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#Peace & Community #European #Middle East #Asia #UN #North America #Oceanian #AfricanUkraine updates: Zelenskyy to meet Trump in DC on Friday
President Zelenskyy has said he will discuss air-defense and long-range missile capability with President Trump on Friday. This comes amid EU warnings over Moscow's NATO and EU airspace encroachments. Follow DW for more.
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Dutch government takes control of Chinese chip-maker under rare law
The Dutch government has imposed sweeping restrictions on Chinese-owned chipmaker Nexperia, citing "serious governance shortcomings."
Published on: October 13, 2025 | Source:Will South Africa decriminalize sex work?
South Africa could become the first African country to decriminalize sex work, a move that proponents say will protect marginalized groups from violence and severe health risks. But the case faces stiff opposition.
Published on: October 13, 2025 | Source:EU ministers brace for clash over migrant returns as solidarity issue looms again
Getting member states to mutually recognise deportation decisions of people told to leave the European Union is proving tricky β as the thorny issue of 'solidarity' looms in the background.
Published on: October 13, 2025 | Source:How the EU wants to get Gen Z on board
Young Europeans are skeptical of the EU's democratic institutions. Now, the bloc is trying to reach out and gain their support β can it succeed?
Published on: October 13, 2025 | Source:Gaza ceasefire, Hungarian spying and migration This WEEK
With Israel and Hamas now etching out a ceasefire amid promises to respect a peace deal carved out by US president Donald Trump, the European Union is eagerly awaiting on the sidelines for what comes next.
Published on: October 13, 2025 | Source:From skills gaps to growth: How the EIT Is powering Europeβs talent
As Europe faces mounting pressure to stay globally competitive, the skills gap has become one of its biggest obstacles. The European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) is stepping in with a model that links education, research, and business to train a new generation for the green and digital transitions.
Published on: October 13, 2025 | Source:Middle East: Trump says 'war is over' in Gaza
The US president told reporters that the war in Gaza was over as he departed for a peace summit in Egypt. All living hostages held by Hamas are expected to be released in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. Follow DW.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Open letter to Commissioner Costas Kadis
We urge you to commit to phasing out the destructive practice of bottom trawling in Europeβs protected marine areas. Itβs time to follow the science and demonstrate leadership.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Zelenskyy says he sees renewed hope for peace with Russia after deal in Middle East
In an interview, he called the peace plan in the Middle East "a real success."
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Lecornu names new French government after reappointment
The French prime minister has staffed his Cabinet with a mix of civil servants and politicians.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Lisbon, Porto too close to call in Portuguese local elections
The far-right Chega party has failed to conquer any major cities but is set to receive twice as many votes as in 2021.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Israel says won't release prisoners until hostages freed
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office says Israel will wait until after it has received hostages held by Hamas before releasing any Palestinian prisoners. The deadline for the exchange is Monday. Follow DW.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Zelenskyy and Trump talk amid possible Tomahawk delivery
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he had a "very productive" phone call with US President Donald Trump regarding the strengthening of Kyiv's "air defense, resilience, and long-range capabilities."
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Israeli hostage release from Gaza and Middle East peace summit β live updatesΒ
U.S. President Donald Trump and European leaders are en route to Egypt today to witness the signing of a peace deal agreed between Israel and Hamas to end the war in Gaza.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Religious holidays in Germany: Who gets the day off?
Germany's religious landscape is evolving, with growing communities of Christians, Jews, Muslims, and others β prompting new questions about how public holidays should reflect this diversity.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:China signals defiance in face of Trumpβs 100 percent tariff threat
Beijing defends its new rare earth export curbs and warns its readying βcorresponding measuresβ to counter any new U.S. tariffs.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Gaza: What role will Germany play in rebuilding?
Germany was among the European and Arab states that discussed the reconstruction of Gaza in Paris on Thursday. But its role in these efforts remains vague.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Hungary: Maja T. and the lingering doubt over rule of law
The cases of activist Maja. T and politician Ilaria Salis, branded 'left-wing terrorists' in Hungary, have been running for a year and a half. They raise numerous questions about the rule of law in the European country.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Hungary tries German activist despite rule of law concerns
Maja T. has spent over a year on trial for allegedly inflicting politically motivated bodily harm. Supporters say the German left-wing activist is not receiving a fair trial.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Trumpβs war on drugs is also about regime change
Nahal Toosi is POLITICOβs senior foreign affairs correspondent. She has reported on war, genocide and political chaos in a career that has taken her around the world. Her reported column, Compass, delves into the decision-making of the global national security and foreign policy establishment β and the fallout that comes from it. The first time [β¦]
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Death rates are rising in young adults in Eastern Europe
Increasing mental health disorders are among the "concerning" trends in the Global Burden of Disease report.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Zelenskyy urges continued pressure on Russia amid strikes on energy plants
Moscowβs defense ministry confirmed that Russian forces targeted Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Pakistan seals Afghan border crossings amid clashes
Both Pakistan and the Afghanistan's Taliban regime claim to have destroyed several border posts and inflicted heavy losses on the other side.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Nuns escape fire at historic Italian monastery
Drone footage shows blaze destroying the historic Bernaga Monastery in Italy.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Trump and el-Sisi to chair Gaza peace summit Monday
At least seven European leaders will attend the signing ceremony in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Madagascar: Elite army unit turns on President Rajoelina
After an elite CAPSAT unit sided with protesters in Madagascar's capital, the soldiers claimed to control the entire military. President Andry Rajoelina said an "attempt to seize power illegally" was underway.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:EU seeks US trade concessions by doubling steel tariffs and cutting quotas
A recent EU decision to punish imports of steel with new levies has sparked backlash from China and global concerns over rising protectionism. Is Brussels following Washington's lead β or defending its steel industry?
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:How will the EU's new border system work?
The EU's much-delayed Entry/Exit System will change the way UK passengers travel to 29 countries.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:DW reporter still seeking justice one year after assault
German police are still investigating a brutal attack on DW reporter Adonis Alkhaled, a year after the incident at a concert by Syrian star Al Shami in Germany.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Philippines says China rammed their ship in South China Sea
Manila has decried the incident as a "clear threat" from China, while Beijing insists the Philippines' vessels bear "full responsibility" for the collision in the long-disputed naval region.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:The mystery of the missing Paris catwalk necklace
The piece was due to be used in a show by British designer Alexander McQueen - but then disappeared.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:China criticizes US for 'double standards' over new tariffs
Beijing has threatened to take corresponding measures to safeguard its own rights and interests, after Donald Trump threatened 100% US tariffs over China's limits on rare earth exports.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:Mexico: Floods and landslides claim dozens of lives
Authorities said the death toll had risen to at least 41 amid severe flooding and landslides in the south east. Thousands of troops have been deployed to help with disaster efforts.
Published on: October 12, 2025 | Source:'No survivors' found after Tennessee plant blast
Authorities say that 16 people were killed in the munitions plant explosion, down from the number of 18 initially thought to have been killed.
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