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What will become of Iran's enriched uranium?

Iran's nuclear program has been a source of strife for decades, with some Iranians now associating words like as yellowcake, centrifuges, and enrichment with crisis, instability, and war.

Somali Pirates Menace Ships Rerouted Around Africa

It's been a nightmare two months for global shipping, with the Strait of Hormuz largely shut to commercial traffic and the threat of fresh attacks on vessels in the Red Sea. Now, a third crisis is brewing — a resurgence in Somali piracy.

Could Gerhard Schröder Broker Peace in Ukraine?

As head of the center-left Social Democrats, Gerhard Schröder was chancellor of Germany between 1998 and 2005. Now Russian President Vladimir Putin says he would like Schröder as a possible European mediator in peace talks to end the Ukraine war.

RSF Condemns Niger's Ban on Major French Media

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has condemned Niger's sudden move to suspend most major French media outlets. The military junta in western Africa accused the outlets from former colonial power France of endangering national unity and public order, without offering examples or evidence.

France Seeks New Allies at Kenya's Africa Forward Summit

When the foreign ministers of France and Kenya open the "Africa Forward Summit: Africa-France Partnerships for Innovation and Growth" at the University of Nairobi on May 11, the focus will be on trying to find common ground.

Schröder Proposed by Putin as Mediator, Office Declines Comment

Gerhard Schröder's office on Sunday refused to comment after Russian President Vladimir Putin said he would like the former German chancellor as a possible European mediator in peace talks to end the Ukraine war. Putin told reporters on Saturday: "Of all European politicians, I would prefer talks with Schröder."

Ceasefire Strained as Ship Fire and Drone Strikes Hit Gulf

Skip next section Iran replies to US proposal: state media May 10, 2026 Iran replies to US proposal: state media Iran has sent out its answer to the proposal made by the US to end the war between the two countries, state news agency IRNA said.

Berlin's Young Activists Confront Rising Far-Right Threat

Anne isn't afraid. But she is cautious. That's because she has chosen to take a stand against right-wing and racist violence in the German capital, Berlin, and as a result has found herself facing hostility from right-wing extremists — which is why DW is not using her real name.

Car bomb and assault at Bannu checkpoint kills 15

Militants detonated a car bomb at a police checkpoint in Bannu, northwestern Pakistan, and opened fire on officers, killing at least 15 people, authorities said Sunday. The attack took place late Saturday in the Fateh Khel area.

Greece Says Sea Drone from 'Foreign State' Recovered

Greece on Saturday blamed a "foreign state" for the discovery of a sea drone this week off the Ionian island of Lefkada. "You saw a drone belonging to a foreign country that was retrieved outside Greek territorial waters a few days ago...