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.

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

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

FBI identifies Portuguese company linked to helicopter sales to Iran

The company Business United, owned by António Mira, has been sanctioned by the U.S. for alleged facilitation of sales to an Iranian firm.

International10. 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

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

Ukrainian drone strike in Tatarstan leaves several dead

A Ukrainian drone strike has resulted in at least twelve deaths in Russia, prompting Moscow to retaliate with strikes in Ukraine.

Politics10. 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

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

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

Nepal: Bodies of five mountaineers found on Yalung Ri

Rescuers have discovered the bodies of five climbers who went missing after an avalanche on Yalung Ri in November 2025.

International10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

Ukraine: Night attacks on Odessa and Kharkiv, the Pope calls for peace

Odessa and Kharkiv were struck during the night, resulting in several casualties. The Pope urges diplomacy and denounces the violence.

International10. 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

Léon Marchand withdraws from events at the European Swimming Championships

The French swimmer will not compete in the 200m and 400m individual medley events due to a groin injury.

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

Three Colombians die in helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro

Lida Rocío Cubillos, Wendy Manrique Cubillos, and Sofía Murillo Manrique, from the same family, lost their lives in an accident in Brazil.

International10. 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

Financial Director of the Judicial Police Denies Renovations at His Home

The financial director of the Judicial Police denied that Construbarcelos carried out renovations at his residence following internal clashes with the national police leadership.

Domestic10. August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk