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ICE agents start appearing in US airports amid shutdown chaos

The Trump administration has begun deploying ICE agents across several airports in the US. Officials say the agents are being sent to at least 14 airports - including hubs in New York, Chicago and Atlanta - to assist overstretched TSA staff during a government shutdown that has caused long lines at security checkpoints across the country.

EU signs trade deal with Australia as it looks for new partners amid tension with US

The European Union and Australia struck a long-awaited free-trade deal on March 24, while also agreeing to boost defence cooperation and access to crucial rare-earth minerals in the face of global uncertainty over trade. It's the latest Brussels has agreed to, to diversify trade. But the deal was slammed by EU farmers, who have called 'unacceptable'. FRANCE 24's Dave Keating has more from Brussels...

EU signs trade deal with Australia as it looks for new partners amid tension with US

The European Union and Australia struck a long-awaited free-trade deal on March 24, while also agreeing to boost defence cooperation and access to crucial rare-earth minerals in the face of global uncertainty over trade. It's the latest Brussels has agreed to, to diversify trade. But the deal was slammed by EU farmers, who have called 'unacceptable'. FRANCE 24's Dave Keating has more from Brussels...

Denmark goes to the polls following crisis with US over Greenland

Denmark will hold the parliamentary election ​on March 24, with opinion polls showing a narrow lead for Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen's centre-left bloc, who has led Denmark since 2019. US President Donald Trump's push to takeover the semi autonomous Danish territory is likely to play a role in voter's minds along with cost of living issues.

Unclear if Trump is telling truth about talks with Iran or if it's 'bluff'

US President Donald Trump has said that the US and Iran are having 'very good' talks regarding the war. But they were denied by Tehran, although they did say they had received a request from the White House. There is also the question of where talks would be held - with Pakistan coming out as the most likely location. But the major question is: 'is Trump telling the truth about points of agreement...

For Israel, war against Iran is not over as Trump's attempt to reach deal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel would be ready to protect its vital interests under any circumstances, while it continues to strike Iran and Lebanon. This comes as US President Donald Trump has claimed talks were underway with Iran - despite Tehran denying those talks. 'The question is if the US pull out of the war, can Israel carry on with it', says FRANCE 24's Kethevane Gor...

Live: Israel says will take 'control' of security zone up to Lebanon's Litani river

France takes small steps to mitigate fuel price rise amid Middle East war

The French government has announced steps to limit the impact of rising crude oil prices on consumers and businesses, including easing some payroll levies and extending deadlines for tax payments. But fishing associations dismissed the package as "mini-measures" falling far short of what is needed.

US Senate confirms Trump ally Markwayne Mullin as homeland security chief

The US Senate confirmed Markwayne Mullin as homeland security secretary late on Monday, approving President Donald Trump's nominee to take over the embattled department after the firing of Kristi Noem in the wake of a public backlash over the administration's immigration enforcement operations.

Football: France hold last training camp before 2026 World Cup

Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix is making his first appearance in the France squad. Les Bleus face Brazil and Colombia.

Football: France holds last training camp before 2026 World Cup

Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix is making his first appearance in the France squad. France face Brazil and Colombia.

EU and Australia sign sweeping free trade pact and agree to boost defence ties

Middle East live: Israel says it 'will control' security zone up to Lebanon's Litani river

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz said Tuesday that the country’s military “will control” southern Lebanon all the way to the Litani river. Katz said that Israeli forces had blown up “all five bridges over the Litani that were used by Hezbollah for the passage of terrorists and weapons”, a day after hardline Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said Israel should extend its border with Lebanon as ...

Live: Iran threatens 'heavy' missile fire on Israel, dismisses Trump claim of talks

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps on Tuesday threatened to conduct "heavy" missile and drone attacks on Israel in what it described as support for Lebanese and Palestinian civilians. Tehran earlier dismissed US President Donald Trump's claim of diplomatic talks as "fake news". Follow our liveblog for all the latest updates.

Live: Iran launches missiles on Israel, calls Trump’s negotiation claims ‘fake news'

President Donald Trump started the fourth week of his war against Iran by offering the world some guarded optimism that the US could soon be winding operations down, but Iran contradicted his claims of progress being made in diplomatic talks. Iran also launched another round of missiles towards Israel early Tuesday, state television announced. Follow our liveblog for all the latest updates.

Live: Iran launches missile barrage on Israel, calls Trump’s negotiation claims ‘Fake News'

President Donald Trump started the fourth week of his war against Iran by offering the world some guarded optimism that the US could soon be winding operations down. Meanwhile, Iran launched another round of missiles towards Israel early Tuesday, state television announced. Follow our liveblog for all the latest updates.

Middle East war live: Trump says US, Iran are talking as Tehran fires new missile strikes on Israel

President Donald Trump started the fourth week of his war against Iran by offering the world some guarded optimism that the US could soon be winding operations down. Meanwhile, Iran launched another round of missiles towards Israel early Tuesday, state television announced. Follow our liveblog for all the latest updates.

Middle East war live: Trump says US, Iran are talking as Tehran fires new missiles at Israel

President Donald Trump started the fourth week of his war against Iran by offering the world some guarded optimism that the US could soon be winding operations down. Meanwhile, Iran launched another round of missiles towards Israel early Tuesday, state television announced. Follow our liveblog for all the latest updates.

Denmark votes in close election overshadowed by Trump's Greenland bid

Denmark votes in early general elections on Tuesday with centre-left Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen hoping her staunch line against US President Donald Trump's push to annex Greenland will carry her to a third term in office. Overseas seats held by Denmark's autonomous territories, including Greenland, could tip the balance if the election result is close.

EU, Australia seal landmark free trade deal amid global tensions

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese struck a long-awaited free trade deal on Tuesday, aiming to boost exports amid global trade uncertainty. The accord reflects efforts by both sides to diversify supply chains and address energy vulnerabilities linked to the Middle East conflict.

Colombian military transport plane crashes with 121 on board, killing scores

A military transport plane carrying 121 people, mostly soldiers, crashed shortly after takeoff on Monday in Puerto Leguizamo, Colombia, killing at least 66 and injuring 81, authorities said. 

Military transport plane crashes in Colombia with 121 on board, dozens dead

A military transport plane carrying 121 people, mostly soldiers, crashed shortly after takeoff on Monday in Puerto Leguizamo, Colombia, killing at least 66 and injuring 81, authorities said. The injured were treated locally before being airlifted, while victims’ bodies were taken to the town’s morgue, officials added.

Military transport plane crashes in Colombia with 121 onboard, dozens dead

A military transport plane carrying 121 people, mostly soldiers, crashed shortly after takeoff on Monday in Puerto Leguizamo, Colombia, killing at least 33 and injuring 81, authorities said. The injured were treated locally before being airlifted, while victims’ bodies were taken to the town’s morgue, officials added.

North Korea’s Kim Jong-un says nuclear-armed status ‘irreversible’

North Korea will never relinquish its status as a nuclear-armed state, state media reported leader Kim Jong-un as saying on Tuesday. Speaking after his reappointment to head the State Affairs Commission, Kim called the policy "irreversible" and vowed to intensify efforts against what he described as "hostile forces".

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un says nuclear-armed status ‘irreversible’

North Korea will never relinquish its status as a nuclear-armed state, leader Kim Jong Un said, state media reported on Tuesday. Speaking after his reappointment to head the State Affairs Commission, Kim called the policy irreversible and vowed to intensify efforts against what he described as hostile forces.