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US President Donald Trump is in Beijing today, meeting China's President Xi Jinping. This visit is the first by a US leader in nearly a decade. Talks so far have focused on trade and Taiwan… with Xi warning that disagreement over the island's future could even lead to conflict. However, the pair also exchanged a cordial welcome and emphasised the links between their two nations. Analysis by FRANCE...
Owning a home has long been a cornerstone of the American Dream, but is increasingly out of reach for many US workers. A report by the White House in April suggests the United States needs 10 million additional houses to meet demand. Meanwhile, the average price of new home sales has jumped over 30 percent in just five years, and rental prices in most major US cities have surged by around 40 perce...
The United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia in April secretly carried out a series of air strikes against Iran during the US-Israeli war against Tehran, the Wall Street Journal and Reuters reported this week. Analysts say these raids – which neither country has confirmed – would have been clandestine counterattacks following Tehran’s drone and missile strikes against Gulf state infrastructure.
Cryptocurrency has become part of everyday life for many Nigerians in the face of inflation and the collapse of the naira. People are turning to cryptocurrencies to save, trade, and send money outside traditional banks. For many young people, crypto also represents hope for quick financial success, fueled by a new generation of influencers, who showcase their success and sell advice to an audience...
A special ride… for a special anniversary screening. Twenty-five years on, the ‘Fast & Furious’ team celebrated the birthday of the film’s original release at the Cannes Film Festival with a midnight screening. Over the years, Vin Diesel and his co-stars have propelled the franchise to blockbuster status. Olivia Salazar-Winspear tells us how a small action film featuring wild car stunts became a t...
In London, the Tube and iconic red double-decker buses are deeply woven into the city's fabric. When these ageing vehicles retire, some are given a surprising second life and transformed into unique dining experiences. From underground carriages turned into restaurants to vintage buses serving afternoon tea, these repurposed icons offer a nostalgic journey through the British capital's history and...
President Volodymyr Zelensky's chief of staff until just November, Andrii Yermak, has fallen a long way. He is now accused of laundering nearly 9 million euros in a high profile corruption scandal. A Kyiv judge ordered on Thursday that he be placed in pre-trial detention. Story by Marc Paupe and Antonia Kerrigan.
The Fatah party is due to elect its new central committee for the first time in 10 years. It comes as questions arise over whether President Mahmoud Abbas will finally step aside after more than two decades at the helm. Major figures from within the movement are boycotting the vote and accusing the leadership of usurping power. Story by Delano D’Souza.
The Fatah party is due to elect its new central committee for the first time in 10 years. It comes as questions arise over whether President Mahmoud Abbas will finally step aside after more than two decades at the helm. Major figures from within the movement are boycotting the vote and accusing the leadership of usurping power. Story by Delano D’Souza.
Donald Trump is the first US leader to visit Beijing in nearly a decade. Amid the pomp, circumstance and high-level meetings, Angela Diffley welcomes Shanhui ZHANG, Journalist at CGTN (China Global Television Network) and Fellow at the Center for China and Globalisation. From the outset, Zhang frames the relationship in almost symbolic and ritual terms, suggesting that “when the two top leaders ar...
In this edition of Entre Nous we look at the Normandy Impressionist festival, which runs from May 29 to September 27 here in France. It marks the 100th anniversary of Impressionist painter Claude Monet's death. Philippe Platel, the festival's director, tells us what events are planned and why Impressionism has never gone out of style.
In Lebanon, the very idea of peace with Israel continues to deeply divide opinion. As unprecedented negotiations open today in Washington under US mediation, many Lebanese see a chance for a return to stability. But within Hezbollah’s camp, any normalization with Israel is firmly rejected. Report by Serge Berberi and Renee Davis.
Cuba's power blackouts worsened on Thursday, with the country's energy minister saying that oil reserves sent by Russia had "run out" under a tightened US fuel embargo of the island. Dozens of Cubans took took the streets outside of Havana on Wednesday night to protest the crippling blackouts and fuel shortages.
A photographer and filmmaker who’s published a book of incredible photographs from the six countries that span the Congo Basin has spoken to FRANCE 24 about his love for the rainforest. Thomas Nicolon used to be FRANCE 24's correspondent in Kinshasa, and says he's been very fortunate to build a career out of his childhood dreams. His book "Kongo" takes us on a journey through the world's second-la...
In Britain, Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under renewed pressure after his Health Secretary Wes Streeting resigned today and is expected to launch a leadership bid. Former Deputy leader Angela Raynor might also announce a bid for the leadership today after she announced that she has been cleared in a probe into her tax affairs. Starmer says he will not resign and is likely to fight any leadership...
Israel's ruling coalition on Wednesday submitted a proposal to dissolve parliament to pave the way for early elections. The move, initiated by Netanyahu's right-wing Likud party, came as Netanyahu appeared to be facing a possible collapse of his fractious coalition, amid mounting pressure from the ultra-Orthodox parties. If the proposal is accepted, elections in Israel could then be held as early ...
An international award-winning documentary maker has told FRANCE 24 that his expulsion from Hong Kong proves that the city is no longer what it was. Antoine Védeilhé has been covering Hong Kong for years and was aiming to make a documentary about how life has changed there under Chinese rule. The authorities, though, detained him at the airport and forced him to leave.
A rare sanctuary in Congo looks after baby bonobos away from the poaching threat. This primate nursery on the forested outskirts of the Congolese capital of Kinshasa is the world’s only sanctuary for orphaned bonobos, usually rescued from poachers or found trapped in the homes of locals who raise them for their meat. Story by Laurent Berstecher.
In southern Libya, the city of Kufra is hosting between 40 and 60 thousand Sudanese war refugees. Among them are many children who had to abandon their schooling since the war broke out in 2023. In the face of a conflict that has lasted three years, authorities in eastern Libya have set up a system for them to begin their schooling again. But going back to school in a refugee camp isn’t easy. Repo...
As the crucial legislative elections in Cape Verde approach, a major challenge resurfaces: water. The archipelago is ranked among the 15 countries with the lowest rainfall in the world, which remains scarce and expensive. Report by Caitlin Kelly.
In the span of two weeks, the MV Hondius incident and an outbreak of gastroenteritis on board a cruise ship off the coast of Bordeaux, some people might be tempted to postpone their cruise. But what makes these mastodons such fertile ground for infection? Story by France 2 and Antonia Kerrigan.
In the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, AFC/M23 rebels, backed by Rwanda, have withdrawn from certain areas under US diplomatic pressure. The Congolese army has moved in to regain control. This marks the most significant development on the ground in months.
Ghana has started evacuating 300 citizens from South Africa, following a wave of xenophobic attacks targeting migrants from other sub-Saharan African countries. Details by FRANCE 24 correspondent in Accra, Justice Baidoo.
In the UK, Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing renewed pressure as journalists have received reports that his Health Secretary, Wes Streeting, is set to resign today and launch a bid for the party leadership. Former deputy leader Angela Raynor could also announce a bid for leadership, after announcing that she has been cleared in a probe into her tax affairs. Starmer insists he will not resign a...
Russia is intensifying its daytime attacks on Ukraine, including on regions sometimes far from the front lines. On Wednesday, Moscow launched at least 800 drones against Ukraine, according to Volodymyr Zelensky. The attacks continued into Thursday morning, killing at least six people and wounding dozens of others. Story by Simon Moritz and Camille Corcoran.
PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, May 14, 2026: First, US President Donald Trump's visit to China features on most French front pages. Next, the British papers study the Labour Party's candidates as Prime Minister Keir Starmer refuses to resign. Also, the Guardian reports on a secret UN mission in Gaza. Meanwhile, Paris Saint-Germain become French champions for the 14th time. Finally, a strange smog has sp...
The United States and China have the two largest militaries in the world in terms of budget, personnel, weaponry, and equipment. Our colleagues at France 2 and Simon Moritz compare the two global powers’ military on land, in the ocean, and their colossal budgets.
Donald Trump is in China, where he is set to take part in talks with President Xi Jinping. Major American businessmen are also joining the talks – including Tesla’s Elon Musk, Apple’s Tim Cook and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. The two sides are to discuss trade, the war in Iran, and Taiwan. Story by Liza Kaminov and analysis by Matthew-Mary Caruchet.
Ukraine's anti-corruption court on Thursday ordered the arrest of President Volodymyr Zelensky's ex-chief of staff Andriy Yermak on money-laundering charges, placing the president's former right-hand-man in pre-trial detention for a period of 60 days.
As the Eurovision returns, an investigation by the New York Times has revealed how Israel may have influenced voters to help its contestant Yuval Raphael in last year's edition. Story by James Vasina.
