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Almodóvar, Travolta and Bardem lead 2026 Cannes lineup
Film critic Ben Croll joins Eve Jackson to break down this year’s Cannes lineup - from the biggest names to the films already generating buzz, and what it all says about the state of global cinema.
#Pope Leo XIV learns to spin #basketball with Harlem Globetrotters
Members of the US exhibition basketball team the Harlem Globetrotters taught Pope Leo XIV to spin a basketball on his finger on Wednesday as they met with the pontiff at his weekly general audience in Saint Peter's Square. The moment drew loud cheers from the watching crowds.
France's public prosecutor drops drugs probe into far-left MEP
The Paris Public Prosecutor's office said on Thursday it has stopped investigating French far-left member of the European Parliament, Rima Hassan, over illegal drug possession. Police last week found Hassan in possession of cannabidiol, or CBD, and a substance that seemed to be a designer drug 3-MMC.
Four migrants die trying to cross Channel to England
Four people died on Thursday off the coast of northern France as they tried to board a small boat to cross the Channel to England, taking the number of such deaths this year to six. France has long been a launchpad for migrants hoping to cross the Channel and start a better life in Britain, usually risking the journey in flimsy, overcrowded vessels.
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Trump, Vance support for Hungary's Orban is not 'meddling' in upcoming vote, says US envoy
US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance's endorsement of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban does not constitute "meddling" in Hungary's parliamentary elections, the US ambassador to the EUsaid on Thursday. Trump last month said nationalist Orban had his "complete and total" support.
Trump, Vance not 'meddling' in Hungary vote, says US envoy to EU
Donald Trump's ambassador to the EU denied in an AFP interview Thursday that the US leader or his vice president were "meddling" in Hungary's election by endorsing nationalist incumbent Viktor Orban.
Trump sending US VP Vance to Pakistan for Iran talks
US President Donald Trump is sending Vice President JD Vance and other negotiators to the Pakistani capital for talks with Iran that will begin on Saturday, the White House said. FRANCE 24's Fraser Jackson reports from Washington.
Lebanon declares day of mourning after over 250 killed in Israeli attacks
Lebanon declared a national day of mourning on Thursday as Israel bombed more targets in the country, after its largest attacks of the war on Wednesday killed more than 250 people and injured over 1,000, threatening to derail Donald Trump’s truce from the outset.
Rescuers search for survivors in Lebanese capital amid new Israeli strikes
Rescuers searched for survivors under the rubble of destroyed buildings in Beirut on Thursday as Lebanon observed a day of mourning after Israeli strikes across the country killed more than 200. FRANCE 24's Andrew Hilliar tells us more.
Iran war: Catalyst for a renewable energy push?
The US and Israel’s war with Iran has triggered one of the biggest global energy shocks in decades. Asian economies, in particular, are facing disruptions to oil and gas supplies, while energy prices have surged worldwide. Climate activists say the shock should serve as a catalyst in the switch to renewable energy sources.
Cannes Festival promises escapism in Hollywood-lite edition
The Cannes Film Festival unveiled its roster of films for this year's edition on Thursday packed with historical dramas, "gentleness" and even football, with the absence of major Hollywood studios set to dial down the American razzle-dazzle of previous editions. Festival director Thierry Fremaux unveiled 21 films in competition for the main Palme d'Or prize, featuring former winners, newcomers and...
Israel dismisses calls to add Lebanon to US-Iran ceasefire
Israel vowed more strikes against Hezbollah on Thursday, dismissing mounting international demands that the fragile truce between the United States and Iran in the Gulf be expanded to cover the war in Lebanon. At least 203 people were killed and 1,000 wounded in the latest strikes, the Lebanese health ministry said. FRANCE 24's Noga Tarnopolsky reports from Jerusalem.
Iranians rally to mark 40-day mourning for slain supreme leader Khamenei
Mourners across Iran began ceremonies Thursday marking the 40th day after the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed at the start of the Iran war. In Iran’s capital, Tehran, mourners wearing black began their rally from Jomhouri Eslami Square to the neighborhood of the office of Khamenei, 86.
#Lebanon: Scenes of destruction day after ‘terrifying’ Israeli #strikes
Lebanon declared a national day of mourning on Thursday, a day after Israel launched its biggest attack of the war on its neighbour so far, leaving widespread destruction in the capital Beirut and killing more than 250 people according to the country’s civil defence service.
Taking stock of Iran war after 40 days of conflict
As global attention turns to the fragile ceasefire agreed between Iran and the United States, the 40 days of conflict have left lasting scars across Iran – with significant damage to infrastructure and military capabilities, even as Tehran claims victory. In Washington, the Trump administration has gone further, suggesting the Islamic Republic has undergone regime change, but on the ground, Iran’s...
India hit by Middle East war: Millions face gas shortages
In the weeks leading up to the ceasefire, the impact of the war in the Middle East was felt far beyond the region, reaching countries such as India. The nation of nearly 1.5 billion people relies heavily on imports of cooking gas, or LPG, much of it sourced from the Middle East. When Iran blocked the Strait of Hormuz – a critical global shipping route – supplies were severely disrupted. Long queue...
France unveils rearmament boost to face Russia threat, global instability
France is to ramp up explosive drone stocks by up to 400 percent by 2030, draft legislation showed Wednesday, as the country seeks to accelerate rearmament to face an aggressive Russia. The military spending bill was presented after France's top commanders said the country must be ready in the next few years for a clash with Russia and that NATO should adapt to produce more weapons and faster.
Dominant PSG leave Liverpool right up against it in Champions League tie
Desire Doue and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scored the goals to give a dominant Paris Saint-Germain a 2-0 win over Liverpool in their Champions League quarter-final first leg on Wednesday, as the holders seized a clear advantage to take to Anfield for next week's return.
Four migrants die in north France trying to board small boat to cross Channel
Two men and two women died on Thursday after being swept away by currents in the English Channel while trying to board a dinghy to travel from France to England.
Escaping survival mode: Psychologist offers guide to slowing down and reclaiming balance
With never-ending to-do lists, pressure to excel at work, and the expectation to be present for family and friends, it’s no surprise that many women feel they are living in “survival mode” – worrying about letting others down, experiencing stress-related physical symptoms, and battling exhaustion. Psychologist Nicola Jane Hobbs aims to change that. She has written a book titled “The Relaxed Woman:...
Rising oil prices: Are we heading for a recession?
Crude oil prices rose again on Thursday as the ceasefire announced by US President Donald Trump and Iran shows signs of fragility. In this edition, we speak with Ilian Mihov, Professor of Economics at INSEAD, about whether the war and the resulting oil shock could trigger a global recession. He explains that supply shortages can affect economic activity more than price hikes and outlines the delic...
'Sheer terror rained from the sky': Arab Reform Initiative Executive Director Nadim Houry
The Executive Director of the Arab Reform Initiative told FRANCE 24 how chaos erupted during Israel’s attacks on Beirut. Nadim Houry was on the phone with colleagues as Israel struck around a hundred targets in just ten minutes. He said the attacks on Lebanon could stop immediately if Donald Trump called Benjamin Netanyahu to make clear that the US would no longer supply Israel with weapons. He sp...
'Sheer terror reigned from the sky': Arab Reform Initiative Executive Director Nadim Houry
The Executive Director of the Arab Reform Initiative told FRANCE 24 how chaos erupted during Israel’s attacks on Beirut. He was on the phone with colleagues as Israel struck around a hundred targets in just ten minutes. He said the attacks on Lebanon could stop immediately if Donald Trump called Benjamin Netanyahu to make clear that the US would no longer supply Israel with weapons. He spoke to us...
NASA Artemis II astronauts prepare to end moon mission in 'fireball' re-entry
Four astronauts traveling back to Earth from the far side of the moon on NASA's Artemis II mission spoke of their emotions as they wrapped up the unprecedented flight and prepared to re-enter the atmosphere in a "fireball", during their first press conference from space on Wednesday. The Artemis II crew, flying in their Orion capsule since launching from Florida last week, are due to splash down ...
In Algeria, Saint Augustine's city anticipates Pope Leo's visit
On Algeria's sparkling Mediterranean coast, the city of Annaba is teeming with excitement as the one-time home of Saint Augustine readies for the country's first visit by a Catholic pontiff. For the city's small Christian community, Pope Leo XIV's visit is a powerful nod of recognition.
Guinea-Bissau's Bijagos Archipelago enters UNESCO world heritage list
It’s a dream come true for Guinea-Bissau: The Bijagos Archipelago – 88 Islands known to be home to the only colony of saltwater hippos in the world – is now part of UNESCO’s World Heritage List. FRANCE 24's Caitlin Kelly reports.
'Black Wednesday': Lebanon declares day of mourning amid ongoing Israeli attacks
Lebanon declared a national day of mourning on Thursday after Israeli strikes pummelled the country, killing nearly 200 people and calling into question the ceasefire between the United States and Iran. FRANCE 24's Renée Davis reports from Beirut, Lebanon.