Anti-migrant protests are escalating across South Africa, with organizers calling for weekly marches demanding the deportation of undocumented foreigners. The movement has been fueled by anger over unemployment, poverty, and economic hardship, particularly in rural communities. Some protesters blame migrants for job losses, while human rights groups and labor unions warn that demonstrations are contributing to xenophobic violence, attacks, and looting of foreign-owned businesses. The unrest co

The Kremlin has responded to comments from Donald Trump and Marco Rubio on the Ukraine war, saying peace cannot be achieved through further escalation. Correspondent Yulia Shapovalova reports from Moscow on Russia’s reaction, as Ukrainian drone strikes target oil infrastructure in the Tver and Stavropol regions, causing fires and disrupting operations. The Russian Defense Ministry says it intercepted dozens of drones, while the effects of the conflict continue to be felt inside Russian territo

Three key German states head to the polls next month, with the far-right AfD expected to make significant gains. Security officials warn that Russian disinformation campaigns are intensifying, particularly against critics of Moscow and opponents of the AfD. But what evidence is there of foreign interference, how do these influence operations work, and could they affect the outcome of the elections? DW’s Head of Fact-Checking, Joscha Weber, joins us to separate fact from fiction. Find more about

Mostafa Khoshchechem, professor at the University of Applied Sciences in Tehran, tells Al Jazeera that despite the ongoing talks between the US and Iran, hostilities between them will continue and Iranians “won’t be fooled” by talks. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://X.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/aljazeeraenglish

US President Donald Trump has ordered the FBI to investigate what he described as Chinese interference in the 2020 US presidential election. In a televised address, Trump announced the declassification of thousands of documents that he said relate to alleged vulnerabilities in the US electoral system and claimed China obtained millions of US voter records. The White House says the move is intended to strengthen election security and build support for new voting legislation. Critics argue the c

Russian missile and drone strikes on commercial warehouses and civilian shipping give Kyiv a new justification for expanding attacks inside Russia. Ukraine now targets Wildberries, the country’s largest online retailer, accusing it of handling 30% of dual‑use or military goods for the defence ministry. The EU has sanctioned the company’s banking arm, citing tax flows to the Kremlin. Ukrainian officials say the strategy aims to instill fear, inflict economic losses and make ordinary Russians feel

Families of young victims killed in Westbury's bloody weekend say there’s simply no political will to tackle gang violence in their community. They’re demanding urgent intervention as the bloodshed escalates. Four young men, the youngest just 15, were shot and killed, while a fifth survived the attack. eNCA’s Nabeelah Shaikh reports. #dstv403

Ethiopia built Africa's biggest dam but more than half its people still have no reliable power. The surplus is flowing south to Kenya instead, where a growing tech economy needs exactly what Ethiopia has to sell. DW's Sella Oneko, Eshete Bekele, and Shewangizaw Wegayehu report from both countries on the gap between what the dam promised and what it has delivered. Plus, we ask energy economist Dr Lungile Mashele what it will actually take to electrify a continent where 600 million people remain w

US President Donald Trump is in Beijing for a two-day visit. The Iran war, trade between the two superpowers, and US arms sales to Taiwan are expected to top the agenda. Washington also hopes Beijing will follow through with agreements to buy US goods, from beef and soybeans to Boeing aircraft. Leone Lakhani reports.

Millions of people across the US are celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States' Declaration of Independence. The fourth of July event followed evacuations from the National Mall in Washington, DC because of storms and record-breaking heat. In a public address, President Donald Trump called it one of the most joyous milestones of all time, praising the military and criticising America's enemies Al Jazeera’s Heidi-Zhou Castro reports from Washington, DC. Subscribe to our channel:

US air strikes hit targets across southern Iran, killing and injuring civilians. Iran vows retaliation as tensions rise, with Gulf nations including Qatar on alert amid fears of wider regional escalation. Al Jazeera’s Resul Serdar reports from Tehran in I ran and Laura Khan from Doha in the Qatar. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X : https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazeera.com

The latest strikes between Iran and the United States began with another attack on commercial shipping. Now Iran says ships must follow its rules in Hormuz. The US says the strait remains open to lawful transit. That disagreement about one of the world's most important energy routes is once again driving a dangerous military and diplomatic standoff in the Gulf. #iran #straitofhormuz #usa #shipping #dwcurrentaffairs For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Insta

The latest fighting has pushed oil prices up by as much as 4 percent, with brent crude rising above $79 a barrel. Cornelia Meyer is a specialist on oil and gas markets, and also CEO at Meyer Resources. She says until there is consistent two-way traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, concerns will remain over supply. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on X: https://X.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: http://www.aljazee

Hundreds of Bedouin citizens rallied in Be’er Sheva city against a surge in home demolitions, accusing the government of intensifying a long-standing policy of displacement. Israeli officials, led by National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, defended the demolitions as enforcement against illegal construction, despite mounting criticism from lawmakers and human rights activists. Mucahit Aydemir reports from Be’er Sheva, Israel.

The heavy rain has ended a years-long drought in Syria. But it may be too late for farmers. Years of failed harvests and the removal of subsidies mean many of them can't afford to plant this season’s crops. Al Jazeera’s Heidi Pett reports from Damascus, Syria. Subscribe to our channel: http://bit.ly/AJSubscribe Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/AJEnglish Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/aljazeera Check our website: https://www.aljazeera.com/ Check out our Instagram page:

Egypt just built the largest defense complex on Earth, called The Octagon. While the government calls it a futuristic hub for national security, critics argue it's multi-billion dollar fortress built to insulate the ruling elite from its own citizens. As Egypt’s military expands its grip on society, ordinary Egyptians are facing historic inflation, poverty, and a collapsing currency. #octagon #egypt #defense #poverty #dwcurrentaffairs Chapters: 00:00 The World's largest military complex 01:0

Canada is battling more than 800 active wildfires, with thousands of people forced to evacuate as flames destroy homes and entire communities. Thick wildfire smoke has blanketed Toronto and spread into the United States, triggering poor air quality in cities including Detroit, Boston and Washington, DC. Indigenous leaders say some First Nations communities have been devastated, while residents describe growing concerns over health risks linked to smoke and hazardous air conditions. Experts wa

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi is asking his country to make some dramatic sacrifices in response to soaring oil prices - work from home, cut foreign travel, and stop buying gold for an entire year. India is the world's second-largest gold buyer, spending $72 billion on it last year alone. So can Modi actually change the habits of 1.4 billion people? For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.t

Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is positioning himself as a potential challenger to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, with his record of local governance, dubbed "Manchesterism”, as his central pitch. Employment growth in Greater Manchester has outpaced the rest of the UK, and the publicly controlled Bee Network bus service is widely cited as a flagship success. Critics, however, warn that growth remains concentrated in the city centre, leaving surrounding areas such as Wigan behind, where Reform UK ha

US President Donald Trump demanded more money and loyalty from NATO, or as he put it to the chief of the military alliance, "a little kiss" at their Oval Office meeting in Washington on Wednesday. Secretary General Marc Rutte was quickly on his feet, to interrupt the US Commander-in-Chief and break into a bout of "show and tell" - to impress his so-called "daddy" with a chart showing an unprecedented surge in military investment in the organization. The theatrics have a high entertainment value,