Politics

Parliament, the federal states and international diplomacy: the day's most consequential political developments, from draft legislation and coalition disputes to elections and what follows them.

British Columbia declares state of emergency due to wildfires, 20,000 evacuated

Over 100 active wildfires in the Canadian province, with significant damage in the Okanagan Lake area.

International10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

The Rodina Party Files Lawsuit Against Yabloko in Supreme Court

The pro-Russian party Rodina has filed a lawsuit in the Supreme Court to annul the registration of the Yabloko party for the State Duma elections. The lawsuit will be handled by a controversial judge.

Politics10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Russia's Liberal Party Jabloko Faces Potential Exclusion from Duma Election

The opposition party Jabloko may be barred from the parliamentary election in September as the Supreme Court rules on a lawsuit.

Domestic10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Wildfire in Spain devastates 4,000 hectares in Huelva province

An active wildfire near Niebla, Spain, has ravaged 4,000 hectares and requires the intervention of over 500 personnel, including military.

International10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Terrorism alert in Ceuta, border controls extended until August 15

Interventions by Tajani highlight the terrorism risk linked to the migration crisis in Ceuta. Controls intensified and temporary suspension of Schengen.

Politics10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Houthi Attacks in Yemen Cause Casualties and Regional Tensions

Houthi rebels continue their offensive in Yemen, with multiple attacks resulting in casualties and claims of strikes on Saudi infrastructure.

International10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Germany doubles federal police units after drone incident in Leipzig

Following an incident involving a possibly explosive-laden drone at Leipzig/Halle Airport, Germany responds by doubling the federal police's anti-drone units.

Politics10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

New Forest Fire Declared in Southeast Athens

A new forest fire broke out in Kouvaras, near Athens, prompting the evacuation of Agios Stylianos due to strong winds.

Politics10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Ministry of Health receives report on low-risk pregnancy surveillance

The Ministry of Health has received a report detailing low-risk pregnancy surveillance and is working on the regulation of the new model.

Domestic10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Large police operation in Australia: suitcase corpse identified as sex doll

A suitcase found on the roadside in Australia triggered an extensive police operation, as the alleged corpse turned out to be a sex doll.

Politics10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Drought in Northern Italy, Po and Ticino Rivers in Water Crisis

Heatwaves are causing severe drought, with the Po and Ticino rivers showing clear signs of drying up.

Politics10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Hitler's Fleet Ships Resurface from the Danube During Drought

Ships sunk in 1944 have reappeared, some still containing explosives.

International10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Transport Minister Bilger wants to link salaries of railway executives to performance targets

Steffen Bilger plans to tie the salaries of railway managers to punctuality performance goals to increase pressure on railway leadership.

Domestic10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Iran demands acceptance of its terms to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

Tehran conditions the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz on Washington accepting all its demands, according to reports.

International10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Fogo de Fornos de Algodres under resolution after reignitions

A fire in Fornos de Algodres consumed an area of shrubland and mobilized hundreds of personnel.

Domestic10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

After avalanche tragedy in Nepal: bodies of five climbers recovered

Nine months after a deadly avalanche on Yalung Ri in Nepal, the bodies of five missing climbers have been found, including a German.

Domestic10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Germany begins expulsions of migrants to Italy

Starting August 19, Germany will expel 'Dublin' migrants to Italy, with a young Somali being the first.

Politics10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Israel rejects 15-point peace plan for Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected the peace plan for Gaza proposed by U.S. President Trump. A withdrawal from Gaza can only occur after the complete disarmament of Hamas.

Domestic10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Zelensky visits Serbia: Cooperation with Vučić despite ties to Moscow

Ukrainian President Zelensky made his first official visit to Serbia, discussing closer cooperation with President Vučić.

Politics10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

22-month-old baby dies after falling from the fourth floor in Caldas da Rainha

A 22-month-old baby has died after falling from a fourth floor in Caldas da Rainha and was transported to the hospital in critical condition.

Domestic10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Typhoon Dolphin makes landfall in China, prompting mass evacuations

Typhoon Dolphin has hit the east coast of China, leading to the cancellation of thousands of flights and safety measures for residents in several provinces.

International10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk