The meetings between state and federal parliamentarians of the far-right Alternative for Germany party (AfD) from the eastern German states of Brandenburg and Thuringia and Austrian right-wing extremist Martin Sellner were carefully orchestrated. In Brandenburg, it was a panel debate, while in Thuringia, it was a discussion in the state parliament.
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Reports in the international press last week suggested that after discussions with NATO leaders, US President Donald Trump may be considering the establishment of American military bases in Greenland similar to those the United Kingdom has in Cyprus.
Katie Uhlaender, of the United States, shown here competing at the 2022 Winter Olympics in Beijing, was denied her chance to compete at a sixth Winter Games.
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Live Published December 12, 2025 last updated December 12, 2025 Ukraine wants security guarantees to ward off a future Russian aggression. US President Donald Trump has said the US will join talks in Europe on Saturday if there's progress on a deal. Follow DW.
Live Published December 11, 2025 last updated December 11, 2025 Ukraine is holding more talks with the leaders of the "Coalition of the Willing" amid intensified efforts to end Russia's war. Meanwhile, Kyiv has reportedly sent a revised peace plan to Washington. DW has more.
ATHENS, Greece — At least 18 migrants attempting to cross the Mediterranean Sea in an inflatable boat died when it capsized south of the island of Crete, Greek authorities said Saturday. The half-sunken boat was located Saturday by a passing Turkish merchant vessel, authorities said.
While negotiations regarding the US' plan to end the war in Ukraine are underway, Russia has announced the capture of the cities of Pokrovsk and Vovchansk in the region of Donetsk. The Ukrainian government denies this and accuses Russia of propaganda. Who is in control of Pokrovsk?
Russian President Vladimir Putin, third right, Russian Presidential foreign policy adviser Yuri Ushakov, fourth right, and Russian Direct Investment Fund CEO Special Presidential Representative for Investment and Economic Cooperation with Foreign Countries Kirill Dmitriev, right, attend talks with U.S.