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From February 13–16, DW reports live from @munsecconf.bsky.social in 10+ languages. Follow our live blog for updates throughout #MSC2026 as our teams bring you the latest from Munich all weekend: p.dw.com/p/58d9C
Arctic Security: US Senator for Alaska Lisa Murkowski believes the US administration is taking a more constructive approach toward Greenland. She shared her views in an interview with DW's Michaela Küfner at #MSC2026. ⤵️
US Senator: 'It’s all about how we approach the Arctic'
US Senator Lisa Murkowski from Alaska spoke at the Munich Secuirty Conference about the importance of Arctic security to the US and European allies — and how tensions over Greenland have “not helped” ...
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February 15, 2026 at 1:51 PM
Chris Coons, Democratic Senator from Delaware, said in an interview with DW's Michaela Küfner that trust in NATO must be restored after the Greenland crisis: "We deeply appreciate the investments being made by our NATO partners and allies." #MSC2026
'We need to rebuild some trust': Chris Coons at MSC 2026
The Democrat from Delaware shared a conciliatory message to European allies: "Let us show you that we are trustworthy."
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February 15, 2026 at 12:45 PM
Are Europeans ready to rebuild trust in their longtime partner US? At #MSC2026, DW's Michaela Küfner and @ninahaase.bsky.social unpacked the Merz government's strategy with Jens Spahn (CDU/CSU party group leader) and @ianbremmer.com (@eurasiagroup.net)

Watch the special episode of #BerlinBriefing
Can Europe and MAGA coexist? | Berlin Briefing Podcast live from MSC 2026
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February 15, 2026 at 9:51 AM
Polish Deputy PM Radosław Sikorski tells DW's @ninahaase.bsky.social that Europe's most urgent security threat — Russia's aggression against Ukraine — was missing from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's speech at the #MSC2026.
⬇️ Watch the full conversation.
Polish deputy PM: US and Europe perceive threats differently
The most urgent security issue Europe faces never made it into the speech by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Munich Security Conference, says Polish Deputy Prime Minister Radoslaw Sikorski, w...
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February 14, 2026 at 6:22 PM
"Donald Trump is in retreat. I think it's important for people to understand and shape their consciousness in this way," California Governor Gavin Newsom told DW's Michaela Küfner at #MSC2026. Watch the full conversation.⬇️
US Governor Gavin Newsom: Trump has 'unified Europe'
Speaking with DW, California Governor Gavin Newsom praised European leaders: "What he [Donald Trump] respects is strength, unity, conviction. And I think that's on display here in Munich."
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February 14, 2026 at 5:50 PM
German FM Johann Wadephul (@germany.diplo.de) said US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's speech at the @munsecconf.bsky.social highlighted "a common ground for a bright future between the United States and Europe."

Full interview with DW's @ninahaase.bsky.social at #MSC2026 ➡️ p.dw.com/p/58lLo
February 14, 2026 at 12:38 PM
"The world we used to live in has changed. And it won't be the same than before. So if the world changes, we need to change, too." German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius speaking with DW's Nina Haase at #MSC2026.

Full interview ⬇️
German Defense Minister Pistorius on new military spending
"We did everything we could do" Pistorius tells DW, speaking at the Munich Security Conference. "I think the United States realize that and acknowledge that. And at the same time, the tone changed on ...
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February 14, 2026 at 9:27 AM
At #MSC2026, DW's Nina Haase spoke with Greenland's PM Jens-Frederik Nielsen about the country's role in Arctic security, surveillance, and diplomacy. His message was clear: Greenland needs to be at the table — "and that's why I'm here." Watch the interview. ⤵️
Greenland PM: Ready for defense talks with 'mutual respect'
At the MSC, Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen told DW Arctic security would top his agenda and reiterated Greenland's "red lines." He also stressed close EU ties and said he was due to me...
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February 13, 2026 at 5:59 PM
Why is everyone, including and especially US President Trump, so interested in (controlling) Greenland? DW's #MappedOut explains Trump's Greenland gambit and the tensions within NATO.

This episode is part of the MSC Cinema at the #MSC2026 (@munsecconf.bsky.social).
Why the US and Europe are battling for Greenland's future
Donald Trump's push to control Greenland has sparked tension with NATO ally Denmark. But why is everyone so interested in this remote island? And what does that mean for the future of Greenland and it...
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February 13, 2026 at 3:56 PM
Upcoming at #MSC2026: "Life Under Destruction: Building-Blocks for a New Gaza". DW's Sarah Kelly hosts this special edition of "Conflict Zone" with guests including Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian Shaheen at the @munsecconf.bsky.social.
Live: Munich Security Conference 2026 — Day 1 | DW News
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February 13, 2026 at 2:20 PM
Now live at #MSC2026: The official opening ceremony and a conversation on "Germany in Europe and the World" with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and @munsecconf.bsky.social Chairman Wolfgang Ischinger.
Live: Munich Security Conference 2026 — Day 1 | DW News
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February 13, 2026 at 12:30 PM
From February 13–16, DW reports live from @munsecconf.bsky.social in 10+ languages. Follow our live blog for updates throughout #MSC2026 as our teams bring you the latest from Munich all weekend: p.dw.com/p/58d9C
February 13, 2026 at 9:43 AM
Now live: @munsecconf.bsky.social Opening Town Hall: "Reboot or Repair? Toward A New Development Paradign" with German Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development Reem Alabali-Radovan (@reemalabali.bsky.social), hosted by DW's Edith Kimani.
Reboot or Repair? Toward A New Development Paradigm | Opening Townhall
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February 13, 2026 at 9:21 AM
Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai, founder of the now-defunct Apple Daily, has been sentenced to 20 years under national security charges. DW's Yuchen Li explains what the ruling means for press freedom in China, and how the issue is being received locally.
Hong Kong media dealt blow by Jimmy Lai’s 20-year sentence
The Hong Kong media tycoon received the harshest penalty under the city's National Security Law. Critics say the ruling marks another low point for the nation's shrinking press freedoms.
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February 9, 2026 at 2:57 PM
The Munich Security Report 2026 is out: "Under Destruction" highlights the growing appeal of political actors who favor disruption over reform.

A key backdrop for #MSC2026 this weekend. As official media partner, DW will be on the ground, so stay tuned for our coverage!
The #MSCreport 2026 is out now! 🐘

The world has entered a period of wrecking-ball politics. More than 80 years after construction began, the US-led post-1945 international order is now
⚠️ Under Destruction.

Read our brand-new Munich Security Report: securityconference.org/en/publicati...
February 9, 2026 at 12:53 PM
2025 was a record year for DW: Over 18 billion views on digital channels, strong reach among 14–40-year-olds, and growing trust in DW's independent journalism worldwide.

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February 6, 2026 at 10:03 AM
Bangladesh is at a crossroads. As new elections approach in February, tensions are rising again: Islamist politics is gaining ground, minorities and women face growing pressure and fears about shrinking cultural freedoms are spreading.
Find out more ⬇️
Bangladesh before the elections: Youth, faith and power
As Bangladesh head to elections, it faces an important social and political decision. Which direction will it take?
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February 5, 2026 at 12:59 PM
Marking #WorldCancerDay, a new WHO study shows that four out of 10 cancer cases in 2022 could have been prevented. Main risks such as smoking, obesity or air pollution are modifiable risk factors, which means there are things we can change. Full article 👇
'Prevent cancer before it starts': new WHO study maps risks
A new WHO study suggests more than 7 million cases of cancer in 2022 were preventable. Nearly 40% of all the cases that year were caused by modifiable risk factors — behavioral and environmental facto...
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February 4, 2026 at 2:41 PM
Within just 72 hours, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is visiting Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. As Germany's friendship with the United States is becoming increasingly fragile, he is pursuing new "strategic partnerships" in the Gulf region.

DW's Jens Thurau reports ⬇️
Germany and the Gulf region: Energy and arms deals
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is visiting three Gulf states within just 72 hours. He is pursuing new "strategic partnerships" — as Germany's friendship with the United States is becoming increasing...
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February 4, 2026 at 10:10 AM
At 103, Holocaust survivor Ruth Gruenthal has reclaimed the German citizenship the Nazi regime stripped from her. Due to rising antisemitism and political uncertainty in the US, more Jewish Americans are doing the same. DW's Ines Poh met Gruenthal in NY.
103-year-old Holocaust survivor reclaims German citizenship
An increasing number of Jewish Americans with family histories shaped by the Holocaust are applying to restore German citizenship — to have the option to move to Germany should conditions in the US de...
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February 2, 2026 at 3:34 PM
US Health Secretary RFK Jr. declared an end to the supposed "war on protein" 🥩 and released new dietary guidelines that turned the food pyramid upside down. DW's Living Planet unpacks what this might mean for the health of the US, and the planet.
BONUS – The great American protein push, what's at 'steak'?
US Health Secretary RFK Jr. released new dietary guidelines that have literally turned the food pyramid upside down. Beef is, quite literally, "what's for dinner." Living Planet's Jennifer Collins spo...
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January 30, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Who are Iran's Revolutionary Guards, the powerful parallel military force now officially labeled a terrorist organization by the EU and a major target of public anger in the protests? DW's Ralph Martin explains.
Who are Iran's Revolutionary Guards?
The "Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps" was created after the 1979 revolution in Iran and is widely seen as being crucial to suppressing not only recent protests against the regime. Here's a closer lo...
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January 30, 2026 at 12:40 PM
Science in the Arctic is on the frontline of pressing challenges like climate change and genetics. 🧊 But scientists in Greenland now face rising geopolitical tensions that threaten decades of scientific collaboration. DW's Matthew Ward Agius reports.
Arctic scientists 'feel pretty uncomfortable' on Greenland
Science in the Arctic — and Greenland — is on the frontline of pressing challenges facing humanity, like climate change and genetics. Some researchers worry international collaboration is at risk.
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January 29, 2026 at 2:54 PM
"There's no security without energy security." EU Commissioner for Energy and Housing, Dan Jørgensen, stresses Europe's need for unity in his interview with DW's Michaela Küfner, discussing energy cooperation, key geopolitical challenges and more.
No security without energy security: EU Energy Commissioner
The EU Commissioner for Energy and Housing, Dan Jorgensen, told DW that Europe was committed to transforming its energy sector further toward renewable technologies and becoming more self-reliant in i...
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January 28, 2026 at 9:56 AM
Ever heard of the term "Splinternet"? It means the internet is slowly being split and controlled, with more surveillance and censorship in some countries. Learn what you can do to protect your privacy and stay informed.
What you can do to bypass authoritarian surveillance
How can people use the internet in authoritarian countries like China, Russia and Iran without revealing their identity? Are there workarounds besides VPNs and proxy servers?
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January 28, 2026 at 8:46 AM