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US deports former SS camp guard to Germany

Former SS camp guard Jakiv Palij has landed in Düsseldorf, 14 years after his deportation order was signed in the US. But whether he faces trial in Germany remains far from clear. Go to article

Ex-SS camp guard extradited to Germany from US

In a broad interview, the US president has said he doesn't trust the impartiality of those investigating him. A fervent critic of Mueller's probe into Russian meddling, Trump has said he "could run it if I want."

Germany's east-west wage gap alive and kicking 46m ago

Deutschland Brandenburger-Tor 1990 (imago/Manngold)

It’s 28 years since the former countries of East and West Germany were reunited as one, but there are still differences in the amount of hours workers there log, according to new data.

Rocket fire hits Kabul during president's speech 1h ago

Afghanistan Raketenangriff auf Kabul (Reuters/M. Ismail)

As Afghan President Ashraf Ghani delivered his Eid al-Adha message, militants launched several rockets into the diplomatic zone, near the presidential palace. Police officials said no one was hurt.

Germany poised to set world's largest trade surplus 10h ago

Volkswagen being loaded onto freighter for exporter (Reuters/F. Bimmer)

Germany is on track to record the world's largest trade surplus for a third consecutive year. The country's $299 billion surplus is poised to attract criticism, however, both at home and internationally.

German army shows off ailing NATO helicopter 15h ago

Helicopter pilot Sven Messer in Niederstetten (DW/B. Knight)

German Defense Minister Ursula von der Leyen is touring the ranks of the Bundeswehr this summer. But some of the military hardware she is admiring, like the NH90 helicopter, has seen more ground time than flight time.

German exports: small arms down, light ones up 15m ago

A Walther P22 handgun with the clip unloaded

The German government has approved less small arms exports during the first six months of 2018 compared to last year. But critics have cast doubt on the decrease, saying light weapons sales have grown significantly.

French energy giant Total pulls out of Iran 12h ago

Total headquarters in Paris (picture-alliance/dpa)

France's Total had signed up last year to a $4.8 billion Iranian gas field project. However, it was forced to backtrack after the US threatened to impose penalties on any business found still doing business with Iran.

Italy allows stranded migrants to dock in Sicily 16h ago

A file picture of the Diciotti vessel with migrants onboard

Rome had threatened to return the 177 migrants to Libya amid a standoff with Malta over who should take them. Local media reports suggested it would take some negotiations before the migrants are allowed to disembark.

Australian PM survives leadership challenge 2h ago

Australischer Premierminister Malcolm Turnbull (Reuters/F.Walschaerts)

After weeks of speculation and falling polls, Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull declared the leadership open. It came after he ditched Australia's emissions targets in what was seen an attempt to keep his job.

Earth's magnetic poles can flip faster 6h ago

Earth's magnetic poles can flip sooner and faster than first thought. This could have a major bearing on satellites orbiting the Earth.

Two Iranians indicted on spy charges in US 9h ago

The US Justice Department has indicted two Iranian men on spying charges. They were arrested earlier this month for the surveillance of a Jewish facility and gathering information on an Iranian militant group.

Pope vows no more sexual abuse cover-ups 18h ago

Pope Francis has appealed to Catholics around the world to help root out the scourge of child sexual abuse. In an unprecedented letter, he begged victims for forgiveness and vowed there would be no more cover-ups.

Brazil to keep border with Venezuela open 16h ago

Venezuelans on the Highway that connects Boa Vista to the border with Venezuela

Brazil says it will not close its border with Venezuela despite tensions that led to attacks on migrants.

Flash flood kills hikers in Italy's Calabria region 15h ago

Emergency services gather at the Raganello Gorge

At least eight hikers have died in southern Italy after heavy rain caused flash flooding in a deep mountain gorge. Authorities say it's unclear how many people are still missing.

Measles infections surge in Europe in 2018 20h ago

Deutschland Impfung Kind (picture-alliance/dpa/K.J. Hildenbrand)

The World Health Organization has warned of a "dramatic increase" in measles infections in Europe in the first half of 2018. It said the situation was most alarming in Ukraine, and urged countries to boost immunization.

German Cup: Borussia Dortmund win in last seconds 13h ago

Fußball DFB-Pokal Greuther Fürth vs Borussia Dortmund (Getty Images/Bongarts/A. Hassenstein)

Dortmund's new era under Lucien Favre started with a wobble, as they struggled to get past second-tier Greuther Fürth in the German Cup. Marco Reus saved Dortmund's blushes in a come-from-behind 2-1 victory.

Eagles move past Michael Jackson in US all-time sales 11h ago

The Eagles' greatest hits album has surpassed the late Michael Jackson's "Thriller" as the best-selling album of all-time in the US. The country-rock band has sold more than 150 million albums and continues to tour.

Yeslie Aranda walks along a rural road in Cajica, on the outskirts of Bogota, Colombia

One-legged man crosses South America on foot

A Venezuelan man who lost a leg in a traffic accident has set out on a quixotic journey around South America, hoping to inspire his daughter and his beleaguered compatriots to pursue their dreams despite difficulties.

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Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Helsinki (Getty Images/AFP/B. Smialowski)

Opinion: What Trump thinks of Putin is irrelevant now 11m ago

US-Russia policy is now wholly in the hands of Congress, which bodes badly for the Kremlin, writes Konstantin Eggert.

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Prague resident carrying a Czechoslovakian flag attempt to stop a Soviet tank in downtown Prague (AP)

In 1968, Warsaw Pact troops suppressed the Prague Spring

In 1968, Soviet troops marched into Czechoslovakia, ending the brief, exuberant Prague Spring. The legacy of the invasion is evident in the modern-day Czech Republic — one need look no further than the prime minister.

Young Fathers (picture alliance/Geisler-Fotopress)

Should Germany snub artists who boycott Israel?

Because of their support for the BDS movement, the band Young Fathers didn't perform at the Ruhrtriennale festival. In lieu of their concert, a heated debate was held on a topic that's affecting Germany's stages.

A bridge out of Venezuela flooded with people (picture alliance/dpa/colprensa/J. Pablo Cohen)

The perilous flight out of Venezuela

Millions of Venezuelans have fled their country to escape President Nicolas Maduro's dictatorial regime. As refugee numbers have grown, nations such as Peru, Ecuador and Brazil are now trying to limit migration flows.

Deutschland Hamburger SV - FC Schalke 04 (picture alliance/dpa/A. Heimken)

Schalke: A band of 27 brothers and captains

Schalke's rebuilding process is far from over. Heading into his second season in charge, head coach Domenico Tedesco and his men are set to face the challenge of competing on three fronts.

Fahrradfreundliche Stadt Kopenhagen (picture-alliance/dpa//APA/picturedesk/H. Ringhofer)

Cycling to work offers multiple health boons

Do you know just how healthy cycling to work is? Or that women get more migraines than men? And that coffee doesn't help weight loss? DW brings you this week's health news, all in one handy guide!

Malian opposition leader Soumaila Cisse (Getty Images/I. Sanogo)

Mali opposition leader speaks to DW

Cisse still refuses to recognize the victory of incumbent President Ibrahim Boubar Keita in last week's runoff election, alleging electoral fraud. He spoke to DW in an exclusive interview to explain his concerns.

North and South Korean family members meet in North Korea (Reuters/Yonhap)

Korean families meet after 65 years

Dozens of elderly and frail South Koreans have met their relatives living in North Korea for the first time. Millions of people have been separated from their loved ones since the Korean War.

The most dangerous mosquito-borne diseases

Malaria, dengue fever, zika — mosquitoes aren't just annoying when they buzz around your ear at night, they can also infect us with countless illnesses. On World Mosquito Day, here are some of the most dangerous ones.