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Sitting between Oman and Iran, the Strait of Hormuz is a crucial global shipping channel with more than 30,000 ships passing through it each year. Following the outbreak of the conflict in the Middle East, concerns have arisen about oil and gas exports through the strait being impacted. But at the same time, the threat of disruption to food supplies in the Gulf region are increasing, as states suc...
President Trump has fired his homeland security secretary, Kristi Noem. In a post on social media, Trump said he was replacing Noem with Senator Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma. Noem is the first cabinet member to be ousted in Trump’s second term. She was a key figure in carrying out Trump’s mass deportation effort and her tenure was marked by a series of controversies.
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam is calling on the international community to help Lebanon amid the ongoing Israel-Hezbollah war as he warned '"a humanitarian crisis was looming". The fresh Israeli strikes have forced hundreds of thousands of people to flee targeted areas. FRANCE 24's Renée Davis spoke to some of them in Beirut.
A tragedy at a primary school in Iran is sparking international outrage as new details emerge regarding who may be responsible. While the physical destruction is absolute, the political fallout is only just beginning. According to Reuters, a US investigation suggests the US itself was likely responsible for the strike.
A tragedy at a primary school in Iran is sparking international outrage tonight as new details emerge regarding who may be responsible. While the physical destruction is absolute, the political fallout is only just beginning. According to Reuters, a US investigation suggests the US itself was likely responsible for the strike.
In the US, Congress's lower house has narrowly rejected a resolution to curb President Donald Trump's powers in the Iran war. It's the second vote in as many days, after the Senate defeated a similar measure. While Democrats argue this is a war and needs congressional approval, the Trump administration defends that it is a "limited operation".
In the US, Congress's lower house has narrowly rejected a resolution to curb President Donald Trump's powers in the Iran war. It's the second vote in as many days, after the Senate defeated a similar measure. While Democrats argue this is a war and needs congressional approval, the Trump administration defends that it is a "limited operation".
In the US, Congress's lower house has narrowly rejected a resolution to curb President Donald Trump's powers in the Iran war. It's the second vote in as many days, after the Senate defeated a similar measure. While Democrats argue this is a war and needs congressional approval, the Trump administration defends that it is a "limited operation".
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Wednesday that Ukraine's partners, including the United States, had sought Kyiv's help in defending against Iranian drones during the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Wednesday that Ukraine's partners, including the United States, had sought Kyiv's help in defending against Iranian drones during the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
US President Donald Trump said on March 5 it would be a "waste of time" currently to consider sending US ground troops into Iran. This comes amid growing criticism domestically and internationally that the Washington has unclear goals and strategies in Iran, as well as explanations for the war, as it continues attacks in the country. FRANCE 24's Kethevane Gorjestani breaks it down for us.
US President Donald Trump said on March 5 it would be a "waste of time" currently to consider sending US ground troops into Iran. This comes amid growing criticism domestically and internationally that the Washington has unclear goals and strategies in Iran,as well as explanations for the war, as it continues attacks in the country. FRANCE 24's Kethevane Gorjestani breaks it down for us.
Top US officials, including the defence secretary, have said that sending US troops into Iran could not be ruled out. But given public opinion in the US, such a move would come with political consequences for US President Donald Trump and the Republicans, especially with the midterm elections approaching in November. However, there are reports that the White House is looking to enlist and even arm...
Top US officials, including the Defense Secretary have said that sending US troops into Iran could not be ruled out. But given public opinion in the US, such a move would come with political consequences for Donald Trump and the Republicans, especially with the midterm elections approaching in November. However, there are reports that the White House is looking to enlist and even arm separatist gr...
Fresh strikes rocked Iran and Lebanon on March 6, as Israel vowed to escalate to a new phase in the Middle East war. Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam warned that "a humanitarian disaster is looming" as a result of Israeli evacuation orders that are causing a massive displacement of the population. FRANCE 24's Renée Davis spoke to the displaced in Beirut.
President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday said that Ukraine would provide assistance to the US and other allies in response to requests for support in dealing with Iran's Shahed drones currently being used in the Middle East conflict.
President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday said that Ukraine would provide assistance to the US and other allies in response to requests for support in dealing with Iran's Shahed drones currently being used in the Middle East conflict.
PRESS REVIEW – Friday, March 6: International papers discuss US President Donald Trump's "warrior transformation" and speculate about how the new war in the Middle East could benefit Russia. Also: the US Department of Justice publishes an interview that outlines sexual assault allegations against Trump. Finally, is the US president trying to distract attention from the Epstein files with the new w...
The Israeli military said on Friday it had begun fresh strikes against Iran‑backed Hezbollah in the southern suburbs of Beirut, a Hezbollah stronghold targeted after a mass evacuation order for local residents. “One of Israel’s goals is to allow residents of northern Israel along the Lebanese border to live in peace,” FRANCE 24’s Noga Tarnopolsky said, adding that Israel is also seeking to “elimin...
As civilians in southern Beirut are ordered to evacuate, ahead of an Israeli offensive, François Picard is pleased to welcome Nadim Houry, Executive Director of the Arab Reform Initiative (ARI). Mr. Houry describes the war on Iran and ensuing conflict spreading across the Middle East as "one large illegal war" whose consequences are rapidly overwhelming Lebanon and threatening to reshape the entir...
Motorists in Lille and across northern France have seen petrol and diesel prices jump sharply in recent days, with some stations reporting increases of up to 20 cents per litre. The sudden rise has prompted scrutiny from the government, with the economy minister summoning fuel industry representatives amid concerns some retailers may be raising profit margins excessively.
Lens can still dream of an improbable double. With only four points behind PSG in Ligue 1, Lens are now also two wins away from lifting their first-ever Coupe de France. Pierre Sage’s side beat Lyon on penalties on Thursday in the quarter-finals. They will face Toulouse for a spot in the final, while Strasbourg host Nice in the second semi-final.
US President Donald Trump said on Friday that there would be no deal reached with Iran “except unconditional surrender”. Trump wrote on social media that any such surrender by Tehran would then be followed by “the selection of a great and acceptable leader(s)”. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments.
Crude oil prices rose on Friday to their highest level in nearly two years after Iraqi Kurdish authorities said an attack had halted production at an oil field operated by a US company. The price surge came as Israel carried out new strikes on the southern suburbs of Beirut and Tehran. Read our liveblog for the latest.
The Israeli military on Friday ordered the evacuation of four towns in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley after carrying out fresh strikes Friday on the southern suburbs of Beirut. Israel’s attack on Lebanon comes as it continues to pummel Iran’s capital Tehran. Read our liveblog for the latest developments.
The Israeli military on Friday ordered the evacuation of four towns in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley after carrying out fresh strikes Friday on the southern suburbs of Beirut. Israel’s attack on Lebanon comes as it continues to pummel Iran’s capital Tehran. Read our liveblog for the latest developments.
Israel carried out a new strike Friday morning on the southern suburbs of Beirut after a night of intense bombing of the pro-Iranian Hezbollah’s stronghold in Lebanon. At the same time, the Israeli army also launched a series of “large-scale” strikes on Tehran, saying it was targeting government infrastructure. Read our liveblog for the latest developments.
President Donald Trump Thursday said it would be a "waste of time" to send US ground troops into Iran, NBC News reported. Intense Israeli airstrikes pounded the capitals of Iran and Lebanon early Friday as the US apparently struck an Iranian drone carrier at sea, intensifying its campaign targeting the Islamic Republic’s fleet of warships. Read our liveblog for the latest developments.
