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Global protests and celebrations follow Khamenei's death

The US strikes on Iran and the death of Ali Khamenei have sparked strong reactions worldwide. While some mourn Khamenei as a revered figure, others welcome what they see as the beginning of political ...

Categories
Human Rights, Politics, Society, Rule of Law
Production
2026-03-02
Duration
00:02:03
Languages
English
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Iran fires missiles at locations across Israel

Israeli rescue services said strikes had hit several locations including the central town of Beit Shemesh where a missile struck a synagogue, killing nine people.DW's Tania Krämer visited the site and...

Categories
Catastrophe, Conflicts, Society
Production
2026-03-02
Duration
00:02:19
Languages
English
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Inside Indonesia's illegal gold rush

Illegal gold mining in Indonesia's Jambi province thrives despite crackdowns. With 59 billion dollars at stake and alleged backing from powerful actors, a plan to legalize the trade sparks environment...

Categories
Business, Nature and Environment
Production
2026-02-27
Languages
English
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US, Iran ramp up military posture

Aircraft carriers USS Gerald Ford and USS Abraham Lincoln are part of the largest US military buildup in the Middle East since the Iraq War 20 years ago. ...

Categories
Conflicts
Production
2026-02-27
Duration
00:02:09
Languages
English
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German carnival artist charged in Russia for defaming Putin

A German artist is accused of defaming the Russian state by creating carnival floats featuring satirical depictions of President Vladimir Putin. Jacques Tilly is being put on trial in absentia in a Ru...

Categories
Law and Justice, Freedom of Speech
Production
2026-02-26
Duration
00:02:35
Languages
English
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Resetting ties – Chancellor Merz on his first visit to China

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is in China, trying to build on what he described as a "good bilateral relationship." Chinese President Xi Jinping equally hopes to take relations with Germany to a "n...

Categories
Trade
Production
2026-02-25
Duration
00:01:30
Languages
English
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Istanbul aglow with its centuries‑old Ramadan traditions

Messages glowing between the minarets of historic mosques are among Istanbul's most striking sights during the holy month of Ramadan. DW traces the centuries‑old lighting craft and the man devoted to ...

Categories
Culture
Production
2026-02-25
Duration
00:02:47
Languages
English
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4th anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine

Russia’s war against Ukraine is entering its fifth year, with no political breakthrough in sight. While the fighting in Ukraine continues, the impact on Russia itself is becoming harder to ignore. ...

Categories
Conflicts, Politics, Society
Production
2026-02-24
Duration
00:02:42
Languages
English
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Blizzard brings US northeast to standstill

A blizzard has brought much of the northeastern United States to a standstill. It is causing snowdrifts along the eastern seaboard. Thousands of homes and businesses are without power.
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Categories
Nature and Environment, Society
Production
2026-02-24
Duration
00:01:36
Languages
English
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11‑year‑old victim of Ukraine war shares his story in US

In Ukraine, four years of war have taken a tremendous human toll. DW met one young survivor of a Russian attack who travelled to the United States to lobby for continued American support for his count...

Categories
Conflicts, Human Rights, Politics, Society
Production
2026-02-24
Duration
00:03:43
Languages
English