If you cannot view this message correctly, please click here 80 years after the end of World War II, we are facing fundamental geopolitical challenges: Russia, a former ally, is waging war in Europe. The United States, another longtime ally, is turning away from Europe. These are not peaceful times. Conflicts also persist in India and Pakistan, Israel and the Palestinian territories, Sudan, and many other regions around the world. Amid competing narratives and attempts to distort facts, DW delivers balanced, fact-based reporting, reaching 320 million people each week in 32 languages. DW keeps a close eye on global developments Just two weeks ago, we were on the ground covering two major elections. When white smoke rose above the Sistine Chapel to signal the election of Pope Leo XIV, a DW team reported live from the Vatican. It was a "home game" for our colleagues in the Berlin bureau, who covered the formation of the new federal government and the election of Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Our goal remains clear: to provide our global audience with comprehensive coverage of political developments in Germany — through informed analysis and in-depth reporting. For instance, our Chief Political Editor Michaela Küfner drew the widely quoted phrase "Germany’s back on track" from Chancellor Merz, accompanied him on his inaugural visits to France and Poland, and conducted an interview with incoming Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul shortly before he took office. Chief International Editor Richard Walker joined Wadephul on his first official trip to Israel. From government quarter to Publix: DW Freedom Talk on "Media in Crisis" Event tip: On June 2 at 5:30 p.m. at Publix in Berlin, our Freedom of Speech Award winner Tamar Kintsurashvili, Christian Mihr (Amnesty International), and Dr. Ines Drefs (DW Akademie) will examine the threats facing independent media worldwide. Drawing on the findings from the new "State of Media Development" report, they will discuss actionable strategies: How can we confront the crisis and protect the media in an age of rising global authoritarianism? Register here.   Journalism under pressure: Global press freedom hits a historic low This year's Press Freedom Index by Reporters Without Borders confirms it. In half of the 180 countries examined, the situation for journalists is classified as "difficult" or "very serious" – including Georgia, Nigeria, the Democratic Republic of Congo and India. In addition to fragile security conditions and rising authoritarianism, increasing economic pressure is also putting media systems worldwide under strain. In countries where press freedom is most at risk, we don't report despite the difficult conditions – but because of them. Reliable information is more vital than ever. Finding solutions to these problems isn't easy, but it becomes more achievable when we work together — for example, through the DW Global Media Forum. The media world meets in Bonn Under the theme "Breaking barriers, building bridges," we are pleased to invite you to the 18th Global Media Forum in Bonn. Speakers like Marta Kos (European Commission), Olga Rudenko (The Kyiv Independent), and Steve Capus (Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty) will discuss solutions to some of journalism's most urgent challenges. I look forward to inspiring conversations with guests from around the world and warmly invite you to take part in this unique opportunity to engage with leaders from media, politics, and business.   A new perspective on geopolitics  The podcast Global Eyes explores security and geopolitics from multipolar perspectives, focusing on the forces reshaping the international order. In the new season, journalists Waslat Hasrat-Nazimi and Shani Rozanes speak with experts about key questions: What are the priorities of the Global South? What role does India play as an emerging power? And which course will Europe take in a changing world?   Watch DW News Live for round-the-clock news coverage Peter Limbourg Director General DW is Germany's international broadcaster. As an independent media outlet, we provide unbiased news and information in 32 languages around the world so that people can form their own opinions. DW's work focuses on topics such as freedom and human rights, democracy and the rule of law, world trade and social justice, health education and environmental protection, technology and innovation. DW's TV, online and radio services generate 320 million user contacts every week. DW Akademie trains journalists worldwide, supports the development of free media, and promotes the German language with free learning opportunities.  Deutsche Welle | Kurt-Schumacher-Str. 3 | 53113 Bonn Thoughts, questions, feedback? [email protected] Has this been forwarded to you? Subscribe here. Follow DW on © 2025 Deutsche Welle | Unsubscribe | Legal notice | Digital accessibility