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Yemen's government declares counter-offensive as Houthis cut supply route to besieged city
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Yemen's government declares counter-offensive as Houthis cut supply route to besieged city

The ​leader of ​Yemen's Saudi-backed government announced the beginning of a ​major ‌military ⁠operation against the Iran-backed Houthis ‌on Sunday aimed at ⁠recapturing territory under their control. The announcement came as Houthi forces cut off a vital supply route to the besieged government-held city of Taiz, according to several security sources.

Yemen's leader announces counter-offensive as Houthis cut off supply route to besieged city
France 24 •

Yemen's leader announces counter-offensive as Houthis cut off supply route to besieged city

The ​leader of ​Yemen's Saudi-backed government announced the beginning of a ​major ‌military ⁠operation against the Iran-backed Houthis ‌on Sunday aimed at ⁠recapturing territory under their control. The announcement came as Houthi forces cut off a vital supply route to the besieged government-held city of Taiz, according to several security sources.

Hundreds of schools to shut Monday as France braces for more student protests
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Hundreds of schools to shut Monday as France braces for more student protests

France's education minister said lessons would be "totally or partly suspended" at up to 500 high schools on Monday after days of sometimes violent protests against teacher shortages, dilapidated school buildings and overcrowding in classrooms. The minister said 24 schools had been "burned or ransacked" since the start of the protest movement.

Up to 500 French schools to be totally or partly closed Monday amid student protests
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Up to 500 French schools to be totally or partly closed Monday amid student protests

Lessons will be "totally or partly suspended" at up to 500 high schools across France on Monday, the country's education minister has said, after days of sometimes violent protests against teacher shortages, dilapidated school buildings and overcrowding in classrooms. The minister said 24 schools had been "burned or ransacked" since the start of protests.

Rwandan genocide suspect 'hunter' Dafroza Gauthier dies at 72

Rwandan genocide suspect 'hunter' Dafroza Gauthier dies at 72

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For nearly 30 years, Dafroza Gauthier, along with her husband Alain, tracked down Rwandan refugees in France suspected of having participated in the Tutsi genocide. She died in Reims on Saturday after dedicating her life to bringing to justice those allegedly responsible for the 1994 massacre of more than 800,000 people. 

'Rwandan genocide hunter' Dafroza Gauthier dies at 72

'Rwandan genocide hunter' Dafroza Gauthier dies at 72

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For nearly 30 years, Dafroza Gauthier, along with her husband Alain, tracked down Rwandan refugees in France suspected of having participated in the Tutsi genocide. She died in Reims on Saturday after dedicating her life to bringing to justice those allegedly responsible for the 1994 massacre of more than 800,000 people.

Lula and Bolsonaro face off in Brazil presidential race

Lula and Bolsonaro face off in Brazil presidential race

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Twelve candidates are on the ballot, but the presidential race is centred on two rivals: President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Flavio Bolsonaro. Lula is seeking a fourth and final term, warning that Brazil’s sovereignty is at stake amid pressure from Donald Trump. Bolsonaro, meanwhile, has highlighted his ties to the White House, saying Brazil needs better deals with the US, including over its r...

Cornell president breaks silence over alleged campus rape

Cornell president breaks silence over alleged campus rape

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Cornell University remains at the centre of controversy over an alleged gang rape at a fraternity on campus, with the university president now breaking his silence. In an eight-minute video statement released Saturday night, Michael Kotlikoff called the allegations, made by a woman known as Jane Doe, deeply disturbing and said the university must do better. Shirli Sitbon has this report.

Polls close in Brazil's high-stakes election pitting Lula against Flavio Bolsonaro

Polls close in Brazil's high-stakes election pitting Lula against Flavio Bolsonaro

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Brazilians voted Sunday in a high-stakes presidential election pitting incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva against far-right challenger Flavio Bolsonaro, following a campaign dominated by corruption scandals, economic anxiety and accusations of US meddling. The knife-edge election comes at a moment when the region is shifting to the right in line with the Trump administration.

Brazil heads to the polls for high-stakes election between Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro

Brazil heads to the polls for high-stakes election between Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro

France 24 •

Brazilians began casting their votes on Sunday in a closely watch presidential election pitting incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva against right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, son of former president Jair Bolsonaro. Nearly 160 million voters will also pick lawmakers, senators and governors in an election that will determine whether Latin America's biggest nation follows a regional swing...

Brazilians begin voting in tight election between Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro

Brazilians begin voting in tight election between Lula and Flavio Bolsonaro

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Brazilians began casting their votes on Sunday in a hotly contested presidential election pitting incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva against right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro, son of former president Jair Bolsonaro. Almost 160 million voters will also pick lawmakers, senators and governors in an election that will determine whether Latin America's biggest nation follows a regional swi...

Israel prepares to mark October 7

Israel prepares to mark October 7

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An Israeli strike on a civilian vehicle in Gaza on Sunday killed one Palestinian and wounded at least 11 others. Israel’s military said it was targeting a Hamas militant. Palestinians have reported a surge in Israeli fire and airstrikes across Gaza over the past month, with more than 75,000 people killed and much of the enclave destroyed. Meanwhile, Israelis held their weekly protest in Tel Aviv’s...

Ethiopian federal forces control Tigray capital as regional rivals meet in Egypt

Ethiopian federal forces control Tigray capital as regional rivals meet in Egypt

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Troops loyal to Ethiopia's federal government were patrolling the streets of Mekelle on Sunday, a day after the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) withdrew its forces from the northern city. The government advance came as Ethiopia's regional rivals including Eritrea and Sudan met in the Egyptian coastal city of El-Alamein, calling for regional disputes to be settled through "peaceful means".

Russian strike hits Kyiv amid Chancellor Merz visit

Russian strike hits Kyiv amid Chancellor Merz visit

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Moscow has once again bombed one of Kyiv’s bridges, despite the presence of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in the Ukrainian capital. The visit was unplanned, but Merz says it was intended to show Germany’s support for Ukraine. France 24 correspondent Gulliver Cragg, reporting from Kyiv, says traffic has resumed on the bridge, though slowly. Video shows a large hole in the roadway. Experts say th...

Brazil: A portrait of Flavio Bolsonaro

Brazil: A portrait of Flavio Bolsonaro

France 24 •

Brazilians are voting for governors and lawmakers, but the biggest stakes are in the presidential race. Twelve candidates are on the ballot, but the contest is seen as a toss-up between President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Flavio Bolsonaro. Lula is seeking a fourth and final term, warning that Brazil’s sovereignty is at stake amid pressure from Donald Trump. Bolsonaro, meanwhile, has highlighte...

Who are the mystery pilots who successfully landed endangered Flydubai flight 1073?

Who are the mystery pilots who successfully landed endangered Flydubai flight 1073?

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A passenger on Flydubai flight 1073 has described the actions of on-duty crew members who rushed into the cockpit to stabilise and land the plane after the co-pilot attacked the captain with a crash axe. The flight carrying 182 people en route to Israel was able to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after a descent so extreme that part of its rudder was torn away. 

Le Pen stands by top ally Bardella as anti-Semitism claims hit star of French far right

Le Pen stands by top ally Bardella as anti-Semitism claims hit star of French far right

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French far-right presidential candidate Marine Le Pen has reiterated her "complete confidence" in National Rally (RN) leader Jordan Bardella, accused by investigative news outlet Mediapart of making anti-Semitic comments in 2013. But some analysts say the frontrunner in the Élysée Palace race may seek to distance herself from her protégé should the controversy end up damaging her campaign.

Tsar Samuel laid to rest in Sofia

Tsar Samuel laid to rest in Sofia

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In Bulgaria, the remains of medieval ruler Tsar Samuel have been laid to rest in the capital Sofia, after being flown back from the border with Greece by Bulgarian fighter jets. Their return follows decades of negotiations with Athens, in exchange for the return of religious artefacts. Nicholas Rushworth has more.

Ireland–Israel nations League clash overshadowed by political tensions

Ireland–Israel nations League clash overshadowed by political tensions

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Ireland and Israel are set to face off in the second leg of their Nations League matchup, with political tensions overshadowing the football. During last week’s first game in Bulgaria, Irish players wore black armbands in support of Gaza and pointedly lowered their heads during the Israeli national anthem. Ahead of Sunday’s match in Serbia, the Irish team cut a press conference short after facing ...

Brazil polls open in a few hours

Brazil polls open in a few hours

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Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and his main challenger Flavio Bolsonaro wrapped up their campaigns on Saturday in the powerhouse state of Sao Paulo, where a fifth of the nation's vote is based, seeking to rally supporters and convince the undecided on the eve of Sunday's nail-biter election. Mareeke Reethof, lecturer in Latin American Politics at the University of Liverpool, shares f...

Flock's AI tracking sparks privacy fears and violence

Flock's AI tracking sparks privacy fears and violence

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In the US, Flock Security cameras form an AI-powered surveillance network that records licence plates and other vehicle information. Their controversial use has become a political issue ahead of the midterm elections, and the cameras are increasingly being targeted by vandals. Caitlin Brown explains.

Yemen’s Houthis claim attacks on Aramco facilities in Riyadh

Yemen’s Houthis claim attacks on Aramco facilities in Riyadh

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Yemen’s Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for attacks in Riyadh, including on facilities belonging to Aramco, the world’s largest oil company. This follows reports from residents of flames and smoke rising from an oil facility on the outskirts of the Saudi capital. Meanwhile, the Houthis have accused Saudi Arabia of launching dozens of strikes on Sanaa, warning that they will continue to r...

Germany's Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian cities

Germany's Merz visits Kyiv as Russia steps up attacks on Ukrainian cities

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Ukraine's capital Kyiv on Sunday on an unannounced visit in a show of support for the country in its war with Russia. Merz's visit comes just a day after Russia warned foreigners and diplomats to leave the Ukrainian capital, saying that "massive" new airstrikes would hit the city. FRANCE 24's correspondent in Kyiv Gulliver Cragg has more.

Live: US wants to hold trilateral Ukraine talks with Russia by end of October, Zelensky says

Live: US wants to hold trilateral Ukraine talks with Russia by end of October, Zelensky says

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday that the US wants to broker a new round of talks with Ukraine and Russia on ending the war and hold it by the end of October. Earlier, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said the city's Northern Bridge over the Dnipro River was again hit in a Russian attack during a visit by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Follow our liveblog for all the latest develop...

Live:  US wants to hold trilateral Ukraine talks with Russia by end of October, Zelensky says

Live: US wants to hold trilateral Ukraine talks with Russia by end of October, Zelensky says

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday that the US wants to broker a new round of talks with Ukraine and Russia on ending the war and hold it by the end of October. Earlier, Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said the city's Northern Bridge over the Dnipro River was again hit in a Russian attack during a visit by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Follow our liveblog for all the latest develop...

Live: New Russian strikes hit Kyiv bridge as Germany's Merz visits

Live: New Russian strikes hit Kyiv bridge as Germany's Merz visits

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Kyiv’s North bridge was hit in a new Russian attack on Sunday, Mayor Vitali Klitschko said, soon after German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in Ukraine's capital. Merz is on a surprise visit to demonstrate European support in the face of an upsurge in Russian attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments.