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President Donald Trump has pledged to recognize Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights. DW explains why the contested territory matters. Go to article
After the UK secured a short extention to the Brexit deadline, Angela Merkel urged British lawmakers to make it clear how they wish to proceed. She added that Brexit should not "undermine" the upcoming EU elections.
A statement by President Donald Trump that the US should recognize Israeli sovereignty over the Golan Heights is likely to stir tensions. Europe alongside Russia, Syria and Iran warned against any unilateral moves.
The Turkish president had repeatedly shown video footage of the Christchurch mosque shooting.
Thousands have gathered across New Zealand to pay their respects to 50 people killed in a terror attack on two mosques.
The "distortive" effects of China's economic policies and growing power top the agenda on the final day of the EU summit. Leaders are looking for ways to counter what they describe as a "systemic rival."
The number of migrants and refugees failing Germany's integration and language classes has risen. Germany's migration office has been under fire for the quality of the courses.
On Monday, the tech giant is set to unveil a new video-on-demand platform with a string of much-awaited original shows.
Frank-Walter Steinmeier is convinced that reverting back to nationalism is not the answer for tomorrow's world. Europe needs to be strong and united, he urged.
Two years ago, Mashal Khan was accused of blasphemy and killed by a mob.
North Korea hasn't given any reason for its decision to remove its staff from the office in the border town of Kaesong. South Korea said the decision was "regrettable."
The Indonesian flag carrier is the first airline to publically confirm plans to cancel an order for the plane involved in two fatal crashes. The move could spark more cancellations from other major carriers.
An order to shut down thousands of bankrupt state-run firms is being ramped up just as the economy slows to a 30-year low. China's leaders fear that a huge wave of layoffs could fuel social unrest.
The end is in sight for coal energy in Germany. And yet, entire villages are still being razed to make room for expanding coal mines, with residents protesting in vain. Does resettlement still make sense?
Russia has launched a power plant to make its Kaliningrad exclave self-reliant when its EU neighbors unplug their power grid. Home to Russia's Baltic Fleet, old East Prussia is still a prime piece of real estate.
A 75-year-old Swiss woman has claimed she stabbed a 7-year-old boy to death in the city of Basel. Police are still searching for a motive.
A call from two rival Berlin YouTubers saw 400 of their fans meet at the notorious Alexanderplatz square on Thursday. As the situation escalated a mass brawl broke out.
Police in Wolfsburg are investigating reports of racist comments during Germany's international friendly against Serbia.
DW's Christoph Strack writes that there is a simple way for non-Muslims to show support for their neighbors.
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The massacre at Christchurch mosques has thrust New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern even more into the spotlight.
Thierry Baudet has emerged as the leading anti-immigration and euroskeptic voice in the Netherlands.
Despite a recent record breaking crowd, women's football is facing a crisis, as matchday attendances drop across Europe.
The conflict over Western Sahara has smoldered for more than 40 years. Morocco's offer of autonomy for the region is now on the negotiating table, but that's not enough for many of the Saharawis exiled in Algeria.
"There are better places to learn how to walk on a balance beam," the Auschwitz Museum wrote on Twitter.
Coca-Cola and a bumper wine harvest have led to an unparalleled shortage of glass for wine bottles in Germany.
While some loss makes way for ecosystem renewal, scientists warn that forests don't regenerate so quickly.
An exhibition of art about Michael Jackson is opening in Bonn amid new controversy over the singer's alleged abuse.
