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According to Tehran, its nuclear program is purely civilian, though Israel thinks it's aimed at making a nuclear bomb. Iran's high levels of uranium enrichment mean that the step to weapon-grade uranium is very short.

Russia returned a total of 4,812 bodies of fallen Ukrainian soldiers to Ukraine this week. The return of the bodies of 6,000 Ukrainian soldiers is in Moscow's plans.

The European Central Bank has cut the cost of borrowing for the eighth time in the past year. However, fiscal policymakers hinted that the current cycle of interest rate cuts might be coming to an end.

Donald Trump said there would be 'peace soon,' while not ruling out US involvement in the conflict. Meanwhile, Iran launched a fresh ballistic missile offensive into Israel. DW has more.

Donald Trump said there would be 'peace soon,' while not ruling out US involvement in the conflict. Meanwhile, Iran launched a fresh ballistic missile offensive into Israel. DW has more.

Concerns about religious freedom in Turkey have been growing since early June, when a new law gave the Diyanet the right to ban translations of the Quran that do not comply with its interpretation of Islam.

At least 11 people have died after a school shooting in southern Austria. Police said the gunman was a 21-year-old former student at the school who killed himself after the attack.

Short-term rentals are worsening Spain's housing crisis, while investor demand continues to drive up prices. For many locals, the situation is devastating.

Israel's army urged civilians across the country to seek shelter, as Iran launched a new attack. Meanwhile, Israel targeted two Iranian oil depots. DW has more.

The 77-year-old Indian activist is the first Kannada-language author to win the award, which also recognizes the work of translators: Deepa Bhasthi also played a central role in the book's success.

What roles do our pensions, investments and banking decisions play in supporting fossil fuel projects? And how green are the sustainable alternatives?

Climate change, plastic pollution and overfishing are putting a toll on oceans, biodiversity and livelihoods. Can the UN's ocean conference underway in France find solutions to help protect them?

Argentina's libertarian President Javier Milei has his sights set on an estimated $271 billion in cash stashed away by his fellow citizens to survive economic hardships.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz told reporters that the conflict in the Middle East, along with Russia's invasion of Ukraine, will be among the key issues at the three-day meeting of the G7 organization.

Local elections were held in two Serbian towns on Sunday amid high tension and accusations of irregularities. With the ruling SNS and the opposition both claiming victory, it is not clear what will happen next.

Israel targeted oil depots and the Iranian defense ministry as Iran hit Israel with new missile and drone attacks. Meanwhile, Iranian strikes killed at least 10 people in Israel. DW has more.

Israel targeted oil depots and the Iranian defense ministry as Iran hit Israel with new missile and drone attacks. Meanwhile, Iranian strikes killed at least 10 people in Israel. DW has more.

Which countries are seen as reliable partners for Germany? How do voters rate Chancellor Friedrich Merz? The latest ARD Deutschlandtrend survey offers answers to these and other questions.

French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the latest school attack, calling it part of a "senseless wave of violence" sweeping through French schools.

The leaders of the Group of Seven nations are set to kick off their annual meeting at a resort in the Canadian Rockies. US trade tariffs and conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine are expected to feature heavily.

Germany is marking its first ever Veterans Day with a series of events in Berlin and across the country. Elsewhere, Bayern Munich get their Club World Cup campaign underway in the United States. DW has more.

Schilinski's "Sound of Falling" tells the stories of four generations in a small village in northeastern Germany, weaving a sweeping depiction of a century.

An EU drug report shows synthetic substances are on an upward trend. Drugs like cathinones are now made in Europe to keep up with demand. The health risks are largely unknown.

Greenpeace Romania faces legal action from the state gas firm Romgaz, which wants the environmental group shut down. Critics warn this is the latest in a string of attacks on civil society groups.

Israel has relied on its Iron Dome system for years, but with escalating tensions with Iran and other parts of the Middle East, it may begin deploying a new system for its defense.