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EU, G7 pledge support amid DRC Ebola outbreak

G7 leaders called for a "strong and coordinated response" and the EU said that "health security is shared security."

Politics06/17/2026June 17, 2026

AI showdown at G7: Can Europe break free from US tech?

As G7 leaders meet AI CEOs, Europe is confronting a harsh reality: it may not control the tech it depends on.

Technology06/17/2026June 17, 202618:23 min

G7 vows new Russia sanctions amid optimism for Ukraine peace

G7 leaders, such as German Chancellor Merz, are sounding more upbeat about the push for peace in Ukraine.

Conflicts06/17/2026June 17, 2026

The Day with Brent Goff: War in Ukraine

At the G7 Summit US President Trump called on Russia to negotiate a peace with Ukraine. Plus, Israel refuses to withdraw troops from Lebanon. Is Israel the biggest threat to the US-Iran ceasefire deal?

Politics06/16/2026June 16, 202625:54 min

Violent riots overshadow peaceful G7 protests in Geneva

Hundreds of masked protesters clashed with police in Geneva, ahead of a G7 summit in neighboring France.

Politics06/15/2026June 15, 20268 images

War, climate, inequality drive Geneva anti-G7 protests

Swiss authorities deployed thousands of security forces to clamp down on anti-G7 protests in Geneva.

Politics06/14/2026June 14, 202605:17 min

G7 protesters clash with police in Geneva

Protesters in Geneva clashed with police, set a car on fire and smashed the windows of a bank.

Politics06/14/2026June 14, 2026

EU proposes entry ban for Russians who fought in Ukraine

The EU's 21st sanctions package aims to ban anyone who has served in Russia's armed forces amid the Ukraine invasion.

Conflicts06/09/2026June 9, 2026

WEF: Donald Trump set to dominate Davos 2026

The US president's presence is expected to raise the stakes at the WEF annual meeting in Davos.

Business01/19/2026January 19, 2026

G7 rescheduled so Trump can attend White House cage match

The G7 summit was scheduled for June 14-16, but this would derail the White House UFC fight on Trump's birthday.

Politics01/09/2026January 9, 2026

How China wields rare earths as a strategic weapon

Until global supplies of rare earths increase, China wields great power over the critical technology sectors.

Trade10/09/2025October 9, 2025

Is Europe prepared for winter despite lower gas supplies?

With Trump's tariff threats on Russian energy buyers and no gas transiting Ukraine, can Europe breathe a sigh of relief?

Politics09/16/2025September 16, 2025

Germany, Japan partner to face down 'aggressive' China

Germany's top diplomat has praised strategic ties with Japan and called out China for being "increasingly aggressive."

Politics08/18/2025August 18, 2025

Modi's G7 visit: Can India, Canada reset strained ties?

The Indian PM's trip to Canada is a rare chance for high-level bilateral engagement after ties were marred by mistrust.

Conflicts06/13/2025June 13, 2025

Indian PM Modi suggests thaw with Canada after G7 invite

The move could mark a turning point in relations after a bitter diplomatic rift linked to an assassination case.

Politics06/06/2025June 6, 2025

EU, UK push for lowering Russia oil price cap

The EU and UK are keen to lower the price Russia gets for its legally sold seaborne oil, but Trump is not convinced.

Business05/27/2025May 27, 2025

G7 reaffirms support for Ukraine as war milestone approaches

Leaders of the world's major democracies have reiterated their "unwavering" support for Kyiv amid the Russia invasion.

Conflicts11/16/2024November 16, 2024

Is the German economy going down the drain?

Germany’s ecomomy keeps shrinking – is the Scholz government part of the problem?

Politics10/17/2024October 17, 202426:04 min

Security pacts bridge gap until Ukraine joins NATO

Ukraine has signed 21 bilateral security agreements with Western partners since January 2024. DW takes a look.

Conflicts07/11/2024July 11, 2024

Sanctions on Russian diamonds: Good or bad for Africa?

Diamond-rich African countries are ramping production to fill the gap left by the G7 sanctions on Russian diamonds.

Trade06/19/2024June 19, 2024

G7: Italy puts itself in the right light

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni put her right-wing nationalist views aside to show leadership at the G7 summit.

Politics06/15/2024June 15, 2024

How the West will use frozen Russian assets to back Ukraine

G7 leaders have pledged to use the interest from $300 billion seized after Russia invaded Ukraine.

Conflicts06/13/2024June 13, 2024

Giorgia Meloni riding high as G7 begins in Italy

Boosted by the recent EU election results, the Italian prime minister is ready to host the G7 summit in southern Italy.

Politics06/12/2024June 12, 2024

G7 makes 'progress,' but no deal on Russian assets for Kyiv

G7 finance ministers discusssed options for using interest from frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine.

Conflicts05/25/2024May 25, 2024

How China became the world's largest debt collector

China has loaned $1.3 trillion for infrastructure projects from Asia to Latin America to boost trade.

Trade12/18/2023December 18, 2023

Decoding China: Xi and Biden have to find common ground

China's President Xi Jinping and US President Joe Biden are set to have a high stakes meeting in California next week.

Politics11/11/2023November 11, 2023

G7 calls for 'humanitarian pauses' in Gaza

While condemning Hamas and defending Israel's right to self-defense, G7 minister called for pauses in fighting in Gaza.

Conflicts11/08/2023November 8, 2023

G7 foreign ministers seek common line on Gaza

As ministers face the challenge of presenting a united front, Germany says humanitarian pauses are on the agenda.

Politics11/07/2023November 7, 2023

What does BRICS want?

BRICS has evolved from a mere slogan to a real-world economic bloc and is seeking to increase its influence.

Politics08/24/2023August 24, 202309:36 min

BRICS: Why Saudi Arabia and others are vying for membership

Some see the bloc as a counterweight to traditional Western-led forums and institutions. But what exactly is BRICS?

Business08/23/2023August 23, 2023

Why are some passports more powerful than others?

Traveling the world is hassle-free with some passports, but nightmarish with others. What explains this imbalance?

Travel07/13/2023July 13, 2023

NATO summit in Vilnius comes to an end — as it happened

G7 leaders, and the EU, set out an open framework for security guarantees for Ukraine as the NATO summit wraps up.

Politics07/12/2023July 12, 2023

F-16s for Ukraine: why they matter

US President Joe Biden has done an about-face on delivering F-16s to Ukraine. How will it play out?

Conflicts05/25/2023May 25, 202326:06 min

Ukraine updates: Wagner to leave Bakhmut by June 1

Meanwhile, Kyiv rejects claims that Bakhmut has fallen, saying Russia has "not occupied" the city. DW has more.

Conflicts05/22/2023May 22, 2023

G7: Ukraine dominates last day of 'successful' summit

Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskyy took center stage on the last day of the G7 summit in Japan.

Politics05/21/2023May 21, 2023

G7 summit: Zelenskyy pushes Ukraine peace plan in Hiroshima

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made an appearance at the G7 meeting to seek assistance from allies.

Conflicts05/21/2023May 21, 2023

At G7, Japan quietly strengthens alliances

Japan is diplomatically cultivating allies near and far during its G7 presidency.

Conflicts05/20/2023May 20, 2023

G7 summit: Leaders talk China, Zelenskyy arrives in Japan

G7 leaders meeting in Japan are discussing how best to "de-risk" ties with China while not hurting economic interests.

Conflicts05/20/2023May 20, 2023

G7 nations unveil new sanctions against Russia

At their summit in Japan, G7 leaders agreed on sanctions to "starve Russia's war machine."

Conflicts05/19/2023May 19, 2023

G7 vs. China: United against Beijing's growing power?

Experts say they are skeptical about the group's ability to come up with a joint response to China's growing power.

Politics05/18/2023May 18, 2023

G7 to discuss Russian diamond exports and China concerns

Russia sanctions focusing on its $5 billion diamond industry is on the agenda as the leaders of the G7 meet in Japan.

Politics05/18/2023May 18, 2023

Central Asian leaders meet in China for 'milestone' summit

The Central Asian summit is being held in China's Xian city at the same time as the rival G7 summit in Japan.

Politics05/18/2023May 18, 2023

Chancellor Olaf Scholz addresses Global Solutions Summit

The event aims to implement research-based policies for the G20, G7 and beyond.

Politics05/15/2023May 15, 2023

G7 finance ministers meet in Japan ahead of leaders' summit

Finance ministers and central banks' chiefs are discussing a US debt crisis and preventing Russian sanction evasion.

Politics05/12/2023May 12, 2023

Ukraine updates: Putin visits troops in Kherson, Luhansk

Meanwhile, G7 foreign ministers meeting in Japan have vowed to intensify sanctions against Moscow. DW has the latest.

Politics04/18/2023April 18, 2023

G7 foreign ministers urge unity on China, Ukraine

The foreign ministers of the world's major economies are in Japan for discussions on China, as Beijing steps up drills.

Politics04/17/2023April 17, 2023

G7 ministers pledge to speed up clean energy transition

The G7 countries also vowed to eliminate new plastic pollution in their countries by 2040.

Nature and Environment04/16/2023April 16, 2023

Can G7 host Japan walk the talk on climate?

As Japan chairs a G7 climate meeting in Sapporo, its continued backing of fossil fuels is under the spotlight.

Nature and Environment04/14/2023April 14, 2023

My Europe: How to ensure greater global support for Ukraine

Radu Magdin

The countries that back Ukraine need to reframe the narrative of what the war means for the world, writes Radu Magdin.

Conflicts03/10/2023March 10, 2023

Global demonstrations mark year of war in Ukraine

Demos took place all across the world. In Berlin, a disabled Russian tank was put on show near Moscow's embassy.

Politics02/24/2023February 24, 2023

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