The world's political and business leaders have converged on the Swiss resort town of Davos to discuss global challenges. Leaders from China, Ukraine and Germany are taking the stage on day one. Follow DW for more.

Chancellor Olaf Scholz voiced cautious optimism on Tuesday on the potential for German-U.S. relations under President Donald Trump, citing good first talks with his administration, but stressed the importance of "cool heads" in the face of uncertainty.

Multiple casualties were feared after a barrier broke at a Hindu religious festival, the Maha Kumbh Mela, in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday, The Hindu newspaper reported, citing news agency Press Trust of India (PTI).

As President Donald Trump’s return to the White House hogged the world’s attention this week, a photo of a half-empty auditorium in Davos, Switzerland, circulated online, leading critics to declare the annual gathering of global political and business leaders “dead.”

US billionaire Elon Musk called the chancellor of Germany "Oaf Schitz" on his social media platform X on Tuesday, responding to a video of the leader's comments on free speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos.

Chancellor Olaf Scholz expresses optimism for continued cooperation with new US President Donald Trump, saying EU-US cooperation is essential for world peace and security - Anadolu Ajansı

Chancellor Olaf Scholz expressed cautious optimism regarding German-U.S. relations under President Trump, following positive discussions. Emphasizing the importance of sustained alliance and self-reliance for Europe,

Supporters like Argentina President Milei are expressing their enthusiasm, while Ukraine’s Zelenskyy is looking to the new US president with optimism. In contrast, targets of Trump’s policies, such as German Chancellor Olaf Scholz,

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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and billionaire Elon Musk have publicly feuded in recent weeks as Musk voices support for Scholz’s opposition, the far-right Alternative for Germany party.