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Published 3 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 4 hours ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

US or Iran: Who will win the Hormuz endurance game?

Tehran is betting that its sanctions‑hardened economy can outlast the Strait of Hormuz crisis.

Published 5 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 • 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 9 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 9 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 9 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 9 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 10 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 10 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 • 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 15 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 23 hours 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

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

Latvia Responds to Drone Incidents with NATO Support

Latvia's military has reported the deployment of NATO jets in response to a drone alert, marking a continuation of recent aerial security incidents in the Baltic region.

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

US Military Involvement in Nigeria

Recent US-led airstrikes in Nigeria have targeted the Islamic State (IS) terror group, indicating a growing military presence in the region.

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

Latvia Scrambles NATO Jets in Response to Drone Alert

Latvia's military has reported the deployment of NATO jets in response to a drone detected in its airspace, marking a continuation of recent aerial incidents in the Baltic region.

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

Thailand Revives Legislation to Combat Seasonal Smog

Thailand is reviving a long-delayed bill aimed at addressing the persistent issue of seasonal smog, which poses significant public health risks.

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

Germany Proposes 'Associate' EU Membership for Ukraine

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has proposed an interim 'associate member' status for Ukraine within the European Union, allowing for representation without voting rights.

Wed, May 20

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Published 2 days ago • DW - Top Stories • via dw.com

Montenegro's EU Aspirations and Political Landscape

Montenegro, marking two decades since its independence from Serbia, is recognized as a leading candidate for European Union membership, yet faces significant challenges including corruption and political influence from Serbia.

Published 2 days ago • Deutsche Welle English - Top • via dw.com

Montenegro's EU Aspirations and Political Landscape

Montenegro, marking two decades since its independence from Serbia, is recognized as a leading candidate for EU membership, yet faces significant internal challenges.

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