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24 May 2026
World 24-05-2026 | 19:32

A deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed 204 people out of 867 suspected cases, with officials warning of potential spread to ten countries amid ongoing insecurity and limited access to affected regions.

International 24-05-2026 | 17:12
Authorities in northern China are investigating a coal mine operator for safety lapses after an explosion killed at least 82 people
International 24-05-2026 | 17:11
A Chinese cybersecurity expert has revealed to DW details of China's new high-tech policing. From ski resort facial recognition to seats on a train, the system can track anyone and compile a "holistic profile."
Lebanon 23-05-2026 | 11:28

Lebanon marks a historic moment as the Maronite Church’s influential patriarch is recognized as blessed, alongside papal decrees honoring other saints and venerable figures.

US 23-05-2026 | 10:34
The Trump administration is announcing a new policy that requires foreigners in the U.S. to leave and apply for a green card from their home country
US 23-05-2026 | 10:31
The World Health Organization on Friday raised to "very high" the risk of the rare Bundibugyo strain of Ebola.
Middle East 23-05-2026 | 08:11
Both sides exchanged views on the latest diplomatic initiatives aimed at preventing further escalation
Sport 22-05-2026 | 16:48
Pep Guardiola said he is leaving Manchester City at the end of the season, bringing to a close a trophy-laden, 10-year spell in which he established the club as one of major forces in Europe while changing the face the English soccer
North Africa 22-05-2026 | 12:01

From monarchy to republic, from Nasser to Sisi, Egypt’s constitutional history mirrors its political upheavals, where every regime change reshapes the state’s founding legal order.

North Africa 22-05-2026 | 12:01

Tunisia’s shift from the 2014 consensus constitution to the 2022 presidential system has sparked debate over power concentration, institutional balance, and democratic oversight after the 2021 turning point.

Selected News

Opinion 24-05-2026 | 16:58

As Washington pushes for calm, diverging Israeli and Hezbollah strategies complicate Lebanon’s path toward stability.

Sport 24-05-2026 | 12:32

From Ronaldo and Messi to LeBron, Curry, and Hamilton, the world’s biggest athletes are turning dominance on the field into billion-dollar global empires through salaries, sponsorships, and investments.

Region 22-05-2026 | 11:35

Two decades after its adoption, Iraq’s constitutional order remains a battleground over identity, federalism, and resource control, raising deeper questions about whether the country is building a state of institutions or permanently negotiating its divisions.

Lebanon 22-05-2026 | 11:32

A century after its drafting, Lebanon’s Constitution remains a living framework shaped by sectarian compromise, political evolution, and an unfinished journey toward a fully unified state.

Middle East 22-05-2026 | 11:29

From the 1950 constitution to the post-2011 order, Syria’s constitutional history reflects a recurring pattern: political power shifts first, and constitutions follow, often reinforcing the very dominance they appear to regulate.

Region 22-05-2026 | 06:49
Saudi Arabia has been directly hit by missiles and drones during the Iran war, but the country is hosting the all-important Muslim pilgrimage anyway.
GCC 24-05-2026 | 16:29

Arab leaders rally behind diplomacy in urgent Trump-led call as fears of wider Iran conflict grow.

Middle East 24-05-2026 | 15:53
Syria has held follow-up parliamentary elections in the Kurdish-majority areas of Hassakeh and Kobani
Middle East 24-05-2026 | 11:40
A suicide bomber detonated an explosives-laden vehicle near a railway track as a passenger train passed through the southwestern Pakistani city of Quetta, killing at least 19 people and wounding over 70 others, officials said

Opinion

Opinion 24-05-2026 | 16:58

As Washington pushes for calm, diverging Israeli and Hezbollah strategies complicate Lebanon’s path toward stability.

Opinion 24-05-2026 | 09:33

Tensions between the United States and Cuba are escalating as sanctions tighten, deepening the island’s economic and humanitarian crisis amid growing regional concern.

Opinion 24-05-2026 | 09:16

A high-stakes confrontation stretching from Washington to Tehran, with the Gulf caught in the middle as global powers recalibrate their strategies.

Opinion 23-05-2026 | 11:28

It may only be a matter of time before some people, driven by compounded ignorance, illusion, and a sharp sense of inferiority, stand in front of the burial sites of the Dilmun civilization in Bahrain or the palace of Petra in Jordan and declare that these are ours as well.

Opinion 23-05-2026 | 10:12

As Washington tightens sanctions on Lebanese political and security figures linked to Hezbollah and its allies, diplomatic and military coordination tracks with Israel move forward amid mounting pressure to reshape Lebanon’s security landscape.

Art 24-05-2026 | 15:23

From Elie Saab to George Chakra, Lebanese couture dominates Cannes as Hollywood and international stars shine in standout high-fashion looks.

Culture 24-05-2026 | 10:01
Cristian Mungiu won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Festival two decades ago.
Culture 24-05-2026 | 10:01

The Oscar-nominated filmmaker reflects on war, uncertainty, and the resilience of Lebanese art during an emotional ceremony.

Culture 22-05-2026 | 15:54
A French collector bought a 14-step staircase section of the Eiffel Tower at an auction in Paris.
Art 22-05-2026 | 15:53
Various works explore the impact of authoritarianism through a historical lens, while one thriller on corruption is set in Putin's Russia.
Sport 24-05-2026 | 12:32

From Ronaldo and Messi to LeBron, Curry, and Hamilton, the world’s biggest athletes are turning dominance on the field into billion-dollar global empires through salaries, sponsorships, and investments.

Sport 23-05-2026 | 14:54

From national teams to Saudi Arabia, Europe and beyond, several ambitious paths could shape the next chapter of Pep Guardiola’s career.

Sport 22-05-2026 | 16:48
Pep Guardiola said he is leaving Manchester City at the end of the season, bringing to a close a trophy-laden, 10-year spell in which he established the club as one of major forces in Europe while changing the face the English soccer
Sport 21-05-2026 | 16:22
A supersized World Cup with more teams, more games and even more host nations than ever before leaves a big question hanging over the biggest sporting show on earth: How much is too much
Sport 20-05-2026 | 12:41

A new optional system gives priority visa interview scheduling for fans traveling to the United States ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, subject to standard security and eligibility checks.