Replay: US VP JD Vance defends Iran-US agreement and FRANCE 24's analysis
Rewatch US Vice President JD Vance defends the Iran-US deal from Washington as the memorandum of understanding faces increasing criticism.
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World Cup host Canada hopes to secure first tournament win against Qatar
Canada and Mexico are playing their second World Cup game on June 18, against respectively Qatar and South Korea. Cana will be hoping to win, as it lost its opening game in the tournament that it is hosting. FRANCE 24's Selina Sykes tells us more from Boston.
Deaths in ICE detention more than double under Trump, analysis finds
The death rate in US immigration detention centres have more than doubled during President Donald Trump's second term, a Reuters analysis found, as authorities expanded arrests. Advocates linked the rise to overcrowding and strained medical services.
Vance says 60-day negotiating period under draft deal with Iran begins Thursday
US Vice President JD Vance spoke at a White House press briefing on the interim agreement with Iran on Thursday, saying that some 12.5 million barrels of oil have flowed through the Strait of Hormuz following the overnight signing of a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran.
Vance says 60-day negotiating period under draft deal with Iran begins today
US Vice President JD Vance spoke at a White House press briefing on the interim agreement with Iran on Thursday, saying that some 12.5 million barrels of oil have flowed through the Strait of Hormuz following the overnight signing of a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran.
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Watch live: Vance says the 60-day negotiating period begins today, after US and Iran sign draft deal
US Vice President JD Vance spoke at a White House press briefing on the interim agreement with Iran on Thursday, saying that some 12.5 million barrels of oil have flowed through the Strait of Hormuz following the overnight signing of a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran.
Watch live: US Vice President JD Vance speaks after the US and Iran sign draft deal
US Vice President JD Vance spoke at a White House press briefing on the interim agreement with Iran on Thursday, saying that some 12.5 million barrels of oil have flowed through the Strait of Hormuz following the overnight signing of a memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran.
For Israel, US-Iran deal a 'disaster' incompatible with its security interests
Israel is reacting in disbelief after Washington and Tehran inked an agreement meant to end the war. The initial deal re-opens the Strait of Hormuz - but only starts a 60-day negotiating clock to address Iran's nuclear program. Israelis across the political spectrum have called the deal a disaster - while the Prime Minister has yet to comment.
As a result of Iran war, Gulf states 'diversifying defensively'
As the Strait of Hormuz reopens and talks between the US and Iran start up again, how are Gulf states emerging from the Middle East war? Previously thought of as the safe haven of the Middle East, the surprise US-Israeli attack on Iran has left them reeling, and triggered a search to diversify defensively. FRANCE 24's Angela Diffley explains.
US-Iran agreement leaves Israelis 'in profound state of shock'
Israeli leaders are privately fuming about the US-Iran deal, seeing the initial agreement as a form of capitulation. This comes as a final blow to the increasingly fraying relationship between Netanyahu and Trump, previously thought thought to be iron-clad. FRANCE 24's Noga Tarnopolsky tells us more.
'Success' of G7: Transatlantic alliance holds as leaders turn focus to 'global governance'w
Nadia Massih is pleased to welcome Manuel Muñiz, Lawyer and Provost of IE University in Madrid and a Professor of Practice of International Relations. The real story of the summit, Muñiz argues, was transatlantic strain. With disagreements stretching from trade and climate to NATO, Ukraine and Russia, Muñiz suggests that simply keeping the alliance together was itself an achievement. As he puts it...
Paris reimagined: Exploring the city's past, present and future through three iconic landmarks
In this edition, we discover how some of Paris's most famous landmarks are being transformed by technology, culture and contemporary art. We travel beneath the Eiffel Tower with a new virtual reality experience that brings the monument's history to life, celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Quai Branly Museum and its extraordinary collection of art and artefacts from around the world, and cross t...
VivaTech 2026: Bringing quantum computing from innovation to commercialisation
Can quantum computing change the way we solve problems? The emerging technology can tackle situations that are out of reach for classical computers, in industries including healthcare and finance. At the 10th annual VivaTech festival, Kate Moody visits IBM's Quantum System Two chandelier, and speaks to Jerry Chow, IBM's Chief Technology Officer for Quantum-Centric Supercomputing, about the real-li...
Ukraine hits Moscow with ‘large-scale’ attack
🔴 🇺🇦 🇷🇺 #Ukraine targeted #Moscow's oil refinery in a wave of drone strikes early on Thursday, with the attack wounding at least 17 people. In a post on X, Ukrainian President Volodymyr #Zelensky said #Kyiv also struck targets in #Russia's Rostov region and in the occupied territories of Ukraine.
The startup betting on a European-made smartphone
With France's Emmanuel Macron and India's Narendra Modi championing the idea of tech sovereignty, French startup BeeAlp is trying to build a circular smartphone designed and manufactured in Europe. CEO Olivier Dufour joins FRANCE 24 to discuss the company's subscription model, Europe's industrial ambitions and the challenges of competing with global smartphone leaders.
Israeli stands shut down for displaying offensive weaponry at French arms fair
One of the world's largest arms fair is wrapping up in Paris. Earlier in June, stands were banned from showing or promoting offensive weapons. A dozen Israeli stands were closed down as a result of a failure to comply to this rule. FRANCE 24's Shirli Sitbon tells us more.
French school forced to adapt to early heatwave driven by climate change
France has entered a heatwave, as the mercury climbs into the high thirties across parts of the country - up to ten degrees higher than normal for the time of year - with an orange level heat alert declared in twenty-six departments in central and eastern France, leaving people and businesses taking steps to handle the heat as best they can. Among them, schools have put measures into effect to pro...
Ukraine launches large drone attack on Moscow ahead of NATO meeting
Explosions were seen across Moscow on June 18 as Ukraine targeted the capital with a large-scale drone attack. Nearly 200 drones were fired at the city forcing the airport to halt flights and evacuate passengers. It's part of Kyiv's plan to choke Russia's war machine by hitting deeper into its territory.
Hegseth lashes out against European NATO allies ahead of summit
The US has announced it is going to cut down on NATO crisis forces and will be reviewing its presence in Europe as Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth lashed out against European NATO allies. The United States is piling on the pressure ahead of a NATO summit in July as it seeks to make sure that allies make good on a pledge to massively ramp up defence spending. FRANCE 24's Dave Keating tells us mor...
Hegseth lashes out against European Nato allies ahead of summit
The US has announced it is going to cut down on Nato crises forces, and will be reviewing its presence in Europe as US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth lashed out against European Nato allies. The United States is piling on the pressure ahead of a NATO summit in July as it seeks to make sure that allies make good on a pledge to massively ramp up defence spending. FRANCE 24's Dave Keating tells us...
Trump faces growing criticism from own party regarding US-Iran deal
In the US, the Memorandum of Understanding to end the war in Iran has been met with mixed reactions. While loyalists of President Donald Trump have hailed the deal, many - including from his own party - have been sharply critical of it, with one senior Republican Senator calling it "the worst foreign policy blunder in decades."
Face-to-face signing of US-Iran deal 'up in the air' after Trump's Versailles signing
The US-Iran deal was initially meant to be signed in Switzerland, before US President Donald Trump decided to sign it in the palace of Versailles at a state dinner with French President of Emmanuel Macron. But Switzerland has confirmed that talks on the implementation of the deal are still to happen on June 19 in Geneva. FRANCE 24's Philip Turle tells us more.
Macron's 'Versailles diplomacy' yields mixed results after a decade in power
French President Emmanuel Macron courted his US counterpart Donald Trump at the G7 on Wednesday by opening the gilded gates of Versailles, a move that underscored his trademark blend of symbolism and diplomacy. While allies hailed the summit's success, analysts said Macron still faces the challenge of turning grand gestures into lasting influence.
Kept outside of negotiations, can the US-Iran deal bring peace to Lebanon?
Since the signing of the peace deal between Iran and the US, fighting in Lebanon has dropped. But according to Lebanese media, Israeli strikes on south of the country did kill at least five people. Whether the deal will lead to peace in Lebanon remains unclear.
Keeping cool: How French cities are adapting to extreme heat
If you've spent any time in France recently, you'll have noticed it has got warmer, especially in French cities. How is climate change impacting France? Why do cities suffer more and what are big urban areas doing to combat the effects of climate change? Also, why are the French so resistant to air conditioning and how do people keep cool during a heatwave? We take a closer look in this edition of...
Health awareness fuels boom of traditional cuisine in Zimbabwe
Traditional foods are making a strong comeback in Zimbabwe's second-largest city. Growing health awareness and nostalgia are fuelling demand for indigenous dishes. Restaurants serving traditional dishes are multiplying and attracting everyone from healthy diners to Zimbabweans coming home from abroad.
Harry Kane shines for England as Portugal's Ronaldo misfires
The Three Lions began their World Cup campaign with an upbeat win against Croatia. Thomas Tuchel's tactics saw them get ahead and win 4-2 after the two sides were level at halftime. Meanwhile Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by DR Congo in the latest upset of a team considered to be among the favourites to win the tournament. Cristiano Ronaldo didn't get a shot on target and questions are being ra...
Harry Kane shines for England as Ronaldo misfires
The Three Lions began their World Cup campaign with an upbeat win against Croatia. Thomas Tuchel's tactics saw them get ahead and win 4-2 after the two sides were level at halftime. Meanwhile Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by DR Congo in the latest upset of a team considered to be among the favourites to win the tournament. Cristiano Ronaldo didn't get a shot on target and questions are being ra...
Harry Kane Shines For England As Ronaldo Misfires
The Three Lions began their World Cup campaign with an upbeat win against Croatia. Thomas Tuchel's tactics saw them get ahead and win 4-2 after the two sides were level at halftime. Meanwhile Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by the Democratic Republic of Congo in the latest upset of a team considered to be among the favourites to win the tournament. Cristiano Ronaldo didn't get a shot on target an...
Benin's 'model husbands' school educates on gender relations
Men in northern Benin are being forced to face the uncomfortable realities of women who love them and live with them. A training programme is raising awareness about men can make a huge difference in alleviating the health risks and social pressures placed on women in some conservative communities. Graduates of the course become advocates themselves and have even been dubbed "model husbands". FRAN...