Mixed reactions across Africa as Trump secures second term
As Donald Trump was projected to win the White House on Wednesday, world leaders congratulated him capping a political comeback four years after he left the White House.…
World leaders call for restraint in the aftermath of Iran’s unprecedented air attack against Israel
World leaders called for calm and an "utmost degree of restraint" in the aftermath of Iran's large-scale air attacks on Israel. Iran's attack, which involved the launch of more than 300 drones…
UN urges world leaders to declare ‘climate emergency’
United Nations chief Antonio Guterres described the situation as "dramatic" and urged countries to take drastic action. A virtual conference is taking place to mark five years since the Paris climate accord.…
Lebanon: World leaders demand Beirut reforms at aid conference
The UN and France have said an emergency aid fund will be set up to help Lebanon cope with reconstruction after the Beirut port blast. However, long-term economic support depends on forming…
World leaders congratulate Biden, Harris on election win
Some of the United States' biggest and closest allies quickly congratulated Democrat Joe Biden and his running mate Kamala Harris on Saturday (November 7), recognising their presidential election victory even though Donald…
France knife attack: World leaders condemn Nice killings
Leaders from around the world are expressing solidarity with France following a deadly knife attack at a cathedral in Nice. German Chancellor Angela Merkel said she was "deeply shaken."…
Coronavirus latest: US death toll passes 10,000
Nearly half the deaths are in the state of New York. World leaders wish UK PM Boris Johnson a speedy recovery, after he was admitted to intensive care in London. Follow DW…
World leaders gather in New York for UN General Assembly
World leaders and diplomats are gathering in New York for the UN General Assembly with plenty of geopolitical intrigue at play. Among them, U.S.-Iran tensions will likely overshadow this week’s meetings though…
G20 summit opens as leaders give Saudi prince mixed reception
World leaders have opened talks at the G20 summit in Argentina. A weekend of meetings is expected to be overshadowed by the contentious presence of the Saudi crown prince and tensions between…
World leaders commit to carbon neutrality at the ‘One Planet Summit’
World leaders commit to carbon neutrality at the 'One Planet Summit'.…
World leaders applaud Olusegun Obasanjo’s legacy
World leaders applaud Olusegun Obasanjo's legacy.…