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Xi-Trump diplomacy: Beijing envisions 4 pillars of 'stability', warns US over Taiwan 'interference'

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...

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France 24 • 3 months ago

Normandy art festival celebrates Monet and beyond

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.

France 24 • 3 months ago

Lebanese split over diplomatic normalisation amid Washington talks

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.

France 24 • 3 months ago

Cuba says oil reserves have 'run out' as blackouts, fuel shortages spark protests

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.

France 24 • 3 months ago

'Every time I'm in the forest, I'm like a little kid': Photographer Thomas Nicolon

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...

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UK health secretary Wes Streeting resigns and is expected to challenge Keir Starmer's leadership

France 24 • 3 months ago

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-Lebanon ceasefire nears end: Will fresh talks lead to new truce?

France 24 • 3 months ago

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 ...

'What happened to me is proof that Hong Kong is no longer Hong Kong': Antoine Védeilhé

France 24 • 3 months ago

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.

From poachers to refuge: The world's only bonobo orphanage is hidden in DR Congo

France 24 • 3 months ago

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.

How Sudanese children are going back to school in a refugee camp after years of war

France 24 • 3 months ago

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...

Cape Verde: One of the driest countries on Earth heads to the polls

France 24 • 3 months ago

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.

Why are cruise ships such fertile ground for infection?

France 24 • 3 months ago

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.

M23 rebels withdraw from several positions under US diplomatic pressure

France 24 • 3 months ago

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 evacuates 300 citizens caught in xenophobic acts in South Africa

France 24 • 3 months ago

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.

Will Keir Starmer's rivals manage to unseat the UK Prime Minister?

France 24 • 3 months ago

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 pummels Ukraine, hitting regions far from the front lines

France 24 • 3 months ago

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.

Trump-Xi meeting 'like watching a boxer fight a Kung Fu master'

France 24 • 3 months ago

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...

China or the US: Who has the largest army?

France 24 • 3 months ago

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.

What did Trump and Xi discuss at high-profile Beijing summit?

France 24 • 3 months ago

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.

Zelensky's former top aide Andriy Yermak remanded in Ukraine corruption probe

France 24 • 3 months ago

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.

Did Israel tip Eurovision 2025 results? NYT report delves into voting data

France 24 • 3 months ago

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.

Taiwan says China 'sole risk' to peace after Xi warned Trump over Taiwan issue

France 24 • 3 months ago

It's an honor to be your friend - Donald Trump told Xi Jinping. Xi Jinping, however, responded by offering a cautionary warning about avoiding a possible clash between the two nations. A contrast in tone underscoring then just how far apart the leaders remain on thorny issues including the war in Iran, trade disputes and Washington’s relationship with Taiwan. Should Taiwan expect any substantive c...

Iran holds farewell ceremony for 2026 World Cup football team

France 24 • 3 months ago

Fans gathered at Enghelab Square in Tehran on Wednesday night to attend a farewell ceremony for the Iranian men's football team before their departure for the World Cup. Both FIFA and US officials say Iranian players will be allowed into the United States despite Donald Trump's travel ban. Major questions still remain, as August Hakansson explains.

800 drones in 24 hours? Russia launches massive daytime barrage on Ukraine

France 24 • 3 months ago

Russia launched at least “800 drones” against Ukraine on Wednesday, killing at least six people and wounding several others, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. He accused Moscow of deliberately carrying out the attacks on the day US President Donald Trump arrived in China. These Russian drone strikes illustrate the intensification of bombing during daylight hours and in regions s...

Netanyahu's coalition seeks to dissolve parliament and trigger early election in Israel

France 24 • 3 months ago

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's ruling coalition seized control of the electoral timetable on Wednesday by submitting a motion to dissolve Israel's parliament early, paving the way for early elections. The bill, which was signed by leaders of the six parliamentary groups in the governing coalition is expected to pass, meaning elections could be held as soon as late August, rather than ...

Hantavirus close contacts in France have so far tested negative

France 24 • 3 months ago

The number of confirmed hantavirus cases from the Hondius cruise ship outbreak stands at eleven, three of whom have died. In France, a woman who tested positive remains in hospital in critical condition… while twenty two close contacts are being monitored and have so far tested negative. Health officials say the risk to the general public remains low because the virus does not easily spread betwee...

Israel launches fresh strikes on Lebanon despite ceasifre and ongoing talks

France 24 • 3 months ago

The conflict between Israel and Hezbollah is continuing despite talks currently taking place between Lebanon and Israel. On Wednesday, twelve people were killed by Israeli strikes on Lebanon, according to the country's health ministry. Story by James Vasina.

UK minister Streeting resigns ahead of possible leadership challenge to Starmer

France 24 • 3 months ago

Britain's health minister Wes Streeting announced on Thursday that he had resigned, paving the way for him to launch a leadership challenge against embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

UK minister quits ahead of possible challenge to Starmer

France 24 • 3 months ago

Britain's health minister Wes Streeting announced on Thursday that he had resigned, paving the way for him to launch a leadership challenge against embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

Donald Trump and Xi Jinping hold high-stakes meeting in Beijing

France 24 • 3 months ago

Donald Trump is in China where he's set to take part in highly-anticipated talks with President Xi Jinping. The two sides are to discuss trade, the war in Iran, and Taiwan. This is the US President's first visit to the country in ten years. Details by FRANCE 24 correspondent in Beijing, Yena Lee.