Since toppling president Bashar al-Assad, Syria's Islamist-led rulers are to set up an inclusive committee to set up a "national dialogue conference". FRANCE 24's Genie Godula welcomes Dr. Aaron Y. Zelin at the Washington Institute for Near East Policy, where he directs the Islamic State Worldwide Activity Map project. Dr. Zelin is also an author, a Visiting Research Scholar in the Department of Politics at Brandeis University and founder of the widely acclaimed website Jihadology.
One month after the surprisingly rapid fall of President Bashar al-Assad's government, Syrians are balancing feelings of hope and trepidation for the future. National reconciliation remains uncertain, as does the governing ability of the rebel leaders who took control of the war torn nation. Charli James looks at the many challenges ahead...
The 79-year-old made his first notable appearance since undergoing emergency head surgery last month, donning a fedora for the ceremony held on the anniversary of the mob attack by backers of right-wing former president Jair Bolsonaro. "Two years after the attempt to weaken democracy, leaving a trail of destruction and trying to suffocate hope with hatred, we continue our uncompromising defense of democracy and our country," Lula wrote ahead of the ceremony on X. "Today we hand over to the Brazilian... Читать дальше...
Elon Musk’s invective against major European leaders and his support for right-wing, eurosceptic parties peaked this week, sparking warnings about the US tech billionaire’s intervention in the continent’s democratic institutions. Now EU policy experts are mulling legal measures to rein him in.
The Hammers are 14th in the Premier League table, seven points above the relegation zone, after just six wins in 20 league matches during the Spaniard's tenure. A 4-1 hammering at champions Manchester City on Saturday was the final straw for club chiefs. Lopetegui, 58, took training as usual on Tuesday and reported for work on Wednesday to be officially told his spell in charge was over. "West Ham United can confirm that head coach Julen Lopetegui has today (Wednesday) left the club," the Hammers said in a statement. Читать дальше...
Five people were killed and several wounded in an air strike on the house of the Barghout family in the Zeitun neighbourhood of Gaza City, the agency said. Three people were killed in another strike targeting the house of the Al-Banna family in the central city of Deir el-Balah. A strike in Gaza City killed five people, while a a strike on the house of the Weshah family in Al-Bureij refugee camp killed a child, it added. An AFP journalist later observed people searching through the rubble of the house to salvage what they could. Читать дальше...
Ahmad Asaad, governor of the northern West Bank city of Tubas, told AFP that the strike hit nearby Tammun village, killing a 23-year-old man and two children, aged eight and 10, all from the same family. The Palestinian foreign ministry in Ramallah condemned the deadly strike, accusing Israel of harming civilians "under the pretext" of fighting militants. The Israeli military said the air force "struck a terrorist cell" in the Tammun area. The Tubas governor said Israeli forces, which have operated in Tammun in recent days... Читать дальше...
Blinken arrives to meet French counterpart Barrot in Paris on final overseas tour. FRANCE 24's journalist, Angela Diffley tells us more about this visit.
Film critic Emma Jones tells us why Nicole Kidman's latest role – as an executive who embarks on an affair with her intern – is perhaps more shocking for a Hollywood audience than a European one. Her performance in "Babygirl" won Kidman the best actress prize at the Venice Film Festival; we discuss some of the film’s taboos and standout moments. We also go through some of the big winners at this year's Golden Globes, including French auteur Jacques Audiard for "Emilia Perez" and Demi Moore for "The Substance". Читать дальше...
France's winter sales kick off this Wednesday, but is excitement for these bargain periods a thing of the past? In this edition of Entre Nous, we discuss why small shop owners are concerned about the timing and duration of "les soldes". Some say they need to change. We also break down the very specific rules for these four weeks of bargains and how the clothing industry is particularly feeling the pinch.
The Turkey international, who joined the south-coast side permanently from Getafe in July, has made 17 appearances this season, scoring two goals. It comes a day after Bournemouth confirmed fellow striker Evanilson had undergone surgery to repair a fractured metatarsal sustained during Saturday's 1-0 win over Everton. "We are devastated to confirm that Enes Unal has suffered a tear to his right anterior cruciate ligament during a training session this week," Bournemouth said in a statement. "The Turkish striker... Читать дальше...
Eddie Howe's men took a major step towards the Wembley final in March with a 2-0 semi-final first-leg victory at the Emirates on Tuesday, with goals from Alexander Isak and Anthony Gordon. Arsenal registered 23 shots in all, but only three on target, with both Gabriel Martinelli and Kai Havertz missing golden chances. The ball used in the competition is made by Puma, while the one used in the Premier League is manufactured by Nike. "We kicked a lot of balls over the bar," said Arteta. "It's tricky. Читать дальше...
The rate of sea ice loss during the warmer spring months of November and December slowed to well below average, the US National Snow and Ice Data Center (NSIDC) said in a statement on Tuesday. This followed a "prolonged period of record to near-record daily lows" in 2023 and 2024 -- the hottest years in the history books for global temperature rises driven by climate change. By the end of 2024, Antarctic sea ice extent had recovered to 7.3 million square kilometres (2.8 million square miles) -- very close to the 1981 to 2010 average... Читать дальше...
At least 126 people have been killed after a 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Tibet and parts of Nepal, Bhutan and India too. The homeless are enduring a cold night with temperatures in Tingri, one of the worst affected areas, projected to drop to minus 16 degrees Celsius. Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for an all out search and rescue operation but some blame his government for the deadly earthquake. Yinka Oyetade has more...
French President Emmanuel Macron paid tribute on Tuesday to Clarissa Jean-Philippe, a young police officer who was killed in a terrorist attack 10 years ago, in a ceremony held in Montrouge. Jean-Philippe was killed by the same terrorists who held hostages at suburban supermarket Hypercacher, and came after the deadly attack on the offices of French satirical weekly Charlie Hebdo.
The Netherlands is the world's leader in fresh flower production. Over the past decade, the sector has grown by a fifth. But NGOs have been warning about the high levels of pesticides in Dutch flowers. One study even showed that a third of the substances analysed were banned in the European Union, some of them more than 20 years ago. In France, a florist who worked with flowers from the Netherlands recently obtained recognition of her daughter's death from cancer from the Pesticide Victims Compensation Fund... Читать дальше...
President-elect Donald Trump said he would not rule out the use of military force to seize control of the Panama Canal and Greenland, as he declared U.S. control of both to be vital to American national security. FRANCE 24's journalist, Delano D'souza tells us more.
According to its chief editor Hinda Abdi Mohamoud, Bilan Media gives Somali women "a space to work" and "real editorial power". Somalia's first female-only media outlet covers topics including climate change, people living with albinism and HIV/AIDS, while also encouranging period education for young girls. However, it's not an easy industry for Somali women to work in. "You can get trapped [...] you can be attacked," our guest explains. But this seems to make her even more determined: "It's the... Читать дальше...
Falling temperatures and heavy rains have ravaged shelters in Gaza, leaving thousands without basic necessities or shelter, said the Red Cross on Wednesday. Citing the deaths of eight newborn babies due to exposure, the Red Cross once again called for unimpeded aid access to the besieged Palestinian enclave.
The president of Sao Tome and Principe has dismissed the prime minister and his goverment accusing them of ineptitude and institutional disloyalty. The shock decision by president Carlos vila Nova pulled no punches in calling out alleged leadership letdown from Premier Patrice Trovoada; the ruling ADI party was left with 72 hours to find another PM.
Niger's struggling to reign in attacks from terror groups who have ramped up attacks in the wake of instability that followed the 2023 coup. Last week dozens of people were killed in a string of attacks in the Tillaberi region in the west of the country. Our team tells us more.
Ghana's new president promised to reset the nation. It's not John Mahama's first turn in the hot seat ; he ran the country for four years prior to his predecessor, nana akuffo addo's two terms in office. Mahama's landslide comeback in December was carried by voters hopes for change after a tough economic chapter for the country. FRANCE 24's correspondent Justice Baidoo has more.
Senior French officials on Wednesday slammed the “shameful” street celebrations that erupted in several cities following the death of far-right politician Jean-Marie Le Pen.
A plane carrying journalist Cecilia Sala has left Tehran and will soon arrive back in Italy, Italian authorities announced on Wednesday. Sala had been held in the Iranian capital's notorious Evin prison since she was arrested on December 19.
Tech companies showing off their latest innovations at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, one of the world's biggest industry events, are gearing up for a new era of protectionism under a second Trump presidency. With more than a third of the world's consumer electronics made in China, industry groups expect prices to significantly rise for consumers in the US. Also in this edition: US regulators probe Tesla's vehicle-summoning feature after several reports of crashes.
