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Still no deal between Iran and the US after a two-hour Situation Room meeting
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Still no deal between Iran and the US after a two-hour Situation Room meeting

There is still no progress on a peace deal in Iran. Washington and Tehran’s statements about the state of negotiations are conflicting, with President Donald Trump emerging empty-handed from a two-hour meeting on the latest proposal from Iran. Trump wants Tehran to remove mines from the Strait of Hormuz and agree to destroy its enriched uranium, and Iran wants billions of dollars in assets unfroze...

Putin's warning to Armenia: Russia or the European Union
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Putin's warning to Armenia: Russia or the European Union

Armenia is under pressure from Russia. President Nikol Pashinyan has been openly pursuing a strategy of "diversification" - forging ties with both Russia and the West. But his aspirations for the country to join the EU are unacceptable to President Vladimir Putin, and The Eurasian Economic Union, led by Moscow, has threatened to suspend Armenia. The group has called on Yerevan to hold a popular re...

Malta holds parliamentary elections ruling Labour party looks set to win
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Malta holds parliamentary elections ruling Labour party looks set to win

Parliamentary elections in Malta began on Saturday as voters cast their ballots in elections likely to secure a record-setting fourth term for the Labour government, according to opinion polls, despite concerns about over-construction and corruption in the tiny Mediterranean nation. Preliminary results are expected on Sunday afternoon.

Malta holds parliamentary elections with ruling party set to win

Malta holds parliamentary elections with ruling party set to win

France 24

Parliamentary elections in Malta began on Saturday as voters cast their ballots in elections likely to secure a record-setting fourth term for the Labour government, according to opinion polls, despite concerns about over-construction and corruption in the tiny Mediterranean nation. Preliminary results are expected on Sunday afternoon.

Malta parliamentary elections begin as ruling party set to win

Malta parliamentary elections begin as ruling party set to win

France 24

Parliamentary elections in malta began on Saturday as voters cast their ballots in elections likely to secure a record-setting fourth term for the Labour government, according to opinion polls, despite concerns about over-construction and corruption in the tiny Mediterranean nation. Preliminary results are expected on Sunday afternoon.

French intellectual and inventor of 'cinema verité' Edgar Morin dies at 104

French intellectual and inventor of 'cinema verité' Edgar Morin dies at 104

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French intellectual Edgar Morin has died at the age of 104, his wife said Saturday. The World War II Resistance member dedicated his life to promoting critical thinking and combatting intolerance. Outside of France he was best known as the inventor of "cinema verité" for his 1961 documentary with filmmaker Jean Rouch "Chronique d'un ete" ("Chronicle of a Summer").

French intellectual and inventor of 'cinema verite' Edgar Morin dies at 104

French intellectual and inventor of 'cinema verite' Edgar Morin dies at 104

France 24

French intellectual Edgar Morin has died at the age of 104, his wife said Saturday. The World War II Resistance member dedicated his life to promoting critical thinking and combatting intolerance. Outside of France he was best known as the inventor of 'cinema verite' for his 1961 documentary with film-maker Jean Rouch 'Chronique d'un ete' ("Chronicle of a Summer").

Middle East Live: Iran says Trump 'betraying diplomacy' with blockade, excessive demands

Middle East Live: Iran says Trump 'betraying diplomacy' with blockade, excessive demands

France 24

An adviser to Iran's Supreme Leader ‌Mojtaba Khamenei ‌on Saturday said that US President Donald Trump was "betraying ‌diplomacy for the third ‌time" by continuing a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and making what he described as excessive demands in negotiations to end the conflict. Follow our live blog for the latest updates. 

Middle east live: Pentagon chief says US 'more than capable' of restarting war with Iran

Middle east live: Pentagon chief says US 'more than capable' of restarting war with Iran

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The US ⁠is 'more than capable' of restarting ​attacks on Iran if a deal cannot be reached, Defense Secretary ​Pete Hegseth said on Saturday, as negotiators from Washington and Tehran worked to bridge major differences blocking an agreement. The Pentagon chief said President Donald Trump was "patient" and wants to ensure ​Iran does not get a nuclear weapon. Follow our live blog for the latest updat...

'No favourites': PSG, Arsenal set for knife-edge Champions League final

'No favourites': PSG, Arsenal set for knife-edge Champions League final

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Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain face Arsenal in Saturday's final in Budapest aiming to defend their crown. PSG coach Luis Enrique said that there were "no favourites" going into the final against Mikel Arteta's Premier League champions and insisted that the devil will be "in the details".

PSG, Arsenal to compete in knife-edge Champions League final

PSG, Arsenal to compete in knife-edge Champions League final

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Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain face Arsenal in Saturday's final in Budapest aiming to defend their crown. PSG coach Luis Enrique said that there were "no favourites" going into the final against Mikel Arteta's Premier League champions, and insisted that the devil will be "in the details".

'Decided on moments': PSG, Arsenal in knife-edge Champions League final

'Decided on moments': PSG, Arsenal in knife-edge Champions League final

France 24

Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain face Arsenal in Saturday's final in Budapest aiming to defend their crown. PSG coach Luis Enrique said that there were "no favourites" going into the final against Mikel Arteta's Premier League champions, and insisted that the devil will be "in the details".

WHO chief lands in Kinshasa

WHO chief lands in Kinshasa

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Tedros Ghebreyesus arrived in Kinshasa ahead of a planned visit to the eastern province of Ituri, the epicentre of the outbreak. We speak to an investor that returned to Congo to grow chillis. And finally the Caen Memorial, in France is presenting an exhibition dedicated to sub-Saharan Africa, its history, and its artists.

Iran: Is Trump “Bored”?, Bolivia at “Breaking point” A Spanish Scandal

Iran: Is Trump “Bored”?, Bolivia at “Breaking point” A Spanish Scandal

France 24

It’s been a week where, 90 days into the conflict and ceasefire stand-off with Iran, both Tehran and Washington are insisting time is on their side — each claiming the other needs a deal more urgently. Pressure is growing on the Trump administration with soaring energy prices and midterm elections approaching, while Iran is reportedly losing huge oil revenues with tankers backed up in port. Repo...

Romania hit by drone strike: Foreign Minister speaks to FRANCE 24

Romania hit by drone strike: Foreign Minister speaks to FRANCE 24

France 24

It was two o’clock in the morning when the explosion hit — a Russian drone smashing into the tenth floor of an apartment block in the Romanian town of Galati, just 11 kilometres from the Ukrainian border. Romania scrambled two F-16 fighter jets and a military helicopter, while emergency alerts were sent to residents across the affected region. Two people were injured and the apartment building w...

'We need Operation Eastern Sentry': NATO's eastern flank 'facing Russian threat every week'

'We need Operation Eastern Sentry': NATO's eastern flank 'facing Russian threat every week'

France 24

Gavin Lee is pleased to welcome prominent Romanian journalist, TV anchor and military analyst Radu Tudor. As tensions continue to rise along NATO's eastern frontier, the latest drone incident in Romania has once again exposed the growing security dilemmas facing frontline alliance states. Tudor sees a pattern of Russian aggression, the vulnerabilities of NATO's eastern flank, and the urgent need f...

Iranian regime still standing three months after Khamenei’s death

Iranian regime still standing three months after Khamenei’s death

France 24

The United States and Iran appeared closer on Thursday to a deal extending the ceasefire. The day also marked exactly three months since the United States and Israel killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei — the event that triggered the war. To discuss where Iran stands three months later, FRANCE 24’s Nadia Massih is joined by Dr. Ahou Koutchesfahani, a scholar specialising in Iran and international re...

War in Lebanon: Cultural heritage at risk

War in Lebanon: Cultural heritage at risk

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Churches, mosques, and archaeological sites: In its widespread demolition campaign in southern Lebanon, the Israeli military is accused of also destroying cultural and religious heritage. The devastation has been documented by the NGO Green Southerners, which denounces the actions as a direct attack on the historic bond between local residents and their land.