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Jihadists from the Islamic State (IS) group have made Somalia their new stronghold. In the Puntland region, they have settled largely undisturbed in a mountainous area spanning nearly 5,000 square kilometres. After their defeat in Iraq and Syria, the group shifted its focus to other continents, particularly Africa. From this refuge, its fighters organise and finance operations worldwide.A report b...
One of Europe’s biggest state secrets – and a scandal that still shakes Italy today – was a clandestine army set up by NATO after World War II to block the spread of communism. During the Cold War, cells of the network operated in around ten European countries. In Italy, the covert operation was known by the code name Gladio. Natalia Mendoza, Tommaso Marro, and Laura Roudaut report.
When will the Strait of Hormuz be open for business again? A fragile ceasefire may be in place, but for now maritime traffic through the waterway remains at a near standstill. There is growing evidence that Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has laid mines in the Strait, a move likely to deter shipping companies from making the journey. FRANCE 24 speaks to Adi Imsirovic, lecturer on the energy systems at ...
PRESS REVIEW – Friday, April 10: Papers focus on Hungary’s opposition leader, Peter Magyar, as he confronts Prime Minister Viktor Orban in Sunday’s crucial election. Magyar is hoping to capitalise on a wave of discontent over Orban's rule. In the US, First Lady Melania Trump has convened the press at the White House to deny any ties to Jeffrey Epstein – but was it a ruse to divert attention from D...
Chinese President Xi Jinping reiterated his opposition to Taiwanese independence during a meeting with Cheng Li-wun, leader of Taiwan's pro-Beijing opposition Kuomintang (KMT) party. Her official trip to Beijing, the first such visit in a decade, sparked controversy in the self-ruled island that China claims as its territory.
Chinese President Xi Jinping reiterated his opposition to Taiwanese independence during a meeting with Cheng Li-wun, leader of Taiwan's pro-Beijing opposition Kuomintang (KMT) party. Her official trip to Beijing, the first such visit in a decade, sparked controversy in the self-ruled island that China claims as its territory.
Chinese President Xi Jinping reiterated his opposition to Taiwanese independence during a meeting with Cheng Li-wun, leader of Taiwan's pro-Beijing opposition Kuomintang (KMT) party. Her official trip to Beijing, the first such visit in a decade, sparked controversy in the self-ruled island that China claims as its territory.
The Artemis II team headed for a Friday re-entry to Earth after a historic lunar mission, the first crewed mission to the Moon in over 50 years. The most crucial moments of the 10-day mission awaits them as they prepare for a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California.
The Artemis II team headed for a Friday re-entry to Earth after a historic lunar mission, the first crewed mission to the Moon in over 50 years. The most crucial moments of the 10-day mission awaits them as they prepare for a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of California.
The Coachella Festival, which kicks off in the California desert Friday, features a star-studded line-up including Justin Bieber, Karol G. and Sabrina Carpenter, and has gathered thousands of fans. French DJ and producer David Guetta returns to the desert in Indio, and David Byrne, the legendary co-founder of Talking Heads, will make an appearance.
The Coachella Festival, which kicks off in the California desert Friday, features a star-studded line-up including Justin Bieber, Karol G. and Sabrina Carpenter, and has gathered thousands of fans. French DJ and producer David Guetta returns to the desert in Indio, and David Byrne, the legendary co-founder of Talking Heads, will make an appearance.
Israel said on Friday it had dismantled 4,300 Hezbollah sites since fighting with the militant group began last month, while Lebanon's health ministry reports that at least 1,888 people have been killed in the country. Talks between Lebanon and Israel are set to be held in Washington next week. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates. .
Lebanese militant group Hezbollah on Friday said it had launched missiles at Israel’s Ashdod naval base, two days after deadly Israeli air strikes on Beirut left more than 300 people dead. The strikes come as direct negotiations between Israel and Lebanon are set to be held in Washington next week. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
US Vice President JD Vance sets off Friday for Pakistan to lead mediated talks with Iran in a bid to find a resolution to the war as massive Israeli strikes on Lebanon this week tested a fragile US-Iran ceasefire. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu authorised direct negotiations with Lebanon that are expected in Washington next week. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
Iran's new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei said in his latest written message the Islamic republic did not want war with the United States and Israel, but would protect its rights as a nation, state television reported Thursday. This comes amid plans for tense discussions between Israel and Lebanon next week. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.
Israel and Lebanon are set to hold talks in Washington next week as tensions escalate over continued fighting in Lebanon and concerns grow that the fragile US-Iran ceasefire could collapse. The meeting comes amid heavy strikes, rising casualties, and renewed disputes over the scope of the truce and regional security arrangements.
Afrika Bambaataa, one of hip-hop’s founding pioneers, died on Thursday at the age of 68 from prostate cancer, according to his lawyer. Known for shaping early hip-hop culture through DJing, electro-funk and the Zulu Nation collective, his legacy is both celebrated and contested amid longstanding abuse allegations.
Afrika Bambaataa, one of hip-hop’s founding pioneers, died on Thursday at the age of 68 from prostate cancer, according to his lawyer. Known for shaping early hip-hop culture through DJing, electro-funk and the Zulu Nation collective, his legacy is both celebrated and contested amid longstanding abuse allegations.
NASA’s Artemis II is set to return to Earth on Friday, after its astronauts travelled further from Earth than any humans before. But the historic lunar flyby also inflamed conspiracy theories online about a “staged” mission, and triggered a wave of fake viral AI videos.
In tonight's edition, amid a surge of violence across Nigeria, Abuja begins mass trials of 500 suspected terrorists in 13 courtrooms under heavy security. Also, Benin votes this Sunday as Patrice Talon steps down after a decade in power. And Algerian boxing star Imane Khelif returns to the ring for her first pro fight since Olympic gold in Paris.
The war in Iran has sent fuel costs soaring, leaving consumers scrambling for savings. At the New York Auto Show, many drivers are warming to the idea of switching to electric vehicles as petrol prices climb, as our correspondent Jessica Le Masurier reports. Also, a relief rally loses momentum as the fragile Iran ceasefire enters its second day, and the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and D...
The war in Iran has sent fuel costs soaring, and consumers scrambling for savings. At the New York Auto Show, many drivers are warming up to the idea of buying an electric vehicle, because of high petrol prices, as our correspondent Jessica Le Masurier reports. Also in the show - the relief rally loses steam as the fragile Iran ceasefire enters its second day, and the OECD decries a 'historic dec...
US first lady Melania Trump gave an extraordinary statement from the White House on Thursday denying any ties to late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Trump said the "lies" linking her to Epstein were "mean-spirited attempts" defame her reputation.
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday announced a ceasefire in Ukraine over the Orthodox Easter weekend.
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday announced a ceasefire in Ukraine over the Orthodox Easter weekend.
The ceasefire between the US and Iran has sidelined Israel and left its war goals largely unmet, leading Benjamin Netanyahu’s critics to lament a “strategic failure” that has damaged Israel’s standing in Washington. With his hands tied on Iran, the Israeli PM has agreed to peace talks with Lebanon under pressure from the US, just hours after vowing to pursue his country’s deadly campaign.
A most confusing Wednesday it was. In the space of six minutes, during a single press conference, the White House spokesperson first hailed the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, then called on Iran to reopen the world’s most oil-sensitive shipping lane. Five weeks of contradictory statements have bred wider uncertainty over the true contents of the ceasefire deal – and even who is party to it. Co...
A most confusing Wednesday it was. In the space of six minutes during the same press conference, the White House spokesperson first hailed the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz then called on Iran to immediately reopen the planet’s most oil sensitive shipping lane. Five weeks of contradictory statements begeting broader confusion over the actual contents of the ceasefire deal and who's even involv...
