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Lille stuns Mbappe's Real Madrid in Champions League as Slot makes Liverpool history

Two Champions League giants fell on Wednesday, as holders Real Madrid and perennial contenders Bayern Munich suffered shock losses to underdogs Lille and Aston Villa, respectively. 2019 champions Liverpool continued their fine form, while Benfica crushed

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Biden, Harris visit Hurricane Helene worst-hit areas

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are visiting some of the areas worst hit by Hurricane Helene this Wednesday, as residents struggle with the fallout from the storm, that killed 175 people during its rampage through South-eastern US states. Government agencies

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Locals want Turkana Boy to come home to the cradle of humanity

Africa • 9:37 PM

A skeleton billed as being the oldest complete human remains ever found are at the heart of Kenya's latest tourism campaign. "Turkana Boy" is a symbol of the country's positioning as the cradle of humanity. But people living near the site where the archa

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Netanyahu thought to be weighing options after his pledge to come down hard on Iran

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is thought to be weighing up a range of options, following his pledge to come down hard on Iran. FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney speaks to Bilal Y Saab, Head of the US-Middle East Practice and an Associate Fellow at C

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A photo of an Iranian missile generated using AI? A video of Netanyahu running to his bunker?

Following the barrage of Iranian missiles fired at Israel on Tuesday, a barrage of misinformation also flooded social media. We debunk the fake claims in this edition of Truth or Fake.

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Mystery deaths and mass layoffs: Europe’s green battery dream Northvolt turns sour

Northvolt was a shiny new startup with a pretty logo that promised to “make oil history” by making the cleanest electric car battery the world had ever seen. The Swedish company founded in 2016 was seen as a huge driver for Europe’s dream to become carbo

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Biden, Harris travel to areas devastated by deadly Hurricane Helene

Amid ongoing rescue efforts US President Joe Biden and and Vice President Kamala Haris visited areas in North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia hit by calamitous flooding in the wake of hurricane Helene. Biden said the devastated areas will require "a

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Missile barrage on Israel: What were the 'hypersonic' weapons used by Iran?

On October 1, 2024, Israel faced one of the largest missile barrages in modern history. Iranian state media said the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) launched around 200 ballistic missiles of various types at Israeli targets, including so-called

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Tawfik Alzaidi's 'Norah' marks Saudi Arabia's arrival at Cannes Film Festival

Culture • 3:06 PM

Depicting a young woman yearning for freedom and suffocated by village life, "Norah" is a striking account of provincial life in the Saudi Arabia of the 1990s. The film was shown at this year's Cannes Film Festival. Director and writer Tawfik Alzaidi joi

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In Ukraine’s Lyman, printed press becomes vital link to outside world

Europe • 2:55 PM

Print media might be struggling in many parts of the world, but it has become a vital link to the outside world for isolated communities near Ukraine's front lines. In the battle-scarred Ukrainian city of Lyman, Russian bombardments frequently cut power

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Breast cancer awareness month: Targeted therapies offer hope

This October marks the 30th edition of Pink October, an entire month in France dedicated to raising awareness and promoting breast cancer screening. Each year, some 61,000 new cases are diagnosed, and 12,600 women die from the disease in France. Breast c

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Afghan athlete under police protection slams gender apartheid as 'crime against humanity'

FRANCE 24 spoke to Marzieh Hamidi, a former taekwondo champion for Afghanistan who has been a refugee in France since 2021, when the Taliban returned to power. In late August of this year, she posted a video on social media denouncing "gender apartheid"

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Romania's agriculture sector devastated by drought, desertification

In Romania, extreme weather events are intensifying. While eastern parts of the country are slowly recovering from Storm Boris, the south is suffering from drought and desertification. Romania is one of the EU's main exporters of cereals, but heatwaves h

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Oil prices on the rise after escalation of Middle East violence

Global benchmarks for oil prices were steadily rising on Wednesday, a day after Iran fired a barrage of missiles against Israel in retaliation for the Israeli army's offensive against Hezbollah. In this edition, FRANCE 24's Charles Pellegrin explains why

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Israel's air defense system limits casualties from Iranian missiles, as Tehran awaits retaliation

Israel's Iron Dome air defense system limited the damage from Iran's missile barrage on Tuesday, while Tehran now prepares for Israeli reprisals. FRANCE 24's Philip Turle says Israel will not be deterred from taking military action by calls for restraint

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What does the EU embezzlement trial mean for Le Pen and the French far right?

France • 7:50 AM

Marine Le Pen and other senior figures within France’s far-right National Rally party are standing trial on charges of having embezzled millions in European Parliament funds to finance the party’s own political activities. Marta Lorimer, lecturer in poli

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Tensions on a knife-edge in Middle East as Iran launches missile strike against Israel

PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, October 2: We look at reactions and analysis after Iran fired at least 180 missiles at Israel. The local and international press question how Israel will retaliate, as well as to what extent the United States will get involved,

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Several killed in attack in Tel Aviv shortly before Iranian missiles target Israel

Two gunmen opened fire on passers-by at a light rail station in Tel Aviv on Tuesday in a suspected terrorist attack that killed at least seven people and injured nine others. Police said the attackers were residents of the Palestinian city of Hebron in t

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World leaders call for de-escalation after Iran's missile attack on Israel

World leaders called for restraint on Tuesday after Iran launched its biggest missile attack yet against arch-foe Israel, while the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas hailed the attack, calling it "revenge for the blood of our heroic martyrs".

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Conflict with Israel comes when Lebanon is at its most vulnerable point

France 24's correspondent in Beirut provides an overview of the escalating conflict, which comes after Lebanon has suffered a series of economic and societal shocks.

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A composed performance from JD Vance in debate with Tim Walz

Debate between vice presidential candidates JD Vance and Tim Walz was a surprisingly polite affair, though the Republican Vance gave the more assured performance.

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Walz and Vance spar over policy in polite US vice presidential debate

Vice presidential hopefuls Tim Walz and JD Vance squared off Tuesday night in a surprisingly civil debate, instead saving their fire for the top of their tickets, Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican former President Donald Trump.

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Greenland extends detention of anti-whaling activist Paul Watson

The founder of the envorinmental group Sea Shepherd was arrested in July when his ship docked in Greenland to refuel on the way to intecept a Japanese whaling vessel. He is being held on a Japanese arrest warrant pending a decision on his extradition.

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Death toll from Hurricane Helene tops 150 in US as crews search for survivors

The death toll from Hurricane Helene passed 150 on Tuesday as rescue workers used helicopters to get past destroyed bridges in isolated areas battered by the storm. Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris will travel to Georgia to survey the impa

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Israel says eight of its soldiers killed in clashes with Hezbollah in south Lebanon

Israel said eight of its soldiers died on Wednesday in clashes with Hezbollah in south Lebanon. Tensions in the Middle East spiralled in the past 48 hours after Israel began what it describes as a "limited, localised and targeted" ground operation in Leb

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Spain welcomes record 21.8 million summer vistors as overtourism sparks protests

Europe • 12:47 AM

A record number of tourists travelled to Spain in summer 2024 amid protests from residents who blame tourists for degrading living conditions. Although the high figures were a boon for the economy, Spain should "transform" its model for the tourism secto

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The significance of Russia's capture of the Ukrainian stronghold of Vuhledar

Russian troops took control of Vuhledar in Ukraine’s eastern Donetsk region on Wednesday, opening the way for Russian forces to advance toward other towns in the region. Both sides value Vuhledar due to its position on elevated ground at the intersection

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Yesterday

Arsenal beat PSG, Dortmund demolish Celtic in Champions League rout

Arsenal beat Paris Saint-Germain 2-0 on Tuesday in a Champions League match in a London. 25-year-old Kai Havertz put Arsenal on the path to victory with a well-timed run and header in the 20th minute. Borussia Dortmund thrashed Celtic 7-1 in Germany. Amo

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No, this video does not show an Israeli ground invasion of Lebanon

A viral video claims to show "Israel's deadly commandos" landing in Lebanon for a ground invasion. But the video was actually taken in Gaza. We tell you more in this edition of Truth or Fake.

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Rwandan ex-doctor goes on trial in France accused of genocide

Africa • 8:27 PM

In tonight's edition: a former Rwandan doctor is on trial in Paris for allegedly helping destroy evidence of some of the killings during the 1994 genocide. Also, Kenyan lawmakers have started the process of removing the country's deputy president from of

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Houthi rebels again attack commercial ships in Red Sea

Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed attacks on an oil tanker and another commercial vessel in the Red Sea on Tuesday, the first such attacks in weeks. The Iran-backed militants started targeting merchant ships last year in support of Hamas in Gaza, prompting

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Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces more than 100 new rape and sex assault allegations

More than 100 people, including dozens of children, who say they were victims of rape, sexual assault and sexual exploitation at the hands of Sean "Diddy" Combs are to sue the US rap star, a lawyer said Tuesday.

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Iran attacks Israel: Who to stop the spiral?

It's only the second time that Iranian missiles have rained down on Israel. Tehran's pushback comes as no surprise to François Picard's panel after a string of humiliations that included last week's assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and

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'Easy' choice: Hezbollah’s likely new leader is Nasrallah's cousin, Hashem Safieddine

Just like his cousin Hassan Nasrallah – killed in a massive Israeli air raid on Hezbollah’s headquarters in the outskirts of southern Beirut on September 27 – Hashem Safieddine wears a black turban, a prestigious Shiite symbol marking him out as a descen

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Haiti’s displaced facing ‘catastrophic’ food insecurity

A new report has found that more than half of Haiti’s population is suffering from acute hunger amid political instability and a security crisis that has seen armed gangs take control of vast swaths of the country. The country’s large number of internall

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Louboutin, Valentino & Loewe celebrate 50 years of Paris Fashion Week

Culture • 2:35 PM

Fashion critic Samantha Tse speaks to Eve Jackson about the highlights of Paris Fashion Week, including Louboutin's swimming spectacle in stilettos, the return of Bella Hadid to the runway and our top picks including Alessandro Michele's debut at Valenti

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US dockworkers launch mass strike month before election

Tens of thousands of workers at major ports on the US East and Gulf Coasts went on strike Tuesday in action that could drag on the world's largest economy just ahead of the November presidential election. The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA

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Countries evacuate their nationals from Lebanon as Israel launches ground offensive

Israel launched a ground offensive in Lebanon on Tuesday, escalating a conflict against Hezbollah after a week of air strikes that have killed hundreds. Several countries have begun evacuating their nationals from Lebanon or are planning to do so. Here's

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In the footsteps of Mao Zedong: Chinese authorities encourage 'Red Tourism'

Pacific Asia • 10:53 AM

Exactly 75 years ago, Mao Zedong proclaimed the foundation of the People's Republic of China in front of crowds gathered in Beijing's Tiananmen Square. Ever since, October 1 has been a national holiday in China. To mark this anniversary, some Chinese peo

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Dockworkers in US Eastern & Gulf ports go on strike over pay demands

The union representing 45,000 dockworkers in the United States announced a strike at midnight on Tuesday in American ports all the way from Maine to Texas. The workers are asking for better pay and guarantees against automation as the shipping industry h

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Israel's ground operation in Lebanon: What next for this regional conflict?

PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, October 1: We look at reactions and analysis from Lebanon and the Middle East as Israel begins a "limited" ground operation inside Lebanon in its fight against Hezbollah. What lies ahead for the region? Will Iran retaliate and how

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Mark Rutte takes over as new NATO chief, dismisses Trump concerns

NATO's new chief Mark Rutte took over the leadership of the military alliance from outgoing NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg at a ceremony in Brussels on Tuesday. In his acceptance speech, Rutte downplayed fears over the impact of a potential Donald Trump vic

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Wikileaks' Assange says he 'pleaded guilty to journalism' to secure his freedom

Wikileaks founder Julien Assange spent years living in the Ecuadorian Embassy in London to avoid arrest and then in prison after he published hundreds of thousands of confidential US government documents. His contentious actions saw him labelled both a c

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Budget, immigration set to dominate French PM Barnier’s much-awaited policy speech

France • 7:10 AM

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier outlines the policy priorities of his new government in a much-awaited speech on Tuesday as it seeks to shore up its fragile position following a record two-month transition period that politically paralysed France.

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Israel trying to ‘push Iran into a corner’

With its latest ground incursion targeting Iran-backed Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, Israel could be “trying to push Iran into a corner because Iran doesn't want to retaliate”, explains FRANCE 24’s Philip Turle. “Iran wants to preserve its nuclear progr

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Rwandan former doctor goes on trial in France accused of genocide

A former doctor, Eugene Rwamucyo, 65, goes on trial Tuesday for alleged genocide during Rwanda's 1994 massacre of Tutsis by the Hutu majority. Accused of aiding anti-Tutsi propaganda and mass murder, Rwamucyo is charged with genocide, complicity, crimes

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Mexico's Claudia Sheinbaum sworn in as first female president

The former Mexico City mayor won a landslide victory in June elections to become Mexico's 66th – and first female – president. In a country beset by spiraling criminal violence, President Claudia Sheinbaum says she will use social policy to tackle crime

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Biden defends government response as Hurricane Helene death toll reaches 130

The death toll from a storm in the southeastern US reached 130 on Monday, sparking election campaign tensions. The White House dismissed criticism of its response. President Biden will visit North Carolina on Wednesday to assess rescue efforts, as hundre

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PM Barnier tells parliament France’s 'colossal' debt is a 'sword of Damocles'

France • 12:52 AM

France's new Prime Minister Michel Barnier outlined his policy plans in a much-anticipated speech to parliament on Tuesday. Barnier, who leads a government with no clear majority in parliament, was heckled by left-wing lawmakers throughout his address. H

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Japan's new PM, Shigeru Ishiba, forms cabinet with emphasis on defence

Pacific Asia • 12:42 AM

Japan's newly elected Prime Minister took office on Tuesday and formed a cabinet made up of numerous security and defence experts in line with his calls to strengthen regional military alliances. The majority of cabinet members are relative unknowns, mar

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US ceasefire proposal for Israel-Lebanon 'looking like a distant memory'

Reporting from Washington DC, FRANCE 24’s Fraser Jackson says US officials “spent the weekend” discussing Israel’s military plans in Lebanon. A US government source said the Biden administration managed to get the Israelis “to scale back from a wider gro

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Jamaican poet Safiya Sinclair on finding her voice as a woman

Culture • 12:31 AM

A writer who grew up in Jamaica under the strict supervision of her Rastafarian father has spoken to FRANCE 24 about her ambition to write about what happened to her and ensure people don't simply think about the picture-postcard image of her country. Sa

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US dockworkers launch massive 'coast-wide' strike ahead of presidential election

Tens of thousands of dockworkers across the US went on strike Tuesday in a bid for higher wages and protection against automation. The mass industrial action has shut down shipments at 36 ports and threatens to cost the nation's economy billions of dolla

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Monday, september 30, 2024

Israel threatens Iran with retaliation after missile attack

Israel said it would retaliate "at place and time we decide" after Iran launched at least 180 missiles into Israeli territory on Tuesday night. Israel said it intercepted many of the missiles, and officials in Washington said US destroyers assisted in Is

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Russia plans to boost defence spending by a quarter for 2025

Russia will boost its defence budget by nearly 30% next year, surpassing welfare and education spending, a draft budget showed on Monday. The 2025 defence budget is set at 13.5 trillion rubles ($145 billion), up from 10.4 trillion in 2024. Military expen

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Price of French butter nearly doubles in a year

The wholesale price of butter in France hit a record high in September, rocketing to €8,180 compared to €4,260 a year earlier, as an epidemic among cows affected production. But first: a new, common digital payment system has been launched in France, Bel

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A Le Pen conviction in fake EU jobs case could weigh on far-right support, researcher says

France • 8:52 PM

French far-right figurehead Marine Le Pen went on trial this Monday on charges of embezzling European Parliament money, in a case that could endanger her presidential ambitions. FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney speaks to Olivier Costa, a research professor at

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Georgia judge overturns state law banning abortion after 6 weeks of pregnancy

A judge in the southern US state of Georgia overturned a stringent state-wide abortion law introduced after the Supreme Court ended the constitutional right to abortion in 2022. The Georgia judge ruled that the ban on abortion after six weeks of pregnanc

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Rwanda reports eight deaths linked to Ebola-like Marburg virus

Africa • 8:11 PM

In tonight's edition: Rwanda raises the alarm as eight people die after getting the Marburg disease, a highly contagious virus with Ebola-like symptoms. Also, the UAE is to file an official complaint with the African Union over what it calls a "heinous a

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Helene's death toll rises to more than 100 as supplies rushed to isolated communities

Emergency responders in western North Carolina were racing on Monday to try to reach people who remain unaccounted for three days after Hurricane Helene tore through the southeastern United States, killing more than 100 people across six states, wiping o

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PSG's Dembele axed for Arsenal game over disciplinary reasons

PSG Forward Ousmane Dembele has been left out of the squad for their Champions League game at Arsenal, after the player failed to meet the needs of the team, manager Luis Enrique said on Monday.

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