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US hits back after Iran blames it for Ahvaz attack

The exchange follows threats from Iran's Revolutionary Guards to avenge the assault on a military parade. Iran-US ties have worsened after President Donald Trump renewed sanctions on Tehran over its nuclear program. Go to article

Opposition claims Maldives election win 2h ago

Maldives opposition candidate Ibrahim Mohamed Solih

Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has called on the president to respect the vote and ensure a "smooth transfer of power." Despite reported results showing Solih's unassailable victory, the electoral commission has remained silent.

Ex-spymaster Maassen to become Seehofer adviser 4h ago

Interior Minister Horst Seehofer announced a new compromise had been reached over the fate of the embattled ex-intelligence chief. Maassen will stay in the Interior Ministry as a consultant.

US issues Sudan alert of possible DW protests 7h ago

The US has issued an alert warning citizens of potential protests against DW in the Sudanese capital Khartoum. Militants have issued death threats against the "Shabab Talk" host after an episode about gender equality.

DR Congo rebels attack Ebola-ridden area 26m ago

Congolese army during an operation against the ADF-nalu rebels (Reuters/Kenny Katombe)

More than a dozen people died as machete-wielding rebels attacked a town in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Public health operations to tackle an Ebola outbreak that has killed 100 people were halted due to the unrest.

SPD criticizes Dortmund over neo-Nazi marches 7h ago

Rechtsextreme demonstrieren in Dortmund (picture-alliance/dpa/R. Rutkowski)

The opposition SPD has demanded answers from city police and state officials over two far-right marches that took place unhindered by authorities. Police blamed city authorities for allowing the rallies to take place.

Hambach ancient forest protest goes ahead 11h ago

Despite the rain, thousands turned out for the Hambach forest protest

Renewed protests against the expansion of a lignite mine have taken place in an ancient spot of German woodland. But bad weather and police restraints put a dampener on the demonstration.

Sex abuse scandal sparks clergy celibacy debate 6h ago

A priest holds his hands together in prayer (picture-alliance/dpa/A. Weigel)

German bishops are preparing to respond to a shattering study on widespread sex abuse by Catholic priests. While some think celibacy should be overhauled, others argue that victim compensation should be the focus now.

UN General Assembly's Espinosa Garces talks to DW 5h ago

Maria Fernanda Espinosa Garces stands at a UN podium and speaks (picture-alliance/EuropaNewswire/L. Rampelotto)

As the assembly's new president, Maria Fernanda Espinosa Garces will lead this week's annual general debate. Ecuador's former foreign minister told DW the world’s problems can't be solved by countries acting alone.

Fans protest Germany's Euro 2024 bid 7h ago

Fußball Bundesliga 4. Spieltag VfB Stuttgart vs. Fortuna Düsseldorf (Imago/Jan Huebner)

As Bundesliga clubs show support for the “United By Football” campaign, supporter groups have voiced their displeasure at the break down in talks with the DFB by protesting against Germany's Euro 2024 bid.

French president's popularity sinks to new low 6h ago

Emmanuel Macron (picture-alliance/abaca/M. Thibaud)

A year after winning over 66 percent of French voters, Macron's support has fallen to just 29 percent, according to a new poll. The president's policies are now seen by some as favoring big business and the rich.

Iran blames regional countries, US for attacks 16h ago

Revolutionary Guard members carry a wounded comrade after a shooting during a parade marking the 38th anniversary of Iraq's 1980 invasion of Iran, in the southwestern city of Ahvaz

Tehran blamed regional countries and their "US masters" for the attack on an annual military parade in the city of Ahvaz, but the UAE has denied involvement. A Sunni militant group claimed responsibility for the assault.

India launches healthcare project 9h ago

A tuberculosis patient rests on a bed in an Indian hospital

The Indian premier has hailed the scheme, saying "it will become an example" for the world. But others are critical, warning that similar initiatives had been bogged down by lack of infrastructure and state corruption.

Swiss canton votes to ban burqa 9h ago

Two women wearing burqas in Zurich (imago/Geisser)

The canton of St Gallen has become the second in Switzerland to vote in favor of a ban on facial coverings in public. The Swiss also voted against a measure promoting organic and sustainable agriculture.

Arab Gulf states and the Horn of Africa 8h ago

Leaders of Ethiopia, Eritrea and Saudi Arabia sign the peace agreement (picture-alliance/AP Photo/SPA)

Ethiopia and Eritrea didn't pen their peace agreement in Addis Ababa or Asmara, but in Saudi Arabia with the Emirates alongside. Are economic and military interests increasingly binding Gulf states and the Horn together?

The first train to roll from Beijing West to Hong Kong West Kowloon station

Hong Kong inaugurates high-speed rail link with China

Critics say the newly-opened high-speed rail link will give away part of the city's territory to mainland China. Pro-democracy forces complain of China's increasing interference and assertiveness in Hong Kong.

Israel gives Bedouin villagers evacuation deadline 12h ago

Girl in front of a shack in Khan al-Ahmar

Israel has told Palestinian residents of a West Bank village they have until October 1 to tear down their homes. The announcement comes after years of court battles and amid severe criticism from the EU, among others.

Pope pays tribute to Nazi and Soviet WWII victims 11h ago

Pope Francis in Lithuania (Reuters/I. Kalnins)

A huge crowd gathered to hear the Vatican leader honor Jewish Holocaust victims and those persecuted by the Soviets. On the first papal trip to the Baltics in 25 years, Francis warned against resurgent anti-Semitism.

Needles found in Aussie strawberries in NZ 13h ago

A New Zealand supermarket chain has found needles in a box of Australian strawberries and is withdrawing the brand. Australia itself has seen more than 100 such alleged incidents in recent weeks.

Kefalonia massacre: Revisiting a Nazi war crime in Greece

Sex abuse scandal in German Catholic Church sparks celibacy debate

First Latin American woman head of UN General Assembly calls for multilateralism

Ghana: Women struggle to secure land rights

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Germany records fewer laser attacks at airports

Air traffic authorities have highlighted a decrease in laser attacks on aircraft, often aimed at disorienting pilots during landing maneuvers. But one major airport reported a double-digit increase, prompting concerns.

BG Do's & Dont's auf dem Oktoberfest (picture-alliance/imageBROKER/M. Siepmann)

Do's and don'ts at the Oktoberfest

The Munich Oktoberfest, known as the Wiesn, begins on September 22nd. Six million visitors are expected during 17 days of fun. A lot is tolerated, but not everything is desired. Here's an etiquette guide for the Wiesn.

The inside of a band tour bus (Getty Images/D. Boczarski)

Brexit: The day the music died

It's not over until the fat lady sings, but for many emerging bands in the British music industry, a no-deal Brexit could be a career-ending moment, Rob Mudge reports.

Porsche ditches diesel for good amid VW fallout

Chief Executive Oliver Blume has said the sports carmaker will focus on petrol/gasoline, hybrid and all-electric vehicles. Porsche and its parent Volkswagen have seen their image take a beating in the wake of Dieselgate.

German Nazi officials visit the Acropolis (picture-alliance/akg-images)

Kefalonia massacre: Revisiting a Nazi war crime in Greece

In September 1943, German Wehrmacht troops slaughtered some 5,200 Italian soldiers on the Greek isle. The massacre was a turning point in Greece and Italy's relationship, but the bloody event was downplayed for years.

Bundesliga 4. Spieltag | Eintracht Frankfurt vs. RB Leipzig (Reuters/K. Pfaffenbach)

Bundesliga matchday 4 in pictures

Leverkusen relied on the same sources, Dortmund got what they might not have deserved against Hoffenheim and there were six goals in the capital. All the latest from the Bundesliga on matchday four.

Contemporary Muslim Fashion press photo features two woman in colorful dresses, pants and turbans (Sebastian Kim)

Muslim fashion for women: Modesty meets trendy style

Style-conscious Muslim women were long ignored by the mainstream fashion industry. An exhibition at San Francisco's de Young Museum confronts stereotypes on Islam and style, showing that Muslim fashion is far from drab.