Henry Zeffman: How Burnham got ready to govern with four key moments mapped out
As the prime minister looks ahead to autumn, Labour figures are asking whether his government represents continuity or change.
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Will record donations to Reform go down as a moment of political change?
Andy Burnham is likely to face fresh pressure to further change the rules on party donations, writes Jack Fenwick.
An extraordinary result - why did MPs reject assisted dying bill this time?
Although supporters say they will try again, for now the momentum has fallen away from a change in the law.
What you need to know about the huge donations to Reform UK
Chief political correspondent Henry Zeffman explains who's behind Reform UK's £72m in donations.
Ukraine fires drone barrage as Russia launches elections
Russia's first parliamentary election since the invasion opens with no antiwar party on the ballot.
Kosovo ex-president Thaci sentenced to 25 years for war crimes
A Hague tribunal ruled that Hashim Thaci, a former leader of the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA), is responsible for war crimes carried out during the war of independence with Serbia.
Can Canada and the EU deepen ties to counter Trump?
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is known for standing up to US President Donald Trump. Now he wants to forge a "unique alliance" with Europe. But what could such a partnership look like?
Shock in Kosovo as Hague convicts former President Thaci
The conviction in The Hague of former President Hashim Thaci and three former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders has caused consternation in Kosovo — both among political leaders and on the streets. DW reports from Pristina.
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Chancellor Merz seeks CDU support amid far-right AfD surge
Following the CDU's crushing defeat in the Saxony-Anhalt state election, many are expressing doubts about the party's leader, Chancellor Friedrich Merz. But the CDU doesn't appear to have a viable alternative.
Serbian President Vucic criticizes Kosovo war crimes verdict
The conviction of four former Kosovo Liberation Army leaders has drawn sharply different reactions across the Balkans. Serbia has accused the court of failing to fully address crimes against Serbs.
Judges: As AfD ascends, Germany must bolster justice system
German judges and prosecutors warn that the coalition needs to reform the laws covering state prosecutors to prevent "extremists in government" from abusing the legal system.
Alexander Ovechkin backs Putin party in campaign video
Ice hockey legend Alexander Ovechkin has lent Vladimir Putin's party a helping hand in its parliamentary election campaign. That's in keeping with a pattern of support by an athlete who claims not to be political.
A war-fatigued and anxious Russia picks a new parliament
Fuel shortages, drone strikes and mobilization rumors are fueling anxiety and war fatigue in Russia. As support for peace talks grows among Russians, the Kremlin is watching closely ahead of parliamentary elections.
Trump hails 'major progress' in setting up US base in Poland
The location of the permanent US military base in Poland could be announced "very soon," Donald Trump has said. The US president also praised the leadership of his Polish counterpart, Karol Nawrocki.
Russia votes for new parliament in controlled elections
Russia is holding its first State Duma election since invading Ukraine, with voting also imposed in occupied Ukrainian regions. President Vladimir Putin's party is expected to dominate the tightly controlled contest.
Malaysia: Jailed ex-leader Najib allowed house arrest
Convicted in the 1MDB scandal for embezzling millions, former Prime Minister Najib Razak had repeatedly sought clemency. Malaysia's king has now granted him a "conditional pardon."
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India news: Long queues hit stores as new iPhones go on sale
The iPhone 18 has gone on sale in India, drawing huge queues across the country. Meanwhile, the Election Commission has barred both Trinamool factions from using the party's name in by-elections. Follow DW for more.
US Midterms: Russian disinformation campaign targets Democrats
With US midterm elections now less than two months away, a series of videos have surfaced online, featuring celebrities seemingly denouncing the Democrats. However, the clips are false, and were created using artificial intelligence, as FRANCE 24's Charlotte Hughes explains.
Italy to deploy warships to protect shipping through Bab al-Mandeb
Italy's defence minister warns of severe economic fallout if Bab al-Mandeb becomes impassable, bypassing EU delays.
Trump says 'major progress' made towards US military base in Poland
US President Donald Trump said that Washington and Warsaw were making "major progress" towards establishing a US military base in Poland, potentially giving the United States a permanent military foothold on NATO's eastern flank even as his administration reviews its broader troop presence in Europe.