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UN Security Council calls Israel to reverse decision to occupy Gaza

A UN official on Sunday warned the Security Council that Israel's plans to control Gaza City risked "another calamity" with far-reaching consequences as Benjamin Netanyahu insisted his goal was not to occupy the territory. Analysis by Pamela Falk, FRANCE

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Zelensky says he will not allow Ukraine to be excluded from Putin-Trump negociations

Europe • 3:33 PM

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky says any peace talks must include Kyiv. His comments come ahead of US President Donald Trump's high-stakes talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin next Friday in Alaska. Meanwhile European allies are worried abo

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Netanyahu defends new Gaza military push amid growing opposition

Speaking to international media in Jerusalem on Sunday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended the planned military operation to take over Gaza City, saying that Israel “has no choice but to finish the job and fully defeat Hamas”. His stateme

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Israel's Netanyahu speaks to international press - our analysis

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with the international press first the first time since his security cabinet's decision on Friday to expand the war in Gaza and take control of Gaza City. He said Israel “has no choice but to finish the job a

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REPLAY - Netanyahu defends his planned military offensive in Gaza before world press

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a press conference with international media in Jerusalem on Sunday. He defended his security cabinet's decision on Friday to expand the war in Gaza and said that Israel “has no choice but to finish the job a

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Gaza: families struggle to procure food as the humanitarian disaster worsens

As pressure on Israel to scrap the plan continues to grow, so does the dire humanitarian situation on the ground. Another five people in the enclave - including two children - have died from malnutrition according to the Gaza Health Ministry. With condit

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The Bright Side: Humble bugs are popular pets in nature-loving Japan

Bugs are fast becoming the pet of choice in Japan where they compete for the attentions of pet lovers who might once have settled for more conventional choices such as playful puppies, cute kittens or hamsters endlessly spinning on a wheel. Fueling the J

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Chad's opposition leader sentenced to 20 years in prison for inciting violence

Chad's criminal court on Saturday sentenced Success Masra, the country's former prime minister and opposition leader, to 20 years in prison after convictions on charges including incitement to hatred and revolt and complicity to murder. The charges stemm

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Israeli activists disrupt most watched reality TV show, shouting 'get out of Gaza'

Amid an important wave of protests in Israel against Netanyahu's plan to occupy Gaza, Israeli activists stormed the live broadcast of “Big Brother” on Channel 13. The protestsers were wearing “Get Out of Gaza” T-shirts and gave a speech against the gover

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'Challenging day' for firefighters combatting massive wildfire in France

Firefighters have brought a massive wildfire in southern France under control but local authorities warned on Sunday that extreme heat and dry conditions could cause the blaze to flare up again as parts of the Mediterranean region endure a heatwave, with

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China aims to lead in AI and robotics at Beinjing World Robot Conference

The World Robot Conference is currently underway in Beijing. It comes as some analysts say China has overtaken the US in the robotics race, particularly when it comes to humanoid robots. In the past year Chinese humanoid robots have danced in lunar New Y

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UK police arrest over 466 at protest against banning of Palestine Action group

London's Metropolitan Police arrested more than 466 people at a protest on Saturday against Britain's decision to ban the group Palestine Action. British lawmakers banned Palestine Action under anti-terrorism legislation in July after some of its members

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As temperatures reach 50°C, Dubai runners stay indoors for "mallathon"

Early on Saturday, as temperatures soared outside, a sprawling shopping centre in Dubai echoed to the squeak of sneakers as hundreds of people joined "Mallathon" -- an indoor, air-conditioned race. Story by Peter O'Brien.

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The race for robot supremacy: Beijing conference highlights China's push for innovation

Pacific Asia • 9:21 AM

China is flaunting its robotics industry with a series of big events – the first World Humanoid Robot Games, the opening of a robot dealership in Beijing, and the World Robot Conference. Technologists think androids are the future, and analysts say China

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Southern Europe battles heat-fuelled wildfires

Southern Europe is grappling with a series of devastating wildfires. Blazes have broken out in several countries, including Greece, Spain, and France, fuelled by scorching temperatures. Turkey has experienced its hottest July in 55 years, with a peak of

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Thousands of Israelis protest against Netanyahu's Gaza plan and demand release of hostages

Thousands of protesters took to the streets of Tel Aviv on Saturday night to oppose Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plan to escalate the nearly two-year Gaza war, demanding an immediate end to the campaign and for the release of the hostages. Story b

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Ukraine: robot wars are fast becoming a reality

Despite the diplomatic activity, Ukrainian soldiers on the frontline say they see no sign of any let-up in the Russian offensive. The frontline has moved only a little, but the battlefield has been transformed by the rapid development of new technologies

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Paris Saint-Germain has officially announced Lucas Chevalier's arrival

Paris Saint-Germain has officially announced the signing of Lille goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier for €40 million. Ukrainian defender Illia Zabarnyi is expected to arrive from Bournemouth.

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EU leaders urge more pressure on Russia ahead of Ukraine talks

European allies renewed pressure on Russia overnight Saturday as they rallied behind Ukraine in insisting that any deal to end the war include Kyiv ahead of next week’s bilateral peace talks in Alaska between US President Donald Trump and Russian Preside

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European allies call for more pressure on Russia ahead of Trump-Putin talks

Europe • 6:17 AM

European allies renewed calls overnight to pressure Russia as they rallied behind Ukraine in insisting that any deal to end the war include Kyiv ahead of peace talks in Alaska next Friday between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir P

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'Can you tell us how he died?': Liverpool's Salah lashes out at UEFA over 'Palestinian Pele' tribute

Liverpool's Mohamed Salah has called out Europe's football governing body UEFA for publishing a tribute to "Palestinian Pele" Suleiman al-Obeid that neglected to mention the circumstances of the player’s death after he was struck by Israeli gunfire in th

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Southern Europe suffocates in deadly heat-fuelled wildfires

Europe • 12:28 AM

Southern Europe is grappling with a series of devastating wildfires. At least 14 people have died in Turkey, extreme heat making conditions especially dangerous. Fires have also broken out in Greece, Spain and France. Scientists warn climate change is ma

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Israel's Netanyahu to speak to international press for the first time since Gaza occupation decision

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will hold a press conference with international media in Jerusalem on Sunday. The press conference marks his first time to meet with the international press following his security cabinet's decision on Friday to

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Trump and Putin to hold talks on Ukraine in Alaska

Europe • 9:11 PM

US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to hold talks next Friday in Alaska. Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has not been invited, but reiterated that he would not cede any land to Russia, following Trump’s remark th

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Thousands rally in Tel Aviv against Israeli government's plan to expand Gaza war

Thousands marched in Tel Aviv on Saturday demanding an end to the war in Gaza, just a day after the Israeli government pledged to seize control of Gaza City. Protesters held signs and displayed photos of hostages still held in the Palestinian enclave, ur

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Chadian court sentences former prime minister, opposition leader to 20 years in jail

Africa • 6:36 PM

A court in Chad sentenced former prime minister and opposition figure Succes Masra to 20 years in prison on Saturday, finding him guilty of hate speech, xenophobia, and inciting a massacre. The court in N'Djamena held Masra, a prominent critic of Preside

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Zimbabwe: Pressure mounts on platinum sector

The platinum sector is facing mounting pressure as miners claim they are owed millions in unpaid export earnings. Under government policy, 30% of foreign currency from exports must be converted into local currency. However, delays in those payments are h

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Algiers pushes back after Macron urges tougher stance

Relations between France and Algeria have reached a new low, following a letter written by Emmanuel Macron to his Prime Minister. In it, he instructs François Bayrou to take a tougher stance toward France’s former colony, as a dispute drags on over two F

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South African court rules Edgar Lungu must be buried in Zambia

A South African court has ruled that the body of former Zambian president Edgar Lungu must be returned to Lusaka for a state funeral. The decision is a setback for his family, who had wanted him buried in South Africa in a private ceremony. The legal dis

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DR Congo: Former PM Adolphe Muzito joins new government

The Congolese government has reshuffled its cabinet which now includes opposition members in an effort to cobble together support across the remaining regions where the government still retains control. In a television address by the government spokesper

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Explosion kills several members of army in southern Lebanon

The Lebanese army said on August 9 that several soldiers were killed and others wounded in an explosion while they were inspecting a weapons depot and dismantling its contents in the southern city of Tyre. Our correspondent in Beirut Rawad Taha tells us

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Gaza journalist reacts to Israel’s military expansion plan

International condemnation grew on Saturday over Israel’s decision to carry out a military takeover of Gaza City, while little appeared to change immediately on the ground in the territory shattered by 22 months of war. We discussed this with journalist

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Massive French wildfire 'contained' but unlikely to be under control until late Sunday

France’s biggest wildfire in decades has been contained, officials said Saturday, but warned that “until Sunday evening the fire will not be under control”. Hot winds and 40°C heat are threatening to reignite the blaze that has killed one person and torn

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London police arrest at least 466 supporters of banned pro-Palestine group

London police arrested at least 466 people on Saturday for supporting Palestine Action during the largest protest in favour of the group since it was banned last month under anti-terrorism legislation.

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Japan: Nagasaki marks 80th anniversary of US atomic bomb attack

The southern Japanese city of Nagasaki on August 9 marked 80 years since the US atomic attack that killed tens of thousands and left survivors who hope their harrowing memories can help make their hometown the last place on Earth to be hit by a nuclear b

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Los Angeles: Firefighters make progress against blaze that forced thousands to flee

Firefighters in a mountainous area north of Los Angeles made good progress in their battle against a brush fire that has forced thousands of people to evacuate, officials said on August 8.

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US, Russian leaders set for talks on Ukraine peace deal

Ukraine will not cede its land, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on August 9, rejecting US suggestions that a deal with Russia could involve swapping territories as Washington and Moscow prepared for talks between their leaders on ending the war. France

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Putin-Trump summit: Zelensky warns against 'decisions without Ukraine'

President Volodymyr Zelensky on August 9 warned that "decisions without Ukraine" would not bring peace and ruled out ceding territory to Russia. "Ukrainians will not give their land to the occupier," he said on social media, as US President Donald Trump

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Syria withdraws from Paris talks on integrating Kurds

Syria will not take part in Paris talks on incorporating the Kurdish semi-autonomous administration into the Syrian state, a Syrian government official said Saturday. The decision comes a day after the Kurdish administration, which governs large parts of

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War in Ukraine: Trump flags 'swapping of territories' ahead of Alaska talks

President Volodymyr Zelensky on August 9 warned that "decisions without Ukraine" would not bring peace and ruled out ceding territory to Russia. "Ukrainians will not give their land to the occupier," he said on social media, as US President Donald Trump

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Ghana builds Africa first genetic database to tackle cancer research gap

Fewer than 3% of the genomes used in global cancer research come from Africa. This glaring gap leaves many treatments less effective for people of African descent. Yet the continent records more than 700,000 cancer deaths each year. In Accra, a biotech c

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Japan: Nagasaki survivors say 'never again'

Thousands observed a moment of silence on Saturday to mark the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of the Japanese city of Nagasaki as two of the city’s cathedral bells chimed in unison for the first time since the atrocity that ended World War II – a

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The Bright Side: Spanish firefighters praised for saving historic Cordoba mosque-turned-cathedral

Firefighters were being praised on Saturday for rapidly containing a fire a day after it threatened to destroy a historic mosque-turned-cathedral in the southern Spanish town of Cordoba. The spectacular blaze, which broke out on Friday, was captured on v

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US astronaut Jim Lovell, commander of Apollo 13, dead at 97

US astronaut Jim Lovell, the commander of the Apollo 13 Moon mission which nearly ended in disaster in 1970 after a mid-flight explosion, has died at the age of 97, NASA announced on August 8.

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Aude: French firefighters optimistic after controlling vast wildfire

Firefighters who helped contain France’s largest wildfire in decades were on high alert on August 8 with high temperatures forecast that could reignite the blaze in the country's south. Fires prompted evacuations elsewhere in the Mediterranean region.

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Global calls for Israel to scrap Gaza City takeover plan

Nations around the world August 8 condemned Israel's plan to seize control of Gaza City, saying it would only worsen the conflict and lead to more bloodshed. The United States has not overtly reacted to Israel's latest announcement. President Donald Trum

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Trump and Putin to meet to discuss Ukraine peace deal in Alaska

US President Donald Trump will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin on August 15 in Alaska to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine, Trump said on August 8.

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US: Leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan shake hands and sign deal

The leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan shook hands on August 8 at a White House peace summit before signing an agreement aimed at ending decades of conflict.

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Armenia, Azerbaijan: Leaders sign historic agreement after decades of conflict

Analyst Alex Melikishvili talks to FRANCE 24 about the historic agreement signed between longstanding foes Armenia and Azerbaijan at a peace summit convened at the White House by US President Donald Trump.

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Zelensky rejects surrendering any territory to Russia ahead of Trump-Putin meeting

Europe • 8:23 AM

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky vowed Saturday to reject any peace plan that involves ceding land to Russia just hours after Washington and Moscow announced a summit aimed at ending the war. US President Donald Trump said on Friday that he would m

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Football: Chelsea dominates Bayer Leverkusen

In their first pre-season match since winning the Club World Cup, Chelsea dominated Bayer Leverkusen (2-0). In his first appearance with the Blues, young star Estevao scored the first goal of the match.

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Japan marks 80 years since atomic bombing of Nagasaki

Pacific Asia • 2:49 AM

Thousands observed a moment of silence on Saturday to mark the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of the Japanese city of Nagasaki as two of the city’s cathedral bells chimed in unison for the first time since the atrocity that ended World War II – a

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Friday, august 8, 2025

Trump to meet Putin in Alaska on August 15 to discuss war in Ukraine

After weeks of escalating tensions between the United States and Russia, US President Donald Trump said he will meet Russian leader Vladimir Putin on August 15 in Alaska as Trump looks to seal an elusive deal to end the war in Ukraine.

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‘Just a trickle’: Residents in Russian-occupied Ukraine face severe water shortage

Residents of the Russian-occupied Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine are facing a severe water crisis, with a shortage leaving them in dire conditions. Experts point to Russia's occupation, subsequent mismanagement, and wartime destruction as the direct c

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DR Congo: Former PM A. Muzito joins government as cabinet reshuffle brings in opposition members

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, a cabinet reshuffle has seen opposition figures enter the government. This was a move that the president had been planning for months in order to signal national unity. The most notable development is the return of Ad

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French police open investigation after Israeli rabbi threatens Macron

French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau on Friday said he had reported threatening comments against President Emmanuel Macron to police investigators. The threats were expressed in an online video by a rabbi angered over France's recent decision to for

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Legendary Apollo 13 astronaut Jim Lovell dies at age 97

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Legendary Apollo 13 astronaut Jim Lovell dies at age 97

Jim Lovell, the US astronaut who led the ill-fated Apollo 13 mission to the Moon in 1970, died at the age of 97, NASA announced Friday. Lovell, who was supposed to be the fifth person ever to walk on the surface of the moon, is instead credited with crea

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'Once Hamas releases the hostages the war will be over', regardless of Netanyahu government's agenda

Nations across the world have condemned Israel's plan to wrest control of Gaza City, saying it would only worsen the conflict and lead to more bloodshed. The UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres blasted Israel's plan as a "dangerous escalation", while t

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