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Ukraine

Ukraine is the largest country by area in Europe, if Russia is excluded. On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine, leading to a prolonged conflict.

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April 10, 2025

UK, France lead future Ukraine force meeting

April 10, 2025

Russia frees Ksenia Karelina in prisoner swap with US

April 9, 2025

Ukraine updates: China denies its citizens fight for Russia

April 8, 2025

Ukraine says Chinese men captured fighting for Russia

April 7, 2025

Ukraine updates: Kyiv wants to 'align' with US over minerals

April 7, 2025

Ukraine updates: Kyiv hit by Russian air attacks

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Reports & Analysis

Belgien Brüssel 2025 | Ukrainischer Tag im Europaparlament

Calls grow for fast-tracking Ukrainian EU membership

Calls grow for fast-tracking Ukrainian EU membership

Calls are growing to expedite Ukraine's accession to the EU, not just for Ukraine's sake but also Europe's.
PoliticsApril 10, 202503:31 min
Seen through a fence, an American soldier walks past Patriot air defense systems in Jasionka, Poland, at twilight. March 6, 2025

Concern in Poland about US decision to reposition troops

Concern in Poland about US decision to reposition troops

Polish politicians are playing down the US decision, but some in Poland are asking whether it can still rely on the US.
PoliticsApril 10, 2025
A woman holds up a plastic package with food, in the background hang Ukranian flags

Ukraine: Homemade soup for soldiers on the front line

Ukraine: Homemade soup for soldiers on the front line

Volunteers are making homemade borscht, Ukraine's national dish, to help nourish frontline soldiers.
SocietyApril 10, 202503:49 min
Keir Starmer with soldiers in front of a building bearing the words United Kingdom Headquarters

UK's military power makes it an important partner for Europe

UK's military power makes it an important partner for Europe

As an important military and nuclear power, Britain under PM Keir Starmer appears to be pivoting more towards Europe.
PoliticsApril 10, 202503:02 min
(L-R) Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky, Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer and France's President Emmanuel Macron hold a meeting

British PM Keir Starmer takes center stage — thanks to Trump

British PM Keir Starmer takes center stage — thanks to Trump

Donald Trump's Ukraine tactics have helped boost British PM Keir Starmer's standing.
PoliticsApril 9, 2025
Picture of a woman with gloves and goggles on her forehead,looking troubled and her eyes streaming with tears.

World Press Photo accused of promoting Russian propaganda

World Press Photo accused of promoting Russian propaganda

An award given to a photographer working for Russia's state-run media agency has caused an outcry.
CultureApril 9, 2025
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In the spotlight

Germany's Chief of Defense Carsten Breuer in an interview with DW, wearing a uniform adorned with medals

Deterrence Germany's best defense against Russia: Breuer

German Defense Chief Carsten Breuer calls for a major expansion of the country's armed forces, including conscription.
ConflictsApril 8, 202508:58 min
French Rafale fighter jets sit on the main deck of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle,

Can French 'war culture' lead Europe's rearmament push?

France's large defense players and startups could take the lead as Europe aims to rearm.
BusinessApril 8, 2025
Smoking debris of damaged residential building following a strike in Dobropillya

On Ukraine's front in Donetsk, people face uncertain future

After a spate of recent Russian attacks, DW spoke with residents of Dobropillya about US-led ceasefire talks.
PoliticsMarch 30, 2025
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky shake hands

France, UK urge 'reassurance force' for Ukraine

Details are still unclear, but France and Britain want to send European troops to Ukraine if a peace deal materializes.
PoliticsMarch 27, 2025
CDU leader Friedrich Merz in the cockpit of an air force Eurofighter

How Germany's Bundeswehr could spend billions of euros

Germany has paved the way for massive defense spending. What does the Bundeswehr need most urgently?
PoliticsMarch 26, 2025
View of Ukraine's Nikopol nuclear power plants Enerhodar

Ukraine: Is US ownership of nuclear power plants realistic?

The potential handover of Ukrainian power plants to the US provokes mixed reactions. What could happen if it went ahead?
PoliticsMarch 25, 2025
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