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Trump vows to hit back 'hard' after first exchange of fire with Iran in weeks
Donald Trump threatened to hit Iran "hard" after the two foes traded fire for the first time in over a month, while Iran's president warned that more fighting w…
Hundreds feared stuck in hydropower tunnels as flood deaths surpass 950 in Nepal and China
Rescuers raced Monday to free hundreds of workers believed to be trapped in tunnels at hydropower sites that were buried in mud by catastrophic flooding on the …
Raising the Altalena: Netanyahu digs up sunken 1948 arms ship in ‘pre-election stunt’
A ship carrying arms for a right-wing militia, the Altalena was sunk 78 years ago off the coast of Tel Aviv at the orders of Israel’s founders. The discovery of…
France targets Shein and Temu with new fast fashion levy
Starting this week, France will charge a penalty on cheaply made clothing sold by ultra-fast fashion retailers, with the fee reaching nearly €20 per item by 203…
Nepal floods 'unprecedented', requires new 'engineering approaches, risk-sensitive urban planning'
Genie Godula is pleased to welcome Dr. Basanta Raj Adhikari, Director of the Center for Disaster Studies at Tribhuvan University’s Institute of Engineering. He …
Latest flare-up between US and Iran bring conflict's lull to an end
Iran's foreign minister has accused Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu of tricking the United States into war with the Islamic Republic. Over six months into the confl…
Canberra's zoo treats its residents to personnalised musical therapy
A music therapist in Australia has been playing for animals at Canberra's zoo for the last five years. It's a relaxing experience for animals and staff alike an…
As Icelanders say no to resuming EU talks, what issues weighed in the election?
Iceland's voters rejected restarting negotiations to join the European Union in a referendum that pitted concerns about geopolitical stability against keeping n…
Spain blames Israel, Russia for spreading disinformation during Ceuta crisis
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said there were signs Russia and Israel had spread the disinformation over Spain's migration policy that triggered last mon…
Nepal deadly floods: FRANCE 24 report – on the ground with survivors
In Nepal, after the deadly flood, another ordeal begins for the survivors: finding shelter, food, and simply the means to survive. While rescue workers continue…
In Northern Cyprus, families wait for news of passengers from sunk ferry
Seven people have died after a passenger boat capsized in Northern Cyprus. 267 people were on board and 23 are still missing. The boat capsized just a few miles…
With no clear contender, "everyone thinks they have a shot"' at succeeding to Macron
There are eight months left until the next french Presidential election, politicians are ramping up their campaigning, with interviews, meetings and public stat…
France's politicians look to close gap with far right ahead of key election
With eight months until the next french Presidential election, politicians are ramping up their campaigning, with interviews, meetings and public statements. Bu…
France gears up for an election year defined by a fragmented left
It's back-to-school week for France, and its politicians are no exception. With a year set to be dominated by a crucial presidential election, both the left and…
Backstage at Rock en Seine 2026 with up-and-coming British singer Sekou
In this edition of our Arts24 music show, Jennifer Ben Brahim takes us backstage at this year's Rock en Seine music festival. More than 180,000 music lovers des…
France and Sweden look to boost European sovereignty through stronger defence ties
French President Emmanuel Macron is visiting Sweden on August 31. The aim of the trip is to strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries. Boos…
Nepal grapples with destruction and loss in wake of deadly floods
Authorities in Nepal have warned of possible fresh flooding after water levels rose in the Bhotekoshi River. The floods took place after a glacier collapse. The…