UK ministers head to India in search of trade deal they hope will boost economyMinisters are reigniting negotiations with India to secure a vital free trade agreement aimed at revitalizing the UK's economy.
Why has Gibraltar still not reached a Brexit deal with Spain?Ongoing discussions between Spain and the UK on Gibraltar's status reveal persistent uncertainty and lack of formal treaty post-Brexit.
UK ministers head to India in search of trade deal they hope will boost economyMinisters are reigniting negotiations with India to secure a vital free trade agreement aimed at revitalizing the UK's economy.
Why has Gibraltar still not reached a Brexit deal with Spain?Ongoing discussions between Spain and the UK on Gibraltar's status reveal persistent uncertainty and lack of formal treaty post-Brexit.
Russia and US agree to lay the groundwork' for future negotiations as first face-to-face talks on Ukraine concludeThe U.S. and Russia have initiated negotiations after the Ukraine conflict began, signaling a possible shift in future relations.
Trump blames Ukraine over war with Russia, saying it could have made a dealTrump criticized Zelenskyy for complaining about exclusion from US-Russia talks, suggesting Ukraine could have prevented war through effective negotiation.
Trump says Putin agreed to Ukraine war talks 'immediately' DW 02/12/2025Trump and Putin discussed negotiating an end to the Ukraine war during a phone call.
Russia releases US journalist and other Americans and dissidents in massive 24-person prisoner swapThe United States and Russia completed a major prisoner swap, releasing multiple individuals in a multinational deal that involved years of negotiations amidst strained relations.
Trump says Putin agreed to begin negotiations to end war in UkraineTrump's call with Putin may signal a thaw in U.S.-Russian relations regarding Ukraine.
Russia and US agree to lay the groundwork' for future negotiations as first face-to-face talks on Ukraine concludeThe U.S. and Russia have initiated negotiations after the Ukraine conflict began, signaling a possible shift in future relations.
Trump blames Ukraine over war with Russia, saying it could have made a dealTrump criticized Zelenskyy for complaining about exclusion from US-Russia talks, suggesting Ukraine could have prevented war through effective negotiation.
Trump says Putin agreed to Ukraine war talks 'immediately' DW 02/12/2025Trump and Putin discussed negotiating an end to the Ukraine war during a phone call.
Russia releases US journalist and other Americans and dissidents in massive 24-person prisoner swapThe United States and Russia completed a major prisoner swap, releasing multiple individuals in a multinational deal that involved years of negotiations amidst strained relations.
Trump says Putin agreed to begin negotiations to end war in UkraineTrump's call with Putin may signal a thaw in U.S.-Russian relations regarding Ukraine.
US and Russia agree to hold further 'peace' talks after initial meeting excluded Kyiv; Trump says Ukraine should hold electionsTrump optimistic about further talks with Russia regarding Ukraine.Ukraine rejects agreements made without its consent.Russia demands NATO retract Ukraine's potential membership.
Countries agreed to try to hold global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Is that still possible?Climate change negotiations must focus on funding emissions cuts and adaptation to mitigate warming effects while recognizing the risks of surpassing critical temperature thresholds.
Across the World, Diplomats Gird for a Trump Assault on Climate ActionThe potential return of Trump could significantly hinder global climate change efforts, prompting nations to strengthen their commitments to the Paris Agreement.
$300 billion pledge at COP29 climate summit a "paltry sum"Wealthy nations agreed to provide at least $300 billion annually, but many developing countries viewed it as insufficient and protested the agreement.
COP29: Countries grapple with raising trillions to fight climate changeRich nations negotiate financial support for poorer nations to combat climate change, as COP29 discussions focus on significant funding needs and carbon trading resolutions.
Oil giants blocked a treaty to curb plastic pollution, but countries will try againInternational negotiations to create a legally binding treaty against plastic pollution have stalled, with over 100 nations supporting limits on plastic production amidst strong opposition.
Crisis at Cop29 as oil-rich nations attempt u-turn on fossil fuels commitmentsThe draft text at the summit in Baku risks undermining climate agreements by omitting fossil fuel transition discussions, significantly impacting climate ambitions.
Countries agreed to try to hold global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius. Is that still possible?Climate change negotiations must focus on funding emissions cuts and adaptation to mitigate warming effects while recognizing the risks of surpassing critical temperature thresholds.
Across the World, Diplomats Gird for a Trump Assault on Climate ActionThe potential return of Trump could significantly hinder global climate change efforts, prompting nations to strengthen their commitments to the Paris Agreement.
$300 billion pledge at COP29 climate summit a "paltry sum"Wealthy nations agreed to provide at least $300 billion annually, but many developing countries viewed it as insufficient and protested the agreement.
COP29: Countries grapple with raising trillions to fight climate changeRich nations negotiate financial support for poorer nations to combat climate change, as COP29 discussions focus on significant funding needs and carbon trading resolutions.
Oil giants blocked a treaty to curb plastic pollution, but countries will try againInternational negotiations to create a legally binding treaty against plastic pollution have stalled, with over 100 nations supporting limits on plastic production amidst strong opposition.
Crisis at Cop29 as oil-rich nations attempt u-turn on fossil fuels commitmentsThe draft text at the summit in Baku risks undermining climate agreements by omitting fossil fuel transition discussions, significantly impacting climate ambitions.
China has reacted in kind to Trump's tariffs, but a deal may still emergeChina promptly countered US tariffs, showing readiness for a trade war while negotiating with other countries like Canada and Mexico.
3 Israeli and 5 Thai hostages freed in Gaza in exchange for Palestinian prisonersThree Israeli and five Thai hostages have been released, marking a significant moment in ongoing negotiations between Israel and Hamas.
Israel-Gaza war live: Ceasefire and hostage deal right on brink', says US, as hopes rise for agreementNegotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza are at a critical juncture, with significant progress made but awaiting Hamas's final response.
3 Israeli and 5 Thai hostages freed in Gaza in exchange for Palestinian prisonersThree Israeli and five Thai hostages have been released, marking a significant moment in ongoing negotiations between Israel and Hamas.
Israel-Gaza war live: Ceasefire and hostage deal right on brink', says US, as hopes rise for agreementNegotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza are at a critical juncture, with significant progress made but awaiting Hamas's final response.
Israel-Gaza war live: Israeli forces reportedly withdrawing from parts of Rafah ahead of ceasefireA ceasefire and hostage release agreement has been reached between Israel and Hamas, marking a possible end to the prolonged conflict.
Mauritius holds out on Chagos Islands deal over Diego Garcia leaseMauritius is dissatisfied with the UK deal over the Chagos Islands and is seeking better terms, particularly on compensation.
Advocates Say Plastics Treaty Draft Falls Far Short as Talks Near DeadlineNegotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty are lacking essential commitments, risking ineffectiveness against plastic pollution.
I'm glad we got a deal at Cop29 but western nations stood in the way of a much better one | Mukhtar BabayevMajor climate funding deal reached at Cop29, increasing the promise to $300bn from industrialized nations, aiming for $1.3tn total financing.
Cop29: talks go into overtime as countries wrangle over finance deal live coverageNegotiations at COP29 are tense with significant disagreements over climate finance pledges, particularly between rich and developing nations.
Anger at 'insulting' 300bn Cop29 deal as rich nations underpay on climate debtThe agreement reached in Baku represents a critical yet insufficient step towards climate finance equity between developed and developing nations.
It's a joke': $250bn climate finance offer met with scorn at COP29Wealthy nations' $250 billion climate financing offer is vastly insufficient compared to the $1.3 trillion needed by vulnerable countries to address climate change.
Cop29 climate finance deal criticised as travesty of justice' and stage-managed'The climate finance deal reached at Cop29 falls drastically short of the $1.3tn needed, according to developing nations' negotiators.
Here's what I learned at Cop29. Rows aside, an unstoppable transition to clean energy is happening | Ed MilibandThe UK must lead climate negotiations to ensure national security and global cooperation in tackling the climate crisis.
I'm glad we got a deal at Cop29 but western nations stood in the way of a much better one | Mukhtar BabayevMajor climate funding deal reached at Cop29, increasing the promise to $300bn from industrialized nations, aiming for $1.3tn total financing.
Cop29: talks go into overtime as countries wrangle over finance deal live coverageNegotiations at COP29 are tense with significant disagreements over climate finance pledges, particularly between rich and developing nations.
Anger at 'insulting' 300bn Cop29 deal as rich nations underpay on climate debtThe agreement reached in Baku represents a critical yet insufficient step towards climate finance equity between developed and developing nations.
It's a joke': $250bn climate finance offer met with scorn at COP29Wealthy nations' $250 billion climate financing offer is vastly insufficient compared to the $1.3 trillion needed by vulnerable countries to address climate change.
Cop29 climate finance deal criticised as travesty of justice' and stage-managed'The climate finance deal reached at Cop29 falls drastically short of the $1.3tn needed, according to developing nations' negotiators.
Here's what I learned at Cop29. Rows aside, an unstoppable transition to clean energy is happening | Ed MilibandThe UK must lead climate negotiations to ensure national security and global cooperation in tackling the climate crisis.
Climate Realism (Still) Means Climate JusticeThe climate crisis demands a global approach and significant political changes, particularly after disappointing U.S. election outcomes.Achieving a breakthrough in climate finance is critical for future international climate negotiations.
COP16 biodiversity summit reveals disappointing numbers for conservation fundingCountries are struggling to agree on funding mechanisms for biodiversity conservation, with millions pledged but billions required.
UN talks aim to turn DNA data into assetsNegotiations aim to improve the Nagoya Protocol to ensure fair access to genetic resources and benefit sharing.
COP16 biodiversity summit reveals disappointing numbers for conservation fundingCountries are struggling to agree on funding mechanisms for biodiversity conservation, with millions pledged but billions required.
UN talks aim to turn DNA data into assetsNegotiations aim to improve the Nagoya Protocol to ensure fair access to genetic resources and benefit sharing.
Gaza Cease-Fire Talks Resume, Overshadowed by U.S. ElectionExpectations for a truce between Israel and Hamas before the US presidential election remain low despite ongoing negotiations.
China: 'Major differences' remain over EU car tariffs DW 10/12/2024The EU and China remain at an impasse over tariffs on Chinese electric cars, despite some progress in negotiations.
After years in a Syrian ISIS camp, a 10-person American family is back in the U.S.A family of American citizens held in a Syrian refugee camp due to ISIS connections returned to the US in a complex repatriation operation.
UN names veteran EU official Astrid Schomaker as new biodiversity chiefAstrid Schomaker will be the next UN biodiversity chief with a focus on confronting the catastrophic loss of nature.Schomaker will be tasked with ensuring governments fulfill commitments to protect the Earth, particularly following recent biodiversity summit agreements.