14.04.2025

Western Latvia boasts idyllic white sandy beaches. The area around Bernati is popular with visitors. But coastal erosion has increased, and swallowed homes.

22.03.2025

Tensions in the Baltic Sea are rising. Following recent acts of sabotage, NATO warships have begun patrolling the Estonian coast. At the same time, Russia continues to export oil using a so-called “shadow fleet” — a group of ageing tankers that navigate international waters under minimal oversight. Many of these vessels pose a serious risk to the fragile marine environment of the Baltic region.

30.03.2024

In Moldova, concerns are growing over renewed tensions along the border with the breakaway region of Transnistria. Russian troops remain stationed in the separatist territory, fueling fears of escalation. DW correspondent Fanny Facsar visited Moldovan communities surrounded by Transnistria, where residents voiced deep concern over Russia’s influence and the possibility of a future conflict involving Moldova.

02.05.2024

Armenia’s recent announcement to return several Armenian-controlled enclaves to Azerbaijan has been hailed as a historic step toward lasting peace between the two countries. The enclaves are uninhabited, and only a small number of people in nearby villages will be directly affected. However, local residents express anger and concern that Azerbaijan may demand more territory in the future. DW’s senior international correspondent Fanny Facsar reports from Tavush province in northern Armenia, near the border with Azerbaijan.

14.04.2025

Western Latvia boasts idyllic white sandy beaches. The area around Bernati is popular with visitors. But coastal erosion has increased, and swallowed homes.

22.03.2025

Tensions in the Baltic Sea are rising. Following recent acts of sabotage, NATO warships have begun patrolling the Estonian coast. At the same time, Russia continues to export oil using a so-called “shadow fleet” — a group of ageing tankers that navigate international waters under minimal oversight. Many of these vessels pose a serious risk to the fragile marine environment of the Baltic region.

30.03.2024

In Moldova, concerns are growing over renewed tensions along the border with the breakaway region of Transnistria. Russian troops remain stationed in the separatist territory, fueling fears of escalation. DW correspondent Fanny Facsar visited Moldovan communities surrounded by Transnistria, where residents voiced deep concern over Russia’s influence and the possibility of a future conflict involving Moldova.

02.05.2024

Armenia’s recent announcement to return several Armenian-controlled enclaves to Azerbaijan has been hailed as a historic step toward lasting peace between the two countries. The enclaves are uninhabited, and only a small number of people in nearby villages will be directly affected. However, local residents express anger and concern that Azerbaijan may demand more territory in the future. DW’s senior international correspondent Fanny Facsar reports from Tavush province in northern Armenia, near the border with Azerbaijan.