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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.
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.
Controversy is overshadowing the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics, which kick off Friday with an opening ceremony boycotted by several countries protesting the decision to allow Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their national flags for the first time since 2014.
Controversy is shrouding the Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics which is set to kick off Friday with an opening ceremony boycotted by several countries over a decision allowing Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under their national flags for the first time since 2014.
The Milan-Cortina Winter Paralympics start on Friday with an opening ceremony clouded by a boycott by several countries in protest at Russian athletes competing under their national flag for the first time since 2014.
Venezuela said Thursday it was committed to a “new stage” in relations with the United States "based on mutual respect" after both countries agreed to restore diplomatic ties. Acting President Delcy Rodriguez’s government said it was ready to pursue constructive dialogue grounded in sovereign equality and cooperation between the two nations.
Venezuela said Thursday it was committed to a “new stage” in relations with the United States "based on mutual respect" after both countries agreed to restore diplomatic ties. Acting President Delcy Rodriguez’s government said it was ready to pursue constructive dialogue grounded in sovereign equality and cooperation between the two nations.
Venezuela said on Thursday it was committed to a “new stage” in relations with the United States based on mutual respect, after both countries agreed to restore diplomatic ties. Acting President Delcy Rodriguez’s government said it was ready to pursue constructive dialogue grounded in sovereign equality and cooperation between the two nations.
The United States and Mexico said Thursday that their negotiators will hold bilateral talks this month ahead of a joint review of the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement as tariff pressure from US President Donald Trump adds urgency to discussions. The first meeting is set for the week of March 16, with further sessions planned before the pact’s July review.
The United States and Mexico said on Thursday their negotiators will hold bilateral talks this month ahead of a joint review of the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement, as tariff pressure from US President Donald Trump adds urgency to discussions. The first meeting is set for the week of March 16, with further sessions planned before the pact’s July review.
Morocco parted ways with coach Walid Regragui on Thursday, just three months before the World Cup, and appointed Mohamed Ouahbi as his successor, the national football federation said. Regragui departs despite leading Morocco to the 2022 World Cup semi-finals. Ouahbi, 49, previously guided the country to the Under-20 World Cup title in October.
Morocco parted ways with coach Walid Regragui on Thursday, three months before the World Cup, appointing Mohamed Ouahbi as his successor, the national federation said. Regragui departs despite leading Morocco to the 2022 World Cup semi-finals. Ouahbi, 49, previously guided the country to the Under-20 World Cup title in October.
Morocco parted ways with coach Walid Regragui on Thursday, three months before the World Cup, appointing Mohamed Ouahbi as his successor, the national federation said. Regragui departs despite leading Morocco to the 2022 World Cup semi-finals. Ouahbi, 49, previously guided the country to the Under-20 World Cup title in October.
The US House of Representatives narrowly rejected a war powers resolution on Thursday seeking to halt President Donald Trump’s military strikes on Iran, in a 219–212 vote. The measure followed a similar Senate defeat a day earlier, highlighting divisions in Congress over Trump’s decision to bypass lawmakers and escalate the conflict.
Trump touted the U.S. military actions in Iran on Thursday, saying they were destroying Tehran's missile and drone capability and that "their navy is gone - 24 ships in three days," as he called on Iranian diplomats to request asylum and help shape a better country. "We also urge Iranian diplomats around the world to request asylum and to help us shape a new and better Iran," he said. FRANCE ...
Seafarers have the right to refuse to sail on ships passing through the Middle East Gulf, including the Strait of Hormuz, after the threat level for the region was raised to its highest level, the leading labour union and shipping industry groups said on Thursday. FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney speaks with Michael Tamvakis, Professor of Commodity Economics and Finance at the Bayes Business School,...
US President Donald Trump on Thursday said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was the main obstacle to reaching a deal with Russia, describing Russian President Vladimir Putin as cooperative. Trump said Zelensky “has to get on the ball” and make compromises to secure an agreement.
US President Donald Trump on Thursday said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was the main obstacle to reaching a deal with Russia, describing President Vladimir Putin as cooperative. Trump said Zelensky “has to get on the ball” and make compromises to secure an agreement.
Israel launched a series of strikes on the southern suburbs of Beirut Thursday after ordering all residents of the densely populated area to evacuate. Traffic was gridlocked in Lebanon 's capital on Thursday as panicked residents tried to flee after Israel's military issued an evacuation notice telling residents to “save your lives and evacuate your homes immediately,” and specified which routes t...
Seafarers have the right to refuse to sail on ships passing through the Middle East Gulf, including the Strait of Hormuz, after the threat level for the region was raised to its highest level, the leading labour union and shipping industry groups said on Thursday. FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney speaks with Michael Tamvakis, Professor of Commodity Economics and Finance at the Bayes Business School,...
The claim spread like wildfire on social media earlier this week after the US and Israel began striking Iran: Iranian footballer Mehdi Taremi was considering leaving Olympiakos, where he currently plays, to go back to his homeland to fight for the Iranian regime. The unfounded rumour was then picked up by reputable sports press, particularly in Italy, where Taremi used to play for Inter Milan.
An Israeli strike targeted the southern suburbs of Beirut late Thursday, according to Lebanese state media, following an Israeli evacuation warning. Israel's military chief said Thursday he had ordered troops to expand the area under Israeli control in southern Lebanon, as the country's ongoing operation against Hezbollah intensified. FRANCE 24's Noga Tarnopolsky reports from Jerusalem.
In tonight's edition, at least 200 people have been killed in a coltan mine collapse in the East of the DRC. Also, unhappy with the appointment of a woman as the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Nigerian Conservative Anglican bishop group announces the creation of its own body to lead the Anglican faith. And at just 12 days until kickoff, the Confederation of African Football postpones the Women's A...
The United States asked Ukraine for help to fend off Iranian drone attacks in the Middle East, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday, adding that he had ordered expert support to be given. FRANCE 24's Mark Owen speaks with Peter Zalmayev, Director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative.
Top US officials, including the Defense Secretary, have said that sending US troops into Iran could not be ruled out. FRANCE 24's Mark Owen speaks with Daniel Schneiderman, Director of Global Policy Programs at Penn Washington. He says that US President Donald Trump is unlikely to ever commit ground forces to Iran because "there's a degree of ability to deny that the US is involved in a long-stand...
