From DW News. A small kebab shop owner in Germany is going head-to-head with one the biggest multinational fast food chains, for using its trademarked name. #dwbusiness #fastfood #kebap #kfc For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen…

From DW News. Major shipping routes like the Strait Hormuz are being disrupted by the Iran war. That’s why Russian President Vladimir Putin is pointing to another passage: In the Arctic. But is the Northern Sea Route really the alternative he paints it to be? #DWGeopolitics For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on…

From DW News. FIFA has approved a rule change allowing exiled Afghan women footballers to compete in official international competitions representing Afghanistan. After being banned from playing football in Afghanistan and forced to flee, the players have spent years fighting to regain international recognition. #dwsports #womenfootball #afghanistan #fifa For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow…

From DW News. The war in Ukraine has become the world’s first large‑scale test of artificial intelligence in modern combat. From AI‑guided drones to real‑time battlefield algorithms, technology—not manpower—is reshaping how wars are fought and won.  Three days—that’s how long many experts and politicians believed Ukraine would last when Russia launched its invasion four years…

From DW News. Over the past year there’s been a shift in the EU’s trade policy. The bloc’s mega-deal with South America’s Mercosur states kicks in on May 1, one of many deals the EU has closed since Trump’s tariff bombshell in 2025. #mercosur #dwBusiness #BusinessBeyond For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on…

From DW News. A trainee driver in France lost control of a bus and veered into the River Seine. All four people inside were rescued. #dwnews #busaccident #seine #france For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie:…

From DW News. The war in Ukraine has become the world’s first large‑scale test of artificial intelligence in modern combat. From AI‑guided drones to real‑time battlefield algorithms, technology—not manpower—is reshaping how wars are fought and won.  Three days—that’s how long many experts and politicians believed Ukraine would last when Russia launched its invasion four years…

From DW News. The Panama Canal is becoming an economic chokepoint for the world economy. Since shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has collapsed, global cargo ships must find alternative routes. #dwbusiness #iranwar #panamacanal #trade For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews…

From DW News. The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is still officially in place, but Israeli airstrikes have not stopped. Israel continues to target what it says are Hezbollah strongholds in southern Lebanon, while Hezbollah keeps firing rockets into northern Israel. The conflict has been largely overshadowed by the war with Iran. Ahmad Sharawi of…

From DW News. The war in Ukraine has become the world’s first large‑scale test of artificial intelligence in modern combat. From AI‑guided drones to real‑time battlefield algorithms, technology—not manpower—is reshaping how wars are fought and won.  Three days—that’s how long many experts and politicians believed Ukraine would last when Russia launched its invasion four years…

From DW News. Israeli forces intercepted more than 20 Gaza‑bound aid boats in international waters near Greece, triggering mass protests and international condemnation. #dwnews #israel #flotilla #internationalwaters For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe:…

From DW News. After taking office in May 2025, Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced what he called an “autumn of reforms.” However, it never materialized. Long periods of inaction and political gridlock are now taking their toll. According to opinion polls, many Germans are deeply disappointed with the governing coalition and have little hope that conditions…

From DW News. Even if Tehran negotiates with the US to end the current war, its new ‘weapon of mass disruption’ in the Strait of Hormuz has left the regime more brazen than before, says Sina Azodi, author of the book ‘Iran and the Bomb: The United States, Iran, and the Nuclear Question.’ #iranwar #usa…

From DW News. Is German Chancellor Friedrich Merz too careless in his statements? #Merz #Trump #Germany #USA #dwgermanpolitics For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1

From DW News. US Attorney Pirro released new footage showing the alleged White House Correspondent’s dinner gunman charging past security. #gunman #whitehousecorrespondentsdinner #trump For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1

From DW News. FIFA President Gianni Infantino insisted Iran will play World Cup matches in the United States, even as the world football governing body’s congress began in the absence of the Iranian delegation. #fifa #iran #usa For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter:…

From DW News. The US Supreme Court has limited part of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, a law meant to protect minority voters. In a 6–3 decision, the Court ruled that a congressional district in Louisiana was drawn mainly based on race, favoring one group over another. The ruling could allow Republican‑led states to…

From DW News. Timmy the whale was stranded on Germany’s Baltic coast. It had been thought that he wouldn’t make it – then he was rescued, and weeks later he’s still fighting. Now Timmy is being moved towards the North Sea in a specially converted barge – and it’s hoped he’ll head from there to…

From DW News. Oil prices briefly touched their highest point since March 2022 on Thursday. A day earlier, the UAE announced it will leave OPEC, the group of oil exporting nations. And Iran continues its chokehold on transit through the Strait of Hormuz, affecting the price of everything from oil to daily necessities. The Iran…

From DW News. Even with the strongest fleet in the world, the US can’t seem to solve its Strait of Hormuz problem. What does this tell us about the future of naval warfare? #DWGeopolitics For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos…

From DW News. Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio are currently considered the most likely to take over the Republican party from Donald Trump. How might they be different presidents – where would they be the same? #DWGeopolitics For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews…

From DW News. Britain’s prime minister promises tougher action as Jewish communities warn of growing fear after a string of incidents. #dwnews For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1

From DW News. Right now, Trump is on good terms with Argentina and angry with the UK. Argentina’s president is taking the opportunity to sharpen his tone on the Falkland Islands. But could new tensions really reopen an old conflict? #dwgeopolitics For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok:…

From DW News. A blunt remark by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has triggered a sharp response from US President Donald Trump — and reopened questions about the state of transatlantic relations. After Merz publicly criticized Washington’s handling of Iran, saying the US s being “humiliated” by Iran’s leadership, Trump hinted at reviewing the US troop…

From DW News. For decades, China kept its nuclear arsenal small. Under Xi Jinping, that’s changing fast—and reshaping global security. #DWGeopolitics For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1

From DW News. Mali’s junta expelled the UN peacekeeping mission and broke ties with France back in 2023, then turned to Russian-backed mercenaries but pressure on the Russia – Ukraine front means that they haven’t been able to deliver on their promises – and experts say that Mali is destabilizing as a result. #dwcurrentaffairs For…

From DW News. Germany’s Friedrich Merz emphasized the importance of the transatlantic partnership during a visit to troops in Munster. His comments came just hours after US president Trump threatened to reduce the number of US troops in Germany after Merz criticized the US approach to the Iran war. #dwgermanpolitics For more news go to:…

From DW News. The war in Ukraine has become the world’s first large‑scale test of artificial intelligence in modern combat. From AI‑guided drones to real‑time battlefield algorithms, technology—not manpower—is reshaping how wars are fought and won.  Three days—that’s how long many experts and politicians believed Ukraine would last when Russia launched its invasion four years…

From DW News. A US indictment charges Mexican state governor Ruben Rocha Moya with conspiring to move drugs from the Sinaloa cartel into the US in exchange for political support. #Mexico #Sinaloa #drugtrafficking #dwnews For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos…

From DW News. immy Lai built arguably Hong Kong’s most fearless newspaper, pushed for democracy and refused to leave when the Chinese government came for him. Now he is being honored with DW’s Freedom of Speech Award. #Freedomofspeechaward #dwasia #DWChinese For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews…

From DW News. The US government has opened a portal called CAPE to repay illegal tariffs. But technical friction and political risk are making it difficult for companies to pursue money. #tariffs #dwbusiness For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in…

From DW News. Mali’s junta says the situation is under control, but separatists claim the regime is on the brink. When the junta seized power in 2020 and 2021, they pledged to restore security. But as fighting escalates on multiple fronts, both sides paint starkly different pictures of who holds the upper hand. #mali #dwnews…

From DW News. US prosecutors have charged the governor of Mexico’s Sinaloa state and nine other current and former officials with drug trafficking and weapons offenses, according to an indictment unsealed in New York. Authorities say the accused helped the Sinaloa Cartel move fentanyl and other drugs into the United States. None of the defendants…

From DW News. Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth and top general Dan Caine faced lawmakers for the first time since the Iran war began, as the Trump administration seeks a record $1.5 trillion defense budget. With the conflict already costing $25 billion and straining military resources, Hegseth defended the war while controversial purges of senior military…

From DW News. Kenyan runner Sebastian Sawe returned home to jubilant scenes after becoming the first man to complete a marathon in under two hours under competitive race conditions. His historic performance at Sunday’s London Marathon has sparked nationwide celebration, with officials welcoming him back amid a flurry of cameras and cheering crowds. 00:00 Kenya’s…

From DW News. The Panama Canal is once again under global scrutiny, as shipping, climate stress, and geopolitical competition collide at one of the world’s most critical trade routes. From vessel restrictions to rising costs and international pressure, decisions around the canal are reshaping how goods move between oceans and economies. What happens next could…

From DW News. Kenya pulled out all the stops to welcome marathon world‑record holder Sebastian Sawe home. He was greeted by dancers, a rare water salute, and jubilant family members as he stepped off the plane from London, where he had made history with his sub‑two‑hour marathon record. For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow…

From DW News. There are dozens of wars happening around the world, yet only a few dominate the headlines. Why are some conflicts overlooked and what could news organizations do to cover them better? For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos…

From DW News. Same sandals, different price: One pair sells for €5.The other for €750. The difference in price tells a story of labor, caste and value. dwberlinfresh #dwtrends #india For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen…

From DW News. US President Donald Trump is urging Iran to agree to a peace deal as talks stall. Reports say Washington is preparing a prolonged blockade of Iranian ports, escalating pressure after months of conflict that have already disrupted vital shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. DW asked Ali Fathollah‑Nejad, director of the Center…