Russia ready to resume talks with Ukraine and US to end war
The announcement came after Russian President Vladimir Putin met US President Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff in St Petersburg.
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Democrats have 11-point lead among likely voters as Trump’s approval rating craters – live
New poll finds likely voters prefer Democratic candidates over Republicans running for office by 11 percentage points; Trump campaigns in South CarolinaSign up for Breaking News US emailSend us your questions about immigration and the midtermsReporting from JerusalemThe Israeli military has detained about 80 US, Israeli and British volunteers helping Palestinians harvest olives near Bethlehem, inc...
French President Macron lands in Saudi Arabia on surprise 'solidarity' visit
French President Emmanuel Macron landed in Riyadh on Wednseday, adding an unscheduled stop to his ongoing tour of the Gulf region. The president's office said the visit aimed to demonstrate “France's solidarity” with Saudi Arabia in the face of attacks launched by the Houthis against its territory. Details by FRANCE 24 international affairs editor Douglas Herbert.
Canada wants to expand its LNG business. Critics raise red flags
As Canada’s LNG exports grow, critics raise concerns over human rights abuses linked to major corporate investors.
Kremlin says 'ready' to resume 3-way talks with US and Ukraine mid-November
Moscow is ready to resume trilateral US-Ukraine-Russia talks next month, the Kremlin said Wednesday after President Vladimir Putin met with US envoy Steve Witkoff in Russia. FRANCE 24's correspondent Gulliver Cragg has more.
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Putin to resume three-way talks with Ukraine, Washington: Kremlin
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The rise of Catalan Alliance is causing alarm among Muslims ahead of Spain's snap election in November.
What are Italy’s new measures against violent protests?
The government has unveiled a new offence of 'violent participation in public demonstrations', among other measures.
Glacier Cliffs Retreat And Stabilise: Study tracks rapid ice loss; long-term collapse less certain
Recent research reveals that Antarctica's glaciers are retreating at a faster pace than earlier predictions had estimated. By analyzing over 15,000 satellite images, scientists focused on the stability of ice cliffs. While some cliffs showed signs of quick retreat, they later stabilized instead of collapsing completely. Factors like water depth and the shape of the underlying bedrock significantly...
Rhode Island Home Price Cut: landmark Reading Room gets $1.2m trim; now listed at $9.75m
The Reading Room, a stunning waterfront residence dating back to 1880, is now available for $9.75 million, down from its original listing of $10.95 million. This beautifully restored Victorian property boasts incredible views of Narragansett Bay, allowing future owners to enjoy a unique slice of coastal heritage. Its charm and character make it an exceptional opportunity for buyers seeking a histo...
Carney to make Turkey trip for 1st bilateral visit aimed at deepening ties
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand and Natural Resources Minister Tim Hodgson will join Prime Minister Mark Carney on the planned trip.
Woman told Russell Brand he treated her ‘like an animal’, court hears
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Woman told Russell Brand he treated her ‘like an animal,’ court hears
Brand, 51, faces three charges of rape, three of sexual assault and one of indecent assault against six womenA woman said Russell Brand degraded her and treated her like “a piece of meat” when he raped her at his London townhouse, a court has heard.She alleged she repeatedly begged the 51-year-old comedian to stop the assault which left her bleeding for days and in pain. Continue reading...
Milei reignites war of words with Sánchez as Spanish PM declares himself ‘leftie and proud’
Javier Milei has reignited his war of words with Pedro Sánchez during a visit to Madrid, as the Spanish prime minister declared himself “leftie and proud”.
'Lefty and proud': Spain's Sánchez hits back at Argentina's Milei in Madrid
Javier Milei has again attacked Pedro Sánchez during a visit to Madrid, where he will meet Isabel Díaz Ayuso. Sánchez replied on X, defending his left-wing stance in a fresh war of words between the two leaders.
Macron rejects Trump’s claims blaming migrants for French riots
French President Emmanuel Macron condemned comments by "foreign leaders" on the violent protests in France on October 17. He has now arrived in Saudi Arabia as part of his Gulf tour.
France: Far right leader Marine Le Pen gains popularity amid nationwide riots
Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu met with union leaders today in France. His government admitted law enforcement officers had lost control this past weekend during protests which resulted in scenes of violence and looting. The country is bracing for more protests – the Yellow Vest movement called on demonstrators to take to the street on Saturday. As the events unfold, far-right leader Marine Le P...
Bush’s brother crosses party lines to vote for James Talarico for Senate
Republican Neil Bush says he was ‘deeply troubled’ by Ken Paxton’s conduct and ‘enormously impressed’ with TalaricoUS politics live – latest updatesNeil Bush, a son of former president George HW Bush and a lifelong Republican, announced on Tuesday that he crossed party lines to vote for James Talarico, the Democratic candidate for Senate in Texas.In a Facebook post, Neil Bush said he chose to vote...
Some Brazilians long associated with the left now shift towards Flavio Bolsonaro
In the first round of Brazil’s presidential elections, Flavio Bolsonaro got the most votes in 15 electoral districts in the North Zone of Rio de Janeiro, compared with 9 for Lula. This part of the city, long associated with the left and the social policies of Lula’s Workers’ Party, is now shifting towards former president Jair Bolsonaro’s son.
Tyler Perry cuts Wyoming mansion price by $3.5 million after $30 million Puerto Rico home purchase
Tyler Perry has reduced the asking price of his Wyoming mansion by $3.5 million, bringing it down to $36 million after reportedly buying a $30 million home in Puerto Rico. Built in 2019, the 37-acre estate features nine bedrooms, 8.5 bathrooms, a home theatre, a cowboy-themed bar, a swimming pool and a guesthouse.
Indian court orders release of two leaders of Cockroach movement
Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka spent a week in jail after defying restrictions on protests in Delhi amid government crackdownAn Indian court has ordered the release of two leaders of India’s Cockroach movement, who were jailed last week amid a mounting state crackdown on youth-led protests.The two leaders of the Cockroach Janta party (CJP) movement, Saurav Das and Ashutosh Ranka, had spent a week i...
70% of water produced in Guadeloupe never reaches homes
In the French overseas territory of Guadeloupe, a water crisis is a daily reality, with some residents going without water for weeks. The network is being repaired, but at the current pace, France's Court of Auditors says replacing all of it would take 208 years. Now, a judicial investigation has been opened in Paris into the crisis, following a citizen-led legal action. Our France 2 colleagues re...
Over 500 in South Africa sickened in outbreak linked to poor water quality
Over 500 people in South Africa have fallen ill from a gastrointestinal illness linked to poor water quality in two cities
Thousands march in Greece over public education failures as Macron blasts ‘stupid’ commentary on French protests – as it happened
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African health ministers to hold Ebola crisis talks as Nigeria confirms first case
African health ministers will hold crisis talks on Ebola as Nigeria becomes the fourth country to confirm a case. The patient is now in isolation, while her contacts, including her spouse, a Swiss national, are being monitored.
Italy: Giorgia Meloni approves tougher anti-riot laws after Milan violence 🇮🇹
Italy approved a raft of security measures on Tuesday including a new offence of violent participation in a demonstration, tougher penalties for rioters, and financial liability for parents whose children take part in vandalism and looting.
EU should revive talks on broader China trade deal, top MEP says
As EU lawmakers prepare to visit Beijing, the European Parliament's trade chief is calling for a broader agreement that could revive elements of a frozen investment pact and address unfair Chinese trade practices across multiple industries.
Home Office lifts deportation order for man, 62, who has lived in UK for 50 years
Department drops efforts to return Tony Hall to Barbados, a country he left at 12 and where he has no living relatives The Home Office has lifted a deportation order handed to a 62-year-old man who has lived in Britain for 50 years after criticism of the department’s attempts to remove him to Barbados, a country he left as a child.The Home Office wrote to Tony Hall on Tuesday to inform him that hi...
Poland’s abortion reforms would leave it among the EU’s most restrictive, even if signed into law
Poland’s parliament, Sejm, has voted to ease some of the country’s abortion restrictions, but the changes would leave its laws among the most restrictive in the European Union — and face an uphill battle to become law.
Trump says AI data centres should pay ‘dividends’ in pre-midterm shift
US president has continued to support data centres in advance of midterms, despite growing opposition from Republicans.