Global outlook: The news that will dominate 2026 | DW News Desk

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Global uncertainty soared in 2025, driven by a cocktail of conflict, economic anxiety and geopolitical tensions. And it’s not looking much better heading into 2026. The war in Ukraine is still grinding away. Territorial rivalries are escalating in East Asia and across the Subcontinent. Trumpism is shaking the transatlantic alliance and global trade, while Germany’s coalition government hangs by a thread. Will 2026 bring any resolution to these pressing issues, or is instability and uncertainty the new norm? This week, we analyze the global trends for 2026 and discuss the top news stories that could define the year.

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