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US air strikes in Nigeria targeted IS group fighters trying to enter from Sahel, govt says

US-backed air strikes in Nigeria targeted Islamic State group fighters who were attempting to enter the country from the Sahel region, according to the Nigerian government. US President Donald Trump said on his social media platform that the strikes were

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Yemeni separatists accuse Saudi Arabia of air strikes in eastern provinces

Yemen's Southern Transitional Council (STC) separatists on Friday (December 26) accused Saudi Arabia of carrying out air strikes on their positions in the east of the country, a claim Riyadh has not acknowledged.

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AFCON 2025: Morocco forced to wait for knockout place after Mali draw

Morocco missed the chance to guarantee their spot in the last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations after Lassine Sinayoko's second-half penalty earned Mali a 1-1 draw with the hosts on Friday (December 26). FRANCE 24's Selina Sykes tells us more.

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Somalia denounces Israeli recognition of Somaliland

Somalia reacted angrily Friday (December 26) after Israel formally recognised the northern region of Somaliland as an "independent and sovereign state" -- the first country to do so. Somaliland, which declared independence from Somalia in 1991, has for d

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Russia attacks Kyiv ahead of Ukraine-US talks

Russia attacked Ukraine's capital with missiles and drones early Saturday morning (December 27), a day before talks between Ukraine and the US, local authorities said.

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Police arrest suspect after man stabs three women on Paris metro

French police on Friday (December 26) arrested a man suspected of stabbing three women in the Paris metro as the capital's end-of-year festivities were in full swing.

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Thailand and Cambodia sign ceasefire agreement after weeks of deadly border clashes

Pacific Asia • 9:37 AM

Thailand and Cambodia on Saturday (December 27) signed a ceasefire agreement after three weeks of fighting that killed at least 47 people and displaced more than a million. FRANCE 24 correspondent, Tommy Walker, tells us more.

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'We won't stop': How Gen Z’s anger became a global movement in 2025

Pacific Asia • 9:30 AM

From Kathmandu to Lima, Generation Z took to the streets in 2025 to denounce inequality, corruption and political exclusion. Across the Global South, young people turned scattered local protests into a shared moment of mobilisation. FRANCE 24 looks back

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AFCON 2025: Morocco forced to wait for knockout place after Mali draw

Morocco were unable to guarantee their spot in the Africa Cup of Nations on Friday after a 1-1 draw with Mali. The stalemate in the capital Rabat ended Morocco's world record-winning run of 19 matches.

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Thailand and Cambodia sign ceasefire agreement after weeks of deadly border clashes

Pacific Asia • 6:23 AM

Thailand and Cambodia on Saturday signed a ceasefire agreement after three weeks of fighting killed at least 101 people and displaced more than a million. The truce comes after three days of talks, and it applies to "all types of weapons, including attac

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Live: Zelensky says Russia does 'not want to end the war' after massive missile, drone attack

Europe • 6:22 AM

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia’s attack on Ukraine early on Saturday shows that Russia does “not want to end the war”. According to Zelensky, Russia pounded Ukraine with more than 500 drones, wounding at least 20 people and killing on

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2025 AFCON jerseys: ‘An opportunity to bring some light' on brands' work

As with every tournament- the Africa Cup of Nations is also notable for the uniforms worn by the players of the different nations - whose jerseys celebrate the diversity of cultures. For more on this, FRANCE 24’s Catherine Viette is joined by Matthieu Mo

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Former Malaysian PM Najib Razak sentenced to 15 more years in landmark corruption case

A Malaysian judge sentenced former prime minister Najib Razak to 15 more years in jail on Friday (December 26) after convicting him of abuse of power and money laundering in a sovereign wealth fund graft scandal.

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Deadly blast hits Alawite mosque in Syria's Homs

At least eight people were killed and 18 wounded in a blast that struck a mosque in an Alawite neighbourhood of Homs province in Syria on Friday (December 26), state media reported. An Islamist militant group claimed responsibility for the attack.

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Saudi Arabia demands Yemen separatists withdraw forces 'peacefully'

Saudi Arabia on Saturday said it would back Sanna's government in any military confrontation with separatist forces in a statement that came a day after reported Saudi air strikes in Yemen's Hadramawt province. Separatists backed by the United Arab Emira

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African Union and Somalia denounce Israel's recognition of Somaliland

Africa • 9:05 PM

The African Union and Somalia denounced Israel's announcement on Friday that it viewed Somaliland as an "independent and sovereign state". Israel is the first country to recognise Somaliland, which declared independence from Somalia in 1991.

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French police arrest suspect after three women stabbed on Paris metro

French police on Friday arrested a 25-year-old man suspected of stabbing three women at different stations on a central Paris metro line during the busy end-of-year period. The attacks, which left the victims injured but not in critical condition, trigge

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Nigeria signals more strikes likely in 'join' US operations

Nigeria has indicated that further strikes against jihadist groups may follow a joint operation with the United States that targeted Islamic State group militants in the country’s northwest on Thursday. The foreign minister said Nigeria provided the inte

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Mali to face host team at 2025 Africa Cup of Nations today

After starting their Africa Cup of Nations campaign with a 2–0 victory over Comoros, hosts Morocco could become the first team to reach the round of 16 if they beat Mali this Friday. It will be their first major test of the tournament, with the hosts bal

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Salah’s penalty sends Egypt into AFCON knockout stage

Mohamed Salah converted a penalty to give Egypt a 1-0 win over South Africa in Agadir on Friday, securing their place in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations knockout stage. Despite being reduced to 10 men after a red card, the Pharaohs held on as South Africa

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Denmark: An open economy, but a closed immigration system (part 2)

Europe • 6:05 PM

FRANCE 24 heads north to the kingdom of Denmark. The Scandinavian country has been in the spotlight this year, holding the rotating presidency of the European Council from July to December and pushing forward its priorities such as migration and the ener

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Denmark: An open economy, but a closed immigration system (part 1)

FRANCE 24 heads north to the kingdom of Denmark. The Scandinavian country has been in the spotlight this year, holding the rotating presidency of the European Council from July to December and pushing forward its priorities such as migration and the ener

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Looking back at Israel and Iran's ‘12-day war’: Direct conflict breaks out between arch-enemies

When Israel launched a lightening attack on Iran’s military and nuclear sites on June 13, it kickstarted a conflict dubbed the “12-day war” by US President Donald Trump. Although the whirlwind clash lasted less than two weeks, it caused unprecedented des

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New York plans patriotic NYE ball drop to mark USA's 250th birthday

New York’s Times Square will sparkle in red, white and blue on New Year's Eve as a patriotic ball drop rings in 2026, marking the start of celebrations for the United States’ 250th anniversary. Organisers have planned hundreds of events nationwide, inclu

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Donald Trump to meet Zelensky on Sunday

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Friday that he would meet US President Donald Trump in Florida over the weekend to discuss territory and security guarantees, a day after meeting White House negotiators to discuss ways to end the war in Ukrain

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2025 Afcon: Record winners Egypt face South Africa

Africa • 4:05 PM

It’s a blockbuster clash at the Africa Cup of Nations this Friday, with football heavyweights Egypt facing South Africa. Both sides come into the match with confidence after opening 2–1 wins—Egypt edging past Zimbabwe and South Africa defeating Angola. F

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South Korea to end overseas adoptions amid UN concern over human rights abuses

Pacific Asia • 4:03 PM

South Korea on Friday announced plans to end foreign adoptions over a five-year period, aiming for zero by 2029, as UN investigators raise “serious concern” over decades of abuses. Many adoptees were sent abroad with falsified records or suffered mistrea

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Southern Yemeni separatists accuse Saudi Arabia of air strikes in eastern provinces

Yemen's Southern Transitional Council (STC) separatists on Friday accused Saudi Arabia of carrying out air strikes on their positions in the east of the country, a claim Riyadh has not acknowledged. While vowing they will not be deterred, the STC said it

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US cooperation with Nigerian government targets Islamic State group

Africa • 2:02 PM

President Donald Trump said Thursday that the US had launched "precision hits on terrorist targets in Nigeria by air strikes". The claim came in a Christmas night social media post that offered few details, though US Africa Command later confirmed the st

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Ozempic for type 2 dibates: Weight loss observed in many patients but not approved for all

For anyone who overindulged during the holidays, the hype around weight-loss drugs like Ozempic can be tempting. Originally developed to treat diabetes, the medication suppresses appetite—and in the U.S., where oversized portions and fast food reign, its

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Ozempic craze: Approved for diabetes, growing use in obesity

For anyone who overindulged during the holidays, the hype around weight-loss drugs like Ozempic can be tempting. Originally developed to treat diabetes, the medication suppresses appetite, and in the U.S., where oversized portions and fast food reign, it

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Two killed in northern Israel by Palestinian stabbing, car ramming attack

At least two people died in a stabbing and car ramming attack in northern Israel on Friday, Israeli police said. Both victims died from their injuries and the alleged attacker, a resident of the occupied West Bank, was injured and hospitalised. Israeli D

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Ex-child soldiers rehabilitated in the Democratic Republic of Congo

Fierce fighting rages in the east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, targeting civilianpopulations. We bring you these testimonies from former child soldiers who have been freed from the armed group that held them captive. As child soldiers, they h

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Islamist militant group claims deadly bombing of Alawite mosque in Syria's Homs

At least eight people were killed and 18 wounded in a blast that struck a mosque in an Alawite neighbourhood of Homs province in Syria on Friday, state media reported. Islamist militant group Saraya Ansar al-Sunna claimed responsibility for the attack. F

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Bangladesh's PM front-runner Tarique Rahman returns after 17 years

Pacific Asia • 10:33 AM

Hundreds of thousands of BNP supporters gathered in Dhaka to welcome the party's acting chief Tarique Rahman, who returned to Bangladesh after 17 years in exile. In his first remarks after returning, Rahman called for communal harmony and promised to unv

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Honduras joins the list of Latin American countries electing righ-wing leaders

Honduras has just joined the growing list of Latin American countries electing new right-wing leaders, reflecting a broader regional shift away from traditional leftist ideologies. While this trend may seem sudden, it has actually been developing over so

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Trump announces strikes in Nigeria against Islamic State group targets

Africa • 10:30 AM

The US carried out a strike against Islamic State group militants in northwest Nigeria at the request of Nigeria's government, US President Donald Trump and the US military said on Thursday, claiming the group had been targeting Christians in the region.

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Flash floods hit Southern California, State of emergency declared

Deadly storms raged through Christmas in Southern California, where they are expected to persist Friday. Many have had to evacuate their homes as firefighters rescue residents trapped from the severe conditions, which have blocked roads and cut power acr

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Former Malaysia PM Najib sentenced to 15 more years in landmark 1MDB corruption case

Pacific Asia • 10:16 AM

Former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak, already serving a prison term for an earlier conviction linked to the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) sovereign wealth fund, on Friday was sentenced to a further 15 years in prison and ordered to pay 13.5

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Russia has made a 'proposal' regarding jailed French researcher Laurent Vinatier

Moscow has made a "proposal" to France concerning the case of researcher Laurent Vinatier, who has been imprisoned in Russia since June 2024, the Kremlin said Thursday. Vinatier was sentenced by a Russian court to three years in prison for allegedly fail

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Fourth Christmas at war for Ukraine

Ukrainians have been celebrating their fourth christmas at war, with the holiday coming to bear the hallmarks of restored traditions, long forgotten fordecades after they were repressed during the soviet era. However, while many are trying to take a cert

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Zelensky holds talks with US negotiators, as fighting continues on the Ukrainian ground

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signaled possible progress toward a peace agreement with Russia after what he described as a “really good conversation” with the US special envoy on Christmas Day, adding that he plans to meet Donald Trump soon

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Surviving the Christmas table without guilt: a dietitian's guide

Culture • 10:00 AM

As the holiday season encourages indulgence, many people tend to eat and drink more than usual amid Christmas parties and festive meals, surrounded by rich dishes, desserts, cookies, and chocolate that are hard to resist. Paris-based registered nutrition

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More than a million new Epstein documents found, review underway

The US Department of Justice announced on Wednesday that it had discovered more than a million additional documents potentially linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, which are now under review for possible release, prompting renewed criticism

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Nasry Asfura declared winner of Honduras

Nasry Asfura has been declared the winner of Honduras’ closely contested presidential election, securing victory with the backing of US President Donald Trump, who praised him as a “friend of freedom” and said they would work together to fight what he ca

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California: Wettest Christmas in years as more heavy rains expected

Heavy rains in California have triggered floods and mudslides that killed three people, according to local officials, forcing evacuations and the closure of major roads after up to 27 centimeters of rain fell in parts of Los Angeles County. The storms al

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US launches air strikes against Islamic State militants in Nigeria

Africa • 9:45 AM

President Donald Trump said Thursday that the US had launched "precision hits on terrorist targets in Nigeria by air strikes". The claim came in a Christmas night social media post that offered few details, though US Africa Command later confirmed the st

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The Bright Side: Wild cat feared extinct for 30 years rediscovered in Thailand

Pacific Asia • 9:07 AM

An elusive wild cat long feared extinct in Thailand has been rediscovered three decades after its last recorded sighting, conservation authorities said. Camera traps in southern Thailand’s Princess Sirindhorn Wildlife Sanctuary captured 29 detections, in

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South Korean prosecutors seek 10 years in prison for ousted president Yoon

Pacific Asia • 8:46 AM

South Korean prosecutors on Friday sought a ten-year prison sentence for former President Yoon Suk Yeol, accusing him of obstruction of justice after his attempt to impose martial law last winter. The suspension of civil rule led to massive protests and

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Zelensky to meet with Trump in Florida Sunday

Europe • 6:18 AM

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to meet US President Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday to discuss a 20-point peace plan aimed at ending Russia’s invasion. The proposals – which Moscow has yet to respond to – include possible territorial adj

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US launches air strikes against Islamic State group militants in Nigeria

President Donald Trump said Thursday that the US had launched "precision hits on terrorist targets in Nigeria by air strikes". The claim came in a Christmas night social media post that offered few details, though US Africa Command later confirmed the st

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