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European and Canadian leaders hold security talks in Yerevan amid uncertainty over US policy
France 24

European and Canadian leaders hold security talks in Yerevan amid uncertainty over US policy

European leaders and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney are meeting in Armenia on Monday for a European Political Community summit focused on security and geopolitical tensions as uncertainty grows over US policy under President Donald Trump. The talks in Yerevan come amid strains over the Iran conflict, the war in Ukraine and shifting transatlantic ties.

Europe, Canada leaders meet in Armenia amid uncertainty over US policy
France 24

Europe, Canada leaders meet in Armenia amid uncertainty over US policy

European leaders and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney are meeting in Armenia on Monday for a European Political Community summit focused on security and geopolitical tensions, as uncertainty grows over US policy under President Donald Trump. Held in Yerevan, the talks come amid strains over the Iran conflict, the war in Ukraine, and shifting transatlantic ties.

Former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani hospitalised in critical condition

Former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani hospitalised in critical condition

France 24

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani has been hospitalised and is in “critical but stable condition”, his spokesperson Ted Goodman said Sunday, without providing further details. Giuliani, 81, rose to prominence after the September 11 attacks and later served as an attorney for Donald Trump during efforts to challenge the 2020 election results.

Former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani in critical condition in hospital

Former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani in critical condition in hospital

France 24

Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani has been hospitalised and is in “critical but stable condition,” his spokesperson Ted Goodman said Sunday, without providing further details. Giuliani, 81, rose to prominence after the September 11 attacks and later served as an attorney for Donald Trump during efforts to challenge the 2020 election results.

Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez’s plane makes emergency landing in Turkey

Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez’s plane makes emergency landing in Turkey

France 24

A plane carrying Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez made an emergency landing in Turkey on Sunday evening due to a technical issue, Spain’s government said, confirming earlier media reports. Sanchez had been en route to Armenia for a European Political Community summit when the incident occurred, forcing an unscheduled stop in Ankara. The Spanish delegation is expected to continue on to Yerevan ...

Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez’s plane makes emergency landing in Turkey

Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez’s plane makes emergency landing in Turkey

France 24

A plane carrying Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez made an emergency landing in Turkey on Sunday evening due to a technical issue, Spain’s government said, confirming earlier media reports. Sánchez had been en route to Armenia for a European Political Community summit when the incident occurred, forcing an unscheduled stop in Ankara. The Spanish delegation is expected to continue on to Yerevan ...

Israeli court extends detention of two Gaza flotilla activists amid abuse claims

Israeli court extends detention of two Gaza flotilla activists amid abuse claims

France 24

An Israeli court on Sunday extended by two days the detention of two foreign activists seized from a Gaza-bound flotilla, as a legal battle intensified over their arrest in international waters and allegations of abuse in custody. A lawyer for one of the activists said the pair were presented with a list of suspected offences that include "assisting the enemy during wartime" and "membership in and...

Israel court extends detention of two Gaza flotilla activists amid abuse claims

Israel court extends detention of two Gaza flotilla activists amid abuse claims

France 24

An Israeli court on Sunday ordered a two-day extension of the detention of two foreign activists seized from a Gaza-bound flotilla, as a legal battle intensified over their arrest in international waters and allegations of abuse in custody. The pair, brought to Israel for questioning after their vessel was intercepted by Israeli forces, deny the accusations against them, while their lawyers argue ...

Live: US denies that Iran struck American vessel in the Strait of Hormuz

Live: US denies that Iran struck American vessel in the Strait of Hormuz

France 24

US officials on Monday denied Iranian state media reports that a US ​warship entering ​the ‌Strait ⁠of ‌Hormuz ⁠turned back after ​Iran fired missiles at it. Iran's military earlier warned that US forces would be attacked if they entered the strategic waterway as part of US President Donald Trump's plan to begin escorting stranded vessels. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

Live: US denies reports that Iran struck American vessel in Strait of Hormuz

Live: US denies reports that Iran struck American vessel in Strait of Hormuz

France 24

US officials on Monday denied Iranian state media reports that a US ​warship entering ​the ‌Strait ⁠of ‌Hormuz ⁠turned back after ​Iran fired missiles at it. Iran's military earlier warned that US forces would be attacked if they entered the strategic waterway as part of US President Donald Trump's plan to begin escorting stranded vessels. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

Live: US denies media reports that Iran struck American vessel in Strait of Hormuz

Live: US denies media reports that Iran struck American vessel in Strait of Hormuz

France 24

A ​US official on Monday denied Iran state media reports that a US ​warship entering ​the ‌Strait ⁠of ‌Hormuz ⁠turned back after ​Iran fired missiles at it. Iran's military earlier warned that US forces would be attacked if they entered the strategic waterway after US President Donald Trump said the US would begin escorting stranded vessels. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

Live: Iran warns it will attack US ships in Strait of Hormuz after Trump announces escort missions

Live: Iran warns it will attack US ships in Strait of Hormuz after Trump announces escort missions

France 24

Iran's military warned on Monday that US forces would be attacked if they entered the Strait of Hormuz after US President Donald Trump said the United States would begin escorting stranded third-country vessels through the strategic waterway. Tehran said any “American interference” in the strait would be seen as a breach of the fragile ceasefire that has held since the start of April. Follow our l...

Live: US to escort ships through Strait of Hormuz beginning Monday, Trump says

Live: US to escort ships through Strait of Hormuz beginning Monday, Trump says

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The United States is set to begin escorting stranded third-country vessels through the Strait of Hormuz starting Monday morning, US President Donald Trump announced Sunday. Iran quickly pushed back, with a senior official warning that any “American interference” would be seen as a breach of the ceasefire. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

Live: US to escort ships through Strait of Hormuz starting on Monday, Trump says

Live: US to escort ships through Strait of Hormuz starting on Monday, Trump says

France 24

The United States is set to begin escorting stranded third-country vessels through the Strait of Hormuz starting Monday morning, US President Donald Trump announced Sunday. Iran quickly pushed back, with a senior official warning that any “American interference” would be seen as a breach of the ceasefire. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

Live: Trump says US to escort ships through Hormuz as Iran warns of ceasefire breach

Live: Trump says US to escort ships through Hormuz as Iran warns of ceasefire breach

France 24

The United States is set to begin escorting stranded third-country vessels through the Strait of Hormuz starting Monday morning, as part of its “Project Freedom” initiative, US President Donald Trump announced Sunday. Iran quickly pushed back, with a senior official warning that any “American interference” would be seen as a breach of the ceasefire. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

Live: US to escort ships through Hormuz as Iran warns of ceasefire breach

Live: US to escort ships through Hormuz as Iran warns of ceasefire breach

France 24

The United States is set to begin escorting stranded third-country vessels through the Strait of Hormuz starting Monday morning, as part of its “Project Freedom” initiative, Donald Trump announced Sunday. Iran quickly pushed back, with a senior official warning that any “American interference” would be seen as a breach of the ceasefire. Follow our liveblog for all the latest updates.

Christina Lamb's quest for a new body to investigate crimes against journalists

Christina Lamb's quest for a new body to investigate crimes against journalists

France 24

Today is World Press Freedom Day—but there is little to celebrate. The latest index from Reporters Without Borders (RSF) shows this is the worst year in its 25-year history, with the global average score at a record low. For the first time, more than half of all countries are classified as having “difficult” or “very serious” press freedom conditions, and just one percent of the world’s population...

Iran reviews US response to peace proposal, warns against further military action

Iran reviews US response to peace proposal, warns against further military action

France 24

Tehran said Sunday the United States would have to choose between an “impossible” military operation or a “bad deal” in the Middle East conflict, after US President Donald Trump warned that he might reject a new proposal from Iran to restart peace talks. Negotiations between the two countries have been at a standstill since a ceasefire took effect on April 8.

Two US service members missing after joint military exercises in Morocco

Two US service members missing after joint military exercises in Morocco

France 24

Two members of the US Armed Forces participating in the African Lion joint military exercises have been reported missing near the city of Tan Tan in southern Morocco, the US Africa Command (AFRICOM) said on Sunday. A US defence official said the soldiers went missing while on a hike after the day's exercises had concluded.

Italian media reports US top diplomat Rubio to meet Pope Leo

Italian media reports US top diplomat Rubio to meet Pope Leo

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Marco Rubio will travel to Rome this week for a visit reportedly aimed at easing strained relations with the Italyn government and the Holy See. Both Giorgia Meloni and Pope Leo XIV have faced criticism from Donald Trump, who has publicly attacked the pontiff’s anti-war remarks. Marco Rubio is due to be in the Italian capital during the first anniversary of Pope Leo XIV’s papacy, the first US-bo...

Southern Lebanon: Israeli strikes kill one, wounds rescuers

Southern Lebanon: Israeli strikes kill one, wounds rescuers

France 24

Israel has carried out fresh air strikes in southern Lebanon. Officials there said at least one person was killed and four others were wounded. The strikes came after the Israel Defense Forces issued new evacuation warnings on Sunday for residents in more than ten villages and towns, including the city of Nabatieh. Residents were ordered to leave their homes and move at least 1,000 metres away to...

French interior minister vows crackdown on illegal raves after thousands gather at military site

French interior minister vows crackdown on illegal raves after thousands gather at military site

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French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez vowed on Sunday to crack down on illegal raves as he visited the area in central France where a massive free party was held on a military base despite authorities' warnings about the risk of unexploded mortars. Organisers said they chose Nunez's hometown of Bourges to protest against a proposed bill increasing penalties for unregistered raves.

French interior minister promises crackdown on illegal rave parties

French interior minister promises crackdown on illegal rave parties

France 24

French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez vowed on Sunday to crack down on illegal raves as he visited the area in central France where a massive free party was held on a military base despite authorities' warnings about the risk of unexploded mortars. Organisers said they chose Nunez's hometown of Bourges to protest against a proposed bill increasing penalties for unregistered raves.