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Published 4 hours ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Tulsi Gabbard Resigns as Director of National Intelligence

Tulsi Gabbard has resigned from her position as the Director of National Intelligence, citing her husband's recent cancer diagnosis as a primary reason for her departure.

Published 6 hours ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

US-Iran Tensions Over Strait of Hormuz

The ongoing crisis in the Strait of Hormuz has intensified tensions between the US and Iran, with both nations adopting strategies to navigate the situation.

Published 7 hours ago • Deutsche Welle English - World • via dw.com

Criticism of South Africa's Response to Xenophobia

South Africa faces criticism for its handling of xenophobic violence, with calls for stronger preventive measures and more effective political discourse.

Published 7 hours ago • DW - Culture & Lifestyle • via dw.com

Bourbon Industry Turns to India Amid Inventory Crisis

The bourbon industry is experiencing a significant inventory crisis and is increasingly focusing on the Indian market to enhance sales.

Published 7 hours ago • DW - Africa • via dw.com

South Africa's Response to Xenophobia Under Scrutiny

South Africa's approach to xenophobic violence is facing criticism for its lack of effective prevention and limited law enforcement actions.

Published 8 hours ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Bourbon Industry Eyes Growth in India Amid Inventory Crisis

The bourbon industry is experiencing a significant inventory crisis and is increasingly focusing on India as a key market for future growth.

Published 10 hours ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Quad Foreign Ministers Seek Unity to Address Indo-Pacific Security

Foreign ministers from the Quad nations are focusing on unity to enhance security in the Indo-Pacific region amid rising tensions with China.

Published 10 hours ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Emerging Alliances in the Middle East

New geopolitical alliances are forming in the Middle East, with the UAE and Israel strengthening ties while Saudi Arabia collaborates more closely with Egypt, Turkey, and Pakistan.

Published 10 hours ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Quad Foreign Ministers Discuss Indo-Pacific Security

Foreign ministers from the Quad nations are meeting to address challenges in the Indo-Pacific region, particularly in relation to China.

Published 11 hours ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Cyprus Prepares for Parliamentary Elections

Cyprus goes to the polls to elect a new parliament on May 24.

Published 11 hours ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Update on Raman Pratasevich, Belarusian Dissident

Raman Pratasevich, a Belarusian opposition journalist, was arrested after the diversion of a Ryanair flight in 2021. Recent developments indicate a shift in his stance towards the Belarusian regime.

Published 11 hours ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Cyprus Election Set to Transform Political Landscape

Cyprus goes to the polls to elect a new parliament on May 24.

Published 11 hours ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Update on Raman Pratasevich, Belarusian Dissident

Raman Pratasevich, a Belarusian opposition journalist, was detained after Belarus diverted a Ryanair flight in 2021. Recent developments indicate a shift in his stance towards the regime.

Published 15 hours ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Cannes 2026 Film Festival Highlights Themes of Conflict

FilmEuropeHow the Cannes 2026 films reflect a world in conflictScott Roxborough05/22/2026May 22, 2026Various works explore the impact of authoritarianism through a historical lens, while one thriller on corruption is set in Putin's Russia.https://p.dw.com/p/5E7qdLukas Dhont's 'Coward' is just one of the Cannes films dealing with the impact of warImage: Alina Boyen/The ReunionAdvertisementThe 2026 Cannes Film Festival, it seems, has war on its mind.

Published 17 hours ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Bolivia's Ongoing Protests

Protests in Bolivia have intensified into riots following the election of center-right President Rodrigo Paz, highlighting deep-rooted political and social tensions in the country.

Published 17 hours ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

US Intensifies Pressure on Cuba Amid Standoff

The United States has escalated its pressure on Cuba following recent developments involving former president Raul Castro.

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Published 1 day ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

US to Deploy Additional Troops to Poland

US President Donald Trump announced the deployment of 5,000 additional troops to Poland, reversing a previous decision to cancel the deployment.

Published 1 day ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Turkish Court Ousts Opposition Leader, Impacting Political Landscape

A Turkish court has annulled the election of Ozgur Ozel as the leader of the opposition CHP, marking a significant legal victory for President Erdogan.

Published 1 day ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Hajj Pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia Amid Ongoing Conflict

Despite ongoing conflict and direct attacks, Saudi Arabia successfully hosted the Hajj pilgrimage, attracting a significant number of participants.

Published 1 day ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Ebola Outbreak Raises Global Concerns

Health experts are cautioning that the current Ebola outbreak may be more extensive than initially perceived, indicating a significant public health threat.

Published 1 day ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

China's Advanced Surveillance System Raises Concerns

China's new high-tech surveillance system is designed to track individuals in various public spaces, raising concerns about privacy and security.

Published 1 day ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

DW Reporter Released Amid Ongoing Trial in Turkey

A Turkish court has permitted DW reporter Alican Uludag to leave detention as his trial begins, where he faces charges of insulting President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Published 1 day ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

China's Advanced Surveillance System Raises Concerns

China's new high-tech surveillance system is capable of tracking individuals in various public spaces, raising concerns about privacy and security for both citizens and foreigners.

Published 1 day ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

US Military Involvement in Nigeria

The United States has increased its military involvement in Nigeria through airstrikes targeting the Islamic State (IS) terror group, raising concerns about long-term effectiveness and civilian safety.

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