Trump says he expects to meet with North Korea's Kim Jong Un this year
President Trump wants to meet again with Kim Jong Un to discuss denuclearization, the Wall Street Journal reports, despite having nothing to show for 3 previous summits.
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‘We won’t go back’: Young Moroccan migrants in Ceuta refuse to abandon their European dream
FRANCE 24 spent an evening with unaccompanied minors who are sleeping rough in Ceuta but refusing to return home. Amid the fear, the cold and the long wait for help, these young Moroccan migrants shared their stories.
1958, the US secretly detonated 3 nuclear devices 100–500 km above the South Atlantic
In a clandestine effort, Operation Argus conducted nuclear tests in the stratosphere over the South Atlantic Ocean. These detonations resulted in spectacular artificial auroras and fleeting radiation belts around our planet. The mission’s intent was to shield against Soviet missile threats and radar detection systems. Yet, the swift vanishing of these barriers caused significant communication dist...
Sacking turns former Zelenskyy loyalist into potent political opponent
Mykhailo Fedorov’s blistering critique comes at a time of growing pressure for democratic renewal in UkraineFor more than a month, demonstrators have gathered in Ivan Franko Square outside Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s office. The protesters have been chanting a name – not that of Ukraine’s embattled president but that of the man he recently sacked as defence minister, Mykhailo Fedorov. On Sunday evening,...
France probes massive cyberattack on tax database
A massive cyberattack in France has exposed the personal information of some 700,000 people. After hackers breached the government database for taxes in June, it has now been revealed that other government sites have also been hacked.
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France probes tax database massive cyberattack
A massive cyberattack in France has exposed the personal information of some 700,000 people. After hackers breached the government database for taxes, it has now been revealed that other government sites have also been hacked.
Israel opens up tenders for controversial West Bank settlement project
Plans to build on the so-called E1 area - east of Jerusalem - have long been internationally condemned and would in effect divide the occupied West Bank in two.
Scientists simulate nuclear strike to stop a 160-metre asteroid impact
In a groundbreaking study, scientists conducted simulations showcasing the potential of nuclear warheads to neutralize hazardous asteroids. These experiments focused on strategies for fragmenting large asteroids prior to their collision with Earth. While this approach holds promise for planetary protection, it is viewed as a last resort, especially for threats detected late. Ongoing research is cr...
India rout Pakistan at Hockey World Cup 2026 to qualify for second round
India hold off Pakistan 5-3 to finish second with six points as England top Pool D with nine points from three wins.
Israeli military probes killings of Hind Rajab and Palestinian paramedics
Israel’s military on Wednesday announced its first criminal investigations into troop conduct in the war in Gaza, focusing on the killings of 5-year-old Hind Rajab and her family and of 15 Palestinian paramedics. The military said it would not launch criminal investigations into three other attacks that killed aid workers from World Central Kitchen and Doctors Without Borders. FRANCE 24's Noga Tar...
7,300 excess deaths and counting as France battles historically hot summer
France saw more than 7,300 excess deaths during heatwaves so far this year, health authorities said on Wednesday, as the country also endured a record number of hot days since mid-June, according to an Agence France-Presse analysis. France has been hit by three summer heatwaves in quick succession: a 14-day spell in June, 16 days in July and another lasting 22 days that began in late July and has ...
Seven decades of US regime change efforts: What have they achieved?
US interventions in Iran and beyond reveal a recurring pattern of regime changes, with high human and financial costs.
Epstein client Leon Black threatened with contempt by House panel chair
Republican James Comer writes to private equity investor demanding full cooperation with investigationThe Republican chairman of the House oversight committee has threatened to hold the private equity investor Leon Black in contempt if he does not fully cooperate with the panel’s ongoing investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, amid accusations that the billionaire is purposely delaying and disrupting ...
Israel admits firing on car carrying five-year-old Hind Rajab, opens probe
The Israeli military has announced a criminal investigation into the killing that shook the world.
Israel admits firing on car carrying Hind Rajab, symbol of Gaza’s suffering
The Israeli military has announced a criminal investigation into the killing that shook the world.
At least 100 people may have died after gold mine collapsed in Central African Republic
According to the Baboua public prosecutor, the incident is believed to have been caused by "the collapse of several underground tunnels in which miners were operating."
Unhinged White House response shows senator’s ‘Natalie’ barb struck a nerve
Senator Jon Ossoff, who is up for re-election, came up with arguably the standout line of the midterm elections so farHello there,Jon Ossoff really struck a nerve. That much is clear. Continue reading...
White House intensifies attacks on opponents and media as Trump seeks new mouthpiece
Senator Jon Ossoff, who is up for re-election, came up with arguably the standout line of the midterm elections so farHello there,Jon Ossoff really struck a nerve. That much is clear. Continue reading...
Libyan government in Tunisia for crisis talks
On Tuesday, Libya's national oil corporation said the country needs around 40 billion dollars in investment to make the most of its energy resources. The country's unreliable access to energy is feeding into instability stemming from fighting between rival factions and political rivalries. Members of one of the country's governments, the one internationally recognised and led by PM Abdulhamid Dbei...
Jellyfish mesmerise in their own museum in Florida
The Jellyfish Museum in Pompano Beach is believed to be the first in the US dedicated entirely to the floating predators.
Why is Ukraine's ex-defence minister calling for wartime elections?
Mykhailo Fedorov has called for elections, without addressing concerns over how they could be held while at war.
Israel confirms soldiers fired at car in which Hind Rajab was killed and opens criminal investigation
The five-year old Gaza girl initially survived the attack and pleaded for help but her body was recovered later with those of six of her relatives.
In the 1970s, a New Mexico architect built Earthships from tyres and cans for extreme weather
Michael Reynolds pioneered the Earthship concept, creating innovative homes constructed from repurposed materials that encourage self-sufficiency. These structures harness recycled resources and natural systems for energy and water usage. Earthships serve as a robust solution against infrastructure breakdowns and natural calamities. This approach is now shaping a wider trend in sustainable constru...
Reform UK are such a joke, they deserve a slot on the Edinburgh fringe | John Crace
Nige’s dodgy donations, Dicky’s love of global heating and so much more – what fun it is watching the party implodeYou would need to have a heart of stone not to fall about laughing. There was a time not so long ago when Reform could give a passable impression of a vaguely functional political party. One that knew its audience and had learned how to get its message across through the media. Admitt...
Angélique Kidjo becomes the first Black African honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Five-time Grammy winner Angelique Kidjo on Tuesday became the first Black African to be honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Born in Benin, Kidjo has built an international career spanning more than 40 years and 18 albums. Her star is the 2,853th on the famous Los Angeles sidewalk.
Angélique Kidjo becomes the first Black African honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Five-time Grammy winner Angelique Kidjo on Tuesday became the first Black African to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Born in Benin, Kidjo has built an international career spanning more than 40 years and 18 albums. Her star is the 2,853th on the famous Los Angeles sidewalk.
North Korea’s Kim Yo-jong denies claim on additional troops deployment to Russia
North Korea’s Kim Yo-jong, sister of leader Kim Jong-un, on Wednesday denied Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s claim that Pyongyang planned to send up to 50,000 more troops to Russia to fight for its ally. Kim Yo-jong, a top official in North Korea’s ruling party, said in a statement published by state media KCNA that Zelensky’s estimate was “groundless” and “a self-staged incident”. Zele...