German police probe cruise ship captain after Bremerhaven collision
A three-ship collision has led to the cancellation of a cruise and expensive damages. Shipyard repairs are needed, and further cruises could be affected.
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World
Why Ukraine may be involved in Mali’s conflict
Allegations that Ukrainian specialists are supporting Tuareg rebels in Mali highlight Kyiv’s effort to challenge Russian influence far beyond the battlefield in Europe.
Business
What Germany thinks of carmaker Audi’s $4 billion deal with Trump
The luxury carmaker is set to open its first factory in the United States — a move Trump credits to his tariffs. DW examines the German reaction amid a massive auto industry cull at home.
World
Germany’s Merz heads to Asia as security issues loom large
Chancellor Friedrich Merz will be meeting the leaders of Singapore, Japan and South Korea as Germany seeks to adjust its foreign policy to rising uncertainty and threats to global supply chains.
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France: Macron vows ‘strong measures’ to combat protests
French President Emmanuel Macron said his government will announce “strong measures” in response to violent protests in France in recent weeks. But he also acknowledged that students have “legitimate” grievances.
Germany
Steinmeier in China: A major state visit in uncertain times
President Frank-Walter Steinmeier is traveling to China on a state visit in a period of political and economic uncertainty. Germany is seeking alternative partners in the region, but also wants good ties with Beijing.
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Germany news: Union slams Audi CEO for joining Trump at campaign rally, while Chancellor Merz and President Steinmeier embark on separate Asia tours
Audi’s boss is facing a backlash in Germany after appearing alongside Donald Trump at a campaign rally. Meanwhile, Germany’s chancellor and president are heading to Asia on separate diplomatic missions. DW has more.
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Venezuela: Opposition leader Machado returns from exile, received by thousands of supporters in Caracas
Nobel Peach Prize winner and popular Venezuelan political opposition figure Maria Corina Machado has returned from nearly a year in exile. She was greeted by thousands of cheering supporters in Caracas.
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India news: Remark on Modi’s father stirs political row
An opposition leader’s impromptu remark concerning PM Modi is causing a political stir in India with the ruling party now planning a protest. Also, the prince of Liechtenstein is in Mumbai. DW has more.
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Serbia election: Vucic concedes defeat to student-led movement
In a seismic political shift, Serbia’s longtime strongman leader Aleksandar Vucic conceded defeat to a student-led movement in the country’s parliamentary elections.