French navy intercepts and boards 'shadow fleet' ship, Macron says
Ukraine's Main Directorate of Intelligence says the DF Peak tanker is involved in the transportation of Russian crude oil and that it is associated with the Sovcomflot shipping firm.
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Elon Musk spends $366m to bolster Republican Party in US midterm elections
The barrage of spending comes as Republicans fight to overcome Trump's slipping popularity and cost of living concerns.
Teenager shoots headmaster, teacher at French school
French officials say a 14-year-old boy opened fire with a hunting rifle at a middle school in the town of Aubagne.
Houthi official warns of 'swift, painful response' if US enters Yemen war
A Houthi official on Monday warned the US it would receive a "painful response" if it entered the war in Yemen, where Saudi Arabia has reportedly requested Washington's help in dealing with the group as it weathers repeated attacks. FRANCE 24's Monte Francis reports.
'Increasingly evident' Russia won't accept 'energy ceasefire': Zelensky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Monday it was clear that Russia would not agree to stop hitting energy targets, after US President Donald Trump unilaterally announced a deal between the warring nations. "It is increasingly evident that Russia is unwilling to accept an energy ceasefire proposed by the United States," Zelensky said on social media. FRANCE 24's Selina Sykes reports.
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US Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home searched by immigration agents
Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar’s home has been searched as part of an undisclosed ‘criminal investigation’.
NATO says will do ‘anything and everything’ if alliance is attacked
NATO commander issues warning as European officials have called for vigilance over potential Russian attacks.
Julia Child’s Provence home is now a cooking school where guests use her original kitchen
La Pitchoune, once the famed kitchen of Julia Child, remains a vibrant hub for culinary enthusiasts. Over the years, it has transformed into an enchanting cooking school and vacation rental, inviting guests to recreate Julia's beloved dishes. The Held family, who took over in 2016, have ensured that the legacy and authentic charm of the kitchen endures, inspiring visitors to embrace the culinary a...
Andy Burnham promises ‘serious dialogue’ over UK’s relationship with EU
PM hails next month’s ‘reset’ summit as first step to closer ties, but tensions over trade may prove problematicAndy Burnham has promised a “serious dialogue” over the UK’s future place in Europe, saying the existing relationship is “not good enough” as he framed next month’s Brussels summit as a possible first step to EU membership.The prime minister said Britain must take a “clear-eyed rational ...
Energy prices rise after Trump’s ‘energy ceasefire’ fails to move Russia or Ukraine
Oil and gas prices rose Monday after an “energy ceasefire” announced by President Donald Trump Sunday failed to gain any traction.
Houthis 'are thriving and surviving by creating war', Yemen ambassador says
Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Yemen's ambassador to France Riyad Yassin Abdallah says that the Iran-backed Houthi "are thriving and surviving by creating war". Saudi Arabia's energy minister on Monday said the country had been tested but would mount a "serious" response after a string of attacks on Riyadh's international airport by Yemen's Houthis that left 18 people dead.
Pope Leo to undergo surgery to remove lung nodule in Rome
Vatican expects a one-week hospital recovery for the 71-year-old Catholic leader ahead of scheduled Latin America tour.
Amateur pastry chefs from 33 countries compete for a chance to make the world's best tiramisu
More than 300 amateur bakers from 33 countries gathered in Treviso, Italy, for the Tiramisu World Cup — and a baker from Brazil took home the top prize. NBC News' Claudio Lavanga reports.
'A lot of Ukrainians are feeling extremely betrayed' by Trump's Russian diesel deal
Reporting from central Ukraine, FRANCE 24's Gulliver Cragg says that "a lot of Ukrainians are feeling extremely betrayed by a country that until recently they saw not only as an ally but as a beacon of freedom and democracy, a country whose values they should aspire to. All of that is falling apart very quickly and Ukrainians' admiration for the United States is disintegrating."
Cuba forges ahead with renewable energy plans amid US oil blockade
Cuban energy minister denies link to fuel shipments intercepted by US, says oil imports by private firms insufficient.
UK blames Iran for airbase plot, sanctions two Iranian nationals
Iran’s ambassador tells UK officials Tehran willing to assist in investigation, reiterates denial of involvement.
Ukraine clears key hurdle in EU membership bid
The European Union will on Tuesday open new negotiation chapters with Ukraine, an essential step in Kyiv’s long path to join the bloc. Ukrainian lawmakers on Monday passed legislation protecting the rights of national minorities, which removes a major hurdle in Kyiv’s bid for membership. The status of the Hungarian-speaking minority in western Ukraine had long caused tensions with Budapest and Hun...
Ukraine’s EU accession bid advances after Kyiv passes minority rights law
The European Union will on Tuesday open new negotiation chapters with Ukraine, an essential step in Kyiv’s long path to join the bloc. Ukrainian lawmakers on Monday passed legislation protecting the rights of national minorities, which removes a major hurdle in Kyiv’s bid for membership. The status of the Hungarian-speaking minority in western Ukraine had long caused tensions with Budapest and Hun...
How exposed is Saudi Arabia? Yemen's Houthis scale up drone and missile attacks
How exposed is Saudi Arabia? Just as Iran’s retaliation to Donald Trump’s war suddenly exposed the vulnerability of neighboring Gulf states…how much is Riyadh reeling from the escalation with Yemen’s Tehran-backed Houthis? We’ll assess the physical and material damage from strikes on airports and oil facilities as well as eventual repercussions for the kingdom’s ability to project strength. In the...
Citroën's iconic 2CV returns as an all-electric model
Almost 40 years after disappearing, the iconic 2CV returns at the Paris Motor Show as a fully electric city car, keeping things simple and affordable in an increasingly competitive market.
Utility Tower Easement Dispute: Washington couple sue OPALCO over taller tower; case tests upgrade rights
Liz Covert and Denis Goudie are taking a stand against the Orcas Power and Light Cooperative’s recent installation of a steel tower on their property. They claim that the easement permits only minor landscaping and not major installations. Furthermore, they contend that they received no prior notification regarding the construction set in motion in 2023.
UK PM says RAF base incidents ‘likely coordinated’ by Iran
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham says the incidents at RAF Fairford and RAF Molesworth were likely coordinated by Iran.
Egypt’s press union chief rejects pressure over detained journalists
Six journalists from independent platform Matsadaash allege torture in detention, which Egypt denies.
Mahmood orders urgent security review after killing of Ann Widdecombe
Home secretary also expands police support ‘with immediate effect’ for high-profile public figures not currently MPsSecurity arrangements for high-profile public figures including politicians and members of the royal family are to be urgently reviewed after the killing of Ann Widdecombe, the home secretary has said.Shabana Mahmood said former MPs, party leaders who are not MPs, peers, former membe...
Security for high-profile public figures to be reviewed after Ann Widdecombe’s murder
Home secretary vows to defend against ‘threats from without and within that target our democracy’Security arrangements for high-profile public figures including politicians and members of the royal family are to be urgently reviewed in the wake of the killing of Ann Widdecombe, Shabana Mahmood said on Monday.The home secretary said former MPs, party leaders who are not MPs, peers, former members o...
Spain's royals set to visit Ceuta for the first time as migration crisis exposes divisions
Spain's Ceuta, a city in North Africa, is facing a migration crisis that has exposed deep divisions
UK PM Andy Burnham met Man City chairman during time as Manchester mayor
Statement comes after criticism of Burnham's initial response to City being found guilty of serious financial breaches.
Stolen Renoir paintings found behind wall in France following arrests
Renoir art heist suspects were planning 'imminent' second robbery, prosecutors say.
