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Middle East : Kushner to meet Netanyahu after talks with Hamas on Gaza plan
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Middle East : Kushner to meet Netanyahu after talks with Hamas on Gaza plan

US envoy Jared Kushner is due to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday after holding talks with Hamas leaders in Egypt aimed at reviving a US-backed Gaza peace plan that Israel has so far rejected. Noga Tarnopolsky, FRANCE 24's correspondent in Israel, has more on the stakes related to this visit.

Ebola outbreak in DR Congo now deadliest ever
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Ebola outbreak in DR Congo now deadliest ever

The Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo is now the deadliest in the country's history, according to the latest government data, with 2,235 reported killed from the virus. Confirmed cases have risen to 4,945, including 101 new cases detected in the last 24 hours, Congo's public health institute said. 

American actress Hayden Panettiere dies at 36
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American actress Hayden Panettiere dies at 36

Hayden Panettiere, the US actress known for her parts in TV shows such as "Heroes" and "Nashville", has died at the age of 36, her father said in a statement on Sunday. 

Middle East live: PM's office in Iraqi Kurdistan targeted by drones from Iran

Middle East live: PM's office in Iraqi Kurdistan targeted by drones from Iran

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The prime minister's office in Iraqi Kurdistan was targeted by two Iranian drones overnight, authorities said Monday. The attacks were launched from Iranian territory and no casualties were reported, the Kurdistan Regional ​Government security agency said. Follow our liveblog for all the latest updates. 

More than 12,000 await aid after deadly Indonesian quake

More than 12,000 await aid after deadly Indonesian quake

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More than 12,000 people displaced by a deadly earthquake in eastern Indonesia were on Monday awaiting much-needed aid as they camped out at schools, police stations and government offices, with many stuck outside. 

Nearly 13,000 displaced after deadly Indonesian quake

Nearly 13,000 displaced after deadly Indonesian quake

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Thousands of people displaced by a powerful earthquake in eastern Indonesia awaited much-needed aid on Monday as they camped out at schools, police stations and government offices, with many stuck outside.

Cameroon beats Malawi to win Women’s Africa Cup of Nations for the first time

Cameroon beats Malawi to win Women’s Africa Cup of Nations for the first time

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Cameroon defeated tournament debutant Malawi in the final of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday, winning the trophy for the first time. The Indomitable Lionesses, who failed to qualify for the previous edition of the tournament, had lost on their last three appearances in the final – all to 10-time winner Nigeria.

Drone and missile strikes kill 19 in Russia and Ukraine

Drone and missile strikes kill 19 in Russia and Ukraine

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At least 19 people were killed Sunday in drone and missile strikes in Russia and Ukraine which destroyed a book market in Kyiv while Moscow faced one of the most massive attacks since the start of the war. Ukraine and Russia have been escalating their long-range strikes for months, resulting in a growing number of civilian casualties, more than four years after the start of the Russian invasion.

Senegal: Saint-Louis’ centuries-old pirogue racing tradition

Senegal: Saint-Louis’ centuries-old pirogue racing tradition

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In Saint-Louis, Senegal, traditional pirogue races are keeping alive a centuries-old tradition dating back nearly 200 years. Held in the fishing district of Guet Ndar, the 3.5-kilometre race brings together dozens of rowers and huge crowds, turning the event into both a major sporting competition and a celebration of local culture. But despite the race's popularity and the money it generates, comp...

Italy: Four Renaissance artworks stolen from Messina museum in Sicily

Italy: Four Renaissance artworks stolen from Messina museum in Sicily

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Four artworks by Renaissance painter Antonello da Messina have been stolen from the Museo Regionale in Messina, Sicily, overnight on August 15. The thieves took three panels from his Polittico di San Gregorio, depriving the city of part of the only surviving works by the painter still held in his hometown. Italian authorities have launched an investigation. FRANCE 24's Seema Gupta, correspondent i...

Iran offers $30,000 bounty for killing or capturing US soldiers

Iran offers $30,000 bounty for killing or capturing US soldiers

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The Iranian military announced on Sunday it would be offering a $30,000 reward for killing or capturing US soldiers, with the bounty doubled if conducted by a woman. There have been no known deployments of US ground troops in Iran during the war except for a rescue mission carried out in April.

India: Modi courts youth amid growing criticism

India: Modi courts youth amid growing criticism

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi put young people at the heart of his development agenda in a speech marking India’s Independence Day on Saturday. He announced free online coaching for competitive exams and plans to train 10 million young people in artificial intelligence over the next year. The speech comes amid growing criticism of Modi’s Hindu nationalist policies and recent youth-led protes...

Ukraine: Russian strike destroys Kyiv book market

Ukraine: Russian strike destroys Kyiv book market

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Kyiv was hit by Russian strikes on Sunday, killing at least four people and injuring six, while a popular outdoor book market was destroyed. Vendors rushed to the scene to assess the damage, with some saying they had lost their shops and their livelihoods.

West Bank: Activist recounts life under settler siege in Qusra

West Bank: Activist recounts life under settler siege in Qusra

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A week after Israeli settlers began besieging Palestinian homes in the West Bank village of Qusra, human rights activist Netanael Hanadaro joined FRANCE 24 to recount what he witnessed there. He said he and other NGO members reached the isolated homes on foot and left food outside for the trapped residents, with the Israeli army saying it would deliver the supplies. Hanadaro described an extraordi...

Death toll from Zimbabwe capsized ferry accident rises to 84

Death toll from Zimbabwe capsized ferry accident rises to 84

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Rescue workers recovered more bodies on Sunday following a ferry capsizing accident that occured earlier this week on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe, bringing the death toll to at least 84. The search continues, as authorities fear the number of casualties could rise even further.

Death toll from Zimbabwe capsized ferry accident rises to 80

Death toll from Zimbabwe capsized ferry accident rises to 80

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Rescue workers recovered eight more bodies on Sunday following a ferry capsizing accident that occured earlier this week on Lake Kariba in Zimbabwe, bringing the death toll to at least 80. The search continues, as authorities fear the number of casualties could rise even further.

South Lebanon: How will Israeli strikes affect negotiations?

South Lebanon: How will Israeli strikes affect negotiations?

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Israel killed 11 people in strikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday, in what has been described as the biggest threat to the peace talks since the June agreement. Ziad Majed, Professor of Middle East Studies at the American University of Paris, spoke to FRANCE 24 about the potential impact of the strikes on the negotiations underway in Rome, the role of the United States, and Israel's policy toward...

WAFCON final: Women's sport seeks greater recognition

WAFCON final: Women's sport seeks greater recognition

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The Women's Africa Cup of Nations final takes place tonight in Rabat, with Malawi facing Cameroon in a historic showdown. Speaking to FRANCE 24, sports journalist Charlotte Richardson discussed the growing popularity of women's sport, but also the persistent gaps in media coverage, funding and infrastructure compared with men's competitions. She also highlighted the WAFCON's last-minute postponeme...

Poland-registered bus veers off Hungary highway, killing 12 people

Poland-registered bus veers off Hungary highway, killing 12 people

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A crash involving a bus registered in Poland killed 12 people and severely injured at least 10 early Sunday on a Hungary highway, marking the worst accident of its kind in the country in more than 20 years. Poland will send an emergency aircraft to Budapest, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced.