United Nations Prepares to Choose New Secretary-General as Antonio Guterres’ Term Ends
With Antonio Guterres concluding his second term on December 31, 2026, six candidates vie to lead the UN amid calls for reform and financial challenges.
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With Antonio Guterres concluding his second term on December 31, 2026, six candidates vie to lead the UN amid calls for reform and financial challenges.
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The United States has continued military strikes against Iran as both nations compete for control over the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 20, 2026, 9:14 PMworld
The US military continues its campaign to degrade Iranian military capabilities amid ongoing conflict, with recent strikes reportedly impacting the northwestern city of Tabriz and a vessel reported on fire near the Strait of Hormuz.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 20, 2026, 3:17 AMworld
Following Iranian missile and drone attacks on Jordan, US Central Command confirms soldier casualties while Iran's new Supreme Leader criticizes US credibility.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 18, 2026, 5:42 PMworld
Iranian Major General Mohsen Rezaei warns of expanded attacks if US strikes persist, as missile barrages are intercepted over Jordan and tensions rise in the Gulf region.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 18, 2026, 4:17 AMworld
French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz lead talks to enhance cooperation on security and economic issues, while a Dresden court is set to rule on a case involving support for the far-right NSU terror group.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 17, 2026, 7:53 AMworld
Marla Svenja Liebich, a neo-Nazi, has been extradited to Germany and placed in a men's prison, although legally registered as a woman.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 16, 2026, 9:30 AMworld
At the Brussels Economic Forum, experts highlighted Europe's challenges in artificial intelligence development and emphasized the need for improved funding, venture capital, and innovation to close the gap with global leaders.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 16, 2026, 8:47 AMworld
The area that once divided East and West Germany now hosts many endangered species, highlighting a remarkable environmental recovery.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 16, 2026, 7:59 AMworld
Following the reinstatement of a naval blockade, the United States targeted Iranian missile and coastal defense sites, prompting warnings from Iran and heightened regional security alerts.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 16, 2026, 12:46 AMworld
Kyiv and the European Union have agreed to combine Ukraine’s battlefield drone expertise with Europe’s industrial capacity to boost drone production amid ongoing conflict.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 15, 2026, 11:01 AMworld
Russian strikes on the Ukrainian port city of Odesa have resulted in additional fatalities, coinciding with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen's visit to Kyiv.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 15, 2026, 9:30 AMworld
President Donald Trump announced that US military strikes on Iran will escalate and target critical infrastructure unless Tehran agrees to a deal following talks with Washington.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 15, 2026, 12:28 AM
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Typhoon Bavi has caused deadly landslides in the Philippines, widespread power outages in Taiwan and Japan, and prompted mass evacuations in China ahead of its expected landfall.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 11, 2026, 4:54 PM
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Beyond entertainment, the World Cup can contribute to improved mental well-being, according to Deutsche Welle.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 10, 2026, 11:40 AM
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Recent Iranian actions demonstrate its ability to disrupt shipping and energy markets in the Gulf, raising questions about Tehran’s influence over Washington and the risks of its strategy.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 9, 2026, 8:40 AM
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Following Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, the United States conducted a second round of strikes targeting Iran, escalating tensions in the region.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 9, 2026, 2:17 AM
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The United States has conducted fresh military strikes in response to recent Iranian attacks on vessels in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
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