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With their 1-0 win over South Korea, Mexico have become the first country to qualify for the knockout stages of the competition. Canada powered six goals past Qatar to take home their first three points in a world cup for the first time in their history. Switzerland - Bosnia Herzegovina was not a very interesting game until the 74th minute, at which point the Swiss scored four and their opponents ...
With their 1-0 win over South Korea, Mexico become the first country to qualify for the knockout stages of the competition. Canada power six goals past Qatar to take home their first three points in a world cup for the first time in their history. Switzerland - Bosnia Herzegovina was not a very interesting game until the 74th minute at which point the swiss scored four and their opponents one. The...
On the border between Côte d’Ivoire and Burkina Faso, tensions are rising. Armed incursions by Burkinabe militias, jihadist threat, and civilians living in fear, our team got rare access, alongside the Ivorian army, to this high-risk zone. #SahelCrisis#WestAfrica #Terrorism
Over the last decade, gun murders have jumped by nearly 90 percent in Canada. This increase is fuelled by a never-ending stream of illegal weapons acquired across the border in the United States. According to data from the Toronto Police, 88 percent of the guns seized in crimes last year originated in the US. Canadian police and elected officials are demanding tighter controls at border crossings....
As we mark 100 years since her birth, the enduring legacy of Marilyn Monroe means she still shapes ideas of what makes an ideal woman. Annette Young talks to Professor Amanda Konkle, a film specialist, as to why this is the case. Also the ongoing impact of Ebola continues to be felt in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where the spread of a deadly strain of the virus is placing pregnant women at e...
In northeastern Ivory Coast, along the border with Burkina Faso, tension has become a permanent reality. The jihadist threat spreading from the Sahel is no longer the only concern. A new danger has emerged: the Volunteers for the Defence of the Homeland, or VDPs – auxiliary forces supporting the Burkinabé army. FRANCE 24's Julia Guggenheim, Damien Koffi and M'ma Camara report.
Italy reacted angrily on Friday after reported comments by US President Donald Trump mocking Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, with the foreign minister cancelling a planned US visit.
Fighting flared in Lebanon on Friday, with authorities reporting 18 killed in Israeli airstrikes across the south and Israel announcing the deaths of four of its soldiers.
It is day two of the EU leaders' summit, where the bloc's next seven-year budget is being discussed. According to the European Commission's proposal, the 2028-2034 budget should be €2 trillion. But leaders are set to clash after both net contributors and beneficiaries criticised that initial proposal. They also agreed to extend sanctions on Russia. FRANCE 24's Armen Georgian tells us what to know...
Lawmaker Andy Burnham said Britain needed fundamental change, from its economy to its immigration system, to education and industry, after he won a parliamentary seat in the Makerfield by-election. The election was under intense scrutiny as it was triggered to give Burnham the possibility of challenging PM Keir Starmer for party leadership, for which he would be the favourite. FRANCE 24's Philip...
Kenya just held a major conference on ocean protection, bringing together thousands of scientists, policymakers, and philanthropists. The goal is to find solutions to preserve marine resources and prevent environmental degradation. Over the past decade, the East African coast has been particularly affected by declining fish stocks, pollution, and erosion linked to rising sea levels. Bastien Renoui...
South African president Cyril Ramaphosa has failed to stop the work of a committee investigating allegations of misconduct against him. If they are confirmed, he risks possible impeachment over scandals sparked by claims that he didn't declare millions of dollars he stashed into a sofa at his Phala Phala gamer farm before they were stolen. FRANCE 24's Eunice Masson tells us more from Cape Town.
Ghana is taking the growing call for reparations over the transatlantic slave trade a significant step further towards concrete action. Weeks after the UN called it the 'gravest crime against humanity", leaders from around the continent and the Caribbean were in Accra for a conference on reparatory justice. Now, Ghana has adopted a 10-point plan to enforce the UN resolution. FRANCE 24's Justice Ba...
PRESS REVIEW – Friday, June 19: Papers discuss the worsening fuel crisis in Russia. Also: the Major Oak tree from the Robin Hood legend is dead. Finally, articles discuss mums who use cannabis and ask how much is actually too much.
Our guest in this edition represents creativity, identity and entrepreneurship. Mzukisi Mbane is the brains behind Imprint South Africa. He founded the brand after originally studying accounting and has now built a globally recognised label rooted in African heritage and futurism. He spoke to us in Entre Nous.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has congratulated Labour's Andi Burnham's win in the by-election that took place in the constituency of Makerfield on June 17, while saying he would fight any leadership challenge he is presented with. Burnham is Starmer's main rival, with many in Labour hoping that the new MP will now challenge the PM. FRANCE 24's Benedicte Paviot tells us more.
Israel’s military said on June 19 its forces struck targets throughout southern Lebanon overnight as Hezbollah reported intense fighting in the area, threatening the nascent agreement between Iran and the United States to end their war. Israel and Hezbollah are not parties to the agreement, but Iran insists Israel must withdraw from south Lebanon. FRANCE 24's Noga Tarnopolsky tells us more from Je...
Scotland fans have taken over Boston as they play their first World Cup since 1998, and are set to play Morocco in their second game of the tournament on June 19. The Tartan army has conquered the hearts of Bostonians, who will be sad to see them go: after their game against Morocco, the Scottish team will be flying to Miami to face Brazil. FRANCE 24's Selina Sykes meets the Tartan army ahead of t...
Labour's Andy Burnham has won a by-election in northern England, fuelling speculation that he could mount a challenge to Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Starmer’s popularity has cratered since he led the center-left Labour Party to a landslide election victory in July 2024. Labour is losing liberal voters to the growing Green Party, and facing a rising Reform UK, which consistently leads in nationwid...
Talks that had been planned for June 19 between the United States and Iran in Switzerland were abruptly called off, as the Trump administration faces mounting criticism from both Democrats and Republicans. This comes after Iran delayed sending its delegation to Switzerland over Israel’s ongoing military campaign in Lebanon. FRANCE 24's Douglas Herbert.
US Vice President JD Vance says he doesn’t know if he’ll be headed to Geneva on June 19 where he was due to attend a signing ceremony for an initial deal to end the war in Iran. But an agreement has already been signed by Donald Trump and Iranian officials, so Vance said that further negotiations could happen in Switzerland on the weekend. Meanwhile, Iran’s supreme leader has issued his first stat...
Switzerland cruised to a 4-1 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina to bounce back after their opening draw against Qatar. The Nati are now close to securing a place in the round of 16.
A French court confirmed Friday that Moroccan footballer Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape. The 27-year-old footballer, who plays for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), denies the allegations and said he was "eagerly awaiting" his trial.
The Iranian World Cup team will lodge a complaint with world football association FIFA over the unfair travel restrictions imposed on them during the North American tournament, Iran's football federation said Thursday.
Switzerland cruised to a 4-1 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina to bounce back after their opening draw against Qatar. The Nati are now close to securing a place in round 16. The sports recap of the day with France 24 journalists and a summary of world sports news, both on and off the field.
Germany came under fresh US trade scrutiny on Thursday as the United States launched an investigation into the country's pharmaceutical pricing policies, a move that could pave the way for new tariffs. Washington said it would examine whether Germany's pricing practices unfairly underpay for innovative medicines and burden US commerce under Section 301 trade authorities.
Co-hosts Mexico became the first team to secure a place in the World Cup knockout stage after a 1-0 victory over South Korea at a jubilant Guadalajara Stadium on Thursday. Luis Romo scored shortly after half-time, capitalising on a goalkeeping error, to seal Mexico's second straight win and confirm them as Group A winners with one match remaining.
