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Live: Hezbollah says launched attack drones at Tel Aviv military targets

Lebanon's Iran-backed Hezbollah group said Monday it had launched explosive-laden drones at military targets in Tel Aviv, as Israeli rescuers said five people were injured by rocket fire in the city suburbs. Follow our liveblog for the latest development

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No, these images don’t show North Korean troops in Russia

The US, NATO and South Korean spy agencies have all confirmed that Russia has brought in North Korean soldiers to the fight against Ukraine. Many on social media affirm to show proof of the presence of these North Korean soldiers in the Russian-Ukraine f

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Biden's parting shot: US approves long-range missiles for Ukraine

Major escalation or mere parting shot? Nine weeks before Joe Biden hands the reins back to his precedessor, the US president approving Ukraine’s use of American-made long-range missiles inside Russian territory. The move is in response to Moscow’s deploy

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Long-range missiles against Russia: too late to save Ukraine?

Europe • 5:21 PM

The U.S. decision to authorise long-range Ukrainian strikes could help Kyiv defend the foothold in Russia's Kursk region that it seized as leverage in any war talks, but may come too late to change the course of the war, analysts said. Details by FRANCE

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Germany still opposed to Ukraine's use of long-range missiles inside Russia

Europe • 4:14 PM

Germany is sticking with its decision not to provide long-range missiles to Ukraine, a German government spokesperson said on Monday, after Washington shifted course to allow U.S.-made weapons to be used to strike deep within Russia. analysis by FRANCE 2

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A WEEK IN FRANCE: Le Pen's fake jobs trial, Major shifts in sexuality over the last decade, and Notre-Dame

In this week's episode, Jennie Shin speaks with Paul Smith, Associate Professor of French Studies at the University of Nottingham. We start with Marine Le Pen’s trial over alleged misuse of European Parliament funds for fake jobs, with prosecutors seeki

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What are the long-range weapons that the US has allowed Ukraine to hit Russian soil with?

Europe • 4:09 PM

The Kremlin warned Monday that President Joe Biden’s decision to let Ukraine strike targets inside Russia with U.S.-supplied longer-range missiles adds “fuel to the fire” of the war and would escalate international tensions even higher. But what are thes

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Russia vetoes UN Security Council resolution on Sudan ceasefire

Russia on Monday vetoed a UN Security Council resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Sudan, where General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan’s regular army has been fighting the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces led by his one-time deputy. An unnamed diplo

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UNESCO discusses conservation of Lebanon's architectural heritage

UNESCO and its Cultural Protection Committee are meeting today to discuss ways to better protect archaeological sites following armed conflicts and Israeli strikes in the region. Special attention is focused on the city of Baalbeck, though Tyre and Byblo

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France mass rape trial enters final stage as last defendants testify

The trial of a French man who for a decade drugged his wife to have her raped by dozens of strangers entered its final stages on Monday, with the final set of accused testifying ahead of sentencing requests later in the week and a verdict next month. Det

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What exactly is the EU-Mercosur trade deal that French farmers are so strongly opposed to?

French farmers launched Monday a new wave of action to protest the adoption of a trade pact between the European Union and four South American countries they fear would threaten their livelihoods. What exactly contains the deal? Answer by Andrew Hilliar.

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What does Biden's decision to allow Ukraine to use longer-range US weapons mean?

Europe • 3:17 PM

The U.S. will allow Ukraine to use American-supplied longer-range weapons to conduct strikes inside Russian territory, a long-sought request by Kyiv. What will this change? Answer by FRANCE 24 journalist and former Moscow correspondent, Elena Volochine.

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Hitting the keys with pianist Alexandra Stréliski and organist Hampus Lindwall

This week, Marjorie Hache speaks with award-winning French-Canadian pianist Alexandra Stréliski about her new album "Neo-Romance", which she is currently touring in France. Meanwhile, Sweden’s Hampus Lindwall tells us about American avant-garde composer

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Trump confirms plan to deploy military for mass deportation of undocumented migrants

President-elect Donald Trump confirmed Monday that he plans to declare a national emergency on border security and use the US military to carry out the mass deportation of undocumented migrants.

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'Conflicts not always won by tactical battles': Putin doesn't know how to respond to US policy shift

The US decision to authorise long-range Ukrainian strikes could help Kyiv defend the foothold in Russia's Kursk region that it seized as leverage in any war talks, but may come too late to change the course of the war. As military analysts warn the shift

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Advent Calendars: Holiday cheer one day at a time

Do you buy an Advent calendar every year? On Entre Nous, we explore the history of this tradition, what to look for when purchasing one, and why chocolate—and other guilty pleasures—remain favorites among both children and adults.

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Has US authorisation for Ukraine to fire long-range missiles into Russia come too late?

Europe • 2:31 PM

The Biden administration's decision on Sunday to allow Ukraine to use US-supplied long-range missiles to strike Russian territory could help it defend its foothold in Russia's Kursk region, but may have come too late to be a gamechanger overall in the wa

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Large Gaza food convoy violently looted, UNRWA says

A convoy of 109 trucks was violently looted on Nov. 16 after entering Gaza, resulting in the loss of 98 trucks in what aid workers say is one of the worst such incidents in the more than 13-month-old war, said an UNRWA aid official.

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Senegal ruling party on track to win majority in legislative elections

Africa • 2:23 PM

Senegal's ruling party is heading for an overwhelming victory in weekend legislative polls, according to media projections Monday, paving the way for it to deliver the promise of ambitious reform that swept it to power eight months ago. Story by Camille

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Lebanon formally requesting from UNESCO 'enhanced protection' for 34 archeological sites

Several Israeli strikes in recent weeks on Baalbek in Lebanon's east and Tyre in the south -- both Hezbollah strongholds -- hit close to ancient Roman ruins designated as UNESCO World Heritage sites. As 300 prominent cultural figures, including archaeolo

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Why French farmers oppose the EU-Mercosur free trade deal

As French farmers take to the streets to oppose a potential free trade deal between the European Union and the Mercosur trade bloc in South America, we take a closer look at what the agreement entails and why the French agricultural sector and government

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Musk responds to Zelensky interview, weighs in on US foreign policy

Europe • 1:15 PM

Joe Biden has given Ukraine the go-ahead to use US missiles to strike Russian targets, just 2 months ahead of his departure. President elect Donald Trump has not reacted to this development from Washington. However, Elon Musk commented on an interview Uk

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French farmers protest EU-Mercosur trade agreement

French farmers are mobilizing for widespread protests targeting the controversial EU-Mercosur trade agreement. They argue the deal threatens their livelihoods by allowing a surge of South American agricultural imports produced under less stringent enviro

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India's north shrouded in smog as Delhi pollution hits season high

Pacific Asia • 1:04 PM

Toxic smog engulfed much of northern India on Monday and pollution readings in New Delhi hit their highest of this pre-winter season, after dense fog overnight. Details with Delano D'Souza.

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Moscow says US is escalating war by allowing Ukraine to hit Russian soil

Europe • 1:00 PM

The Kremlin said on Monday that any U.S. decision to allow Ukraine to fire American missiles deep into Russia would mean it was directly involved in the conflict, which it accused President Joe Biden's administration of escalating. Russia has been tellin

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Why does France oppose the EU-Mercosur trade deal?

French President Emmanuel Macron said Sunday he would "continue to oppose" a proposed blockbuster trade deal between the European Union and four South American countries after talks with his Argentine counterpart Javier Milei. Why does France oppose the

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Battle for northern Gaza: FRANCE 24 investigates the Israeli 'generals' plan'

Is the Gaza war’s final battle being fought in the north of the besieged enclave? The Israeli army launched a major operation there on October 6, targeting the towns of Jabalya and Beit Lahya, where Hamas is attempting to regroup and rebuild. For now, ne

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Israeli strike on Beirut kills Hezbollah media chief Mohammad Afif, long-time adviser to Nasrallah

Lebanese armed group Hezbollah confirmed its media relations chief Mohammad Afif was killed by an Israeli strike on a building in central Beirut on Sunday. Details with FRANCE 24 correspondent in Beirut, Rawad Taha.

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G20 leaders to grapple with climate, taxes and Trump comeback in Brazil

G20 leaders gather in Brazil on Monday to discuss fighting poverty, boosting climate financing and other multilateral initiatives that could yet be upended by Donald Trump's impending return to the White House. Details with FRANCE 24 correspondent in Rio

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Hopes set on G20 spurring deadlocked UN climate talks

Nations returned Monday to the negotiating table at deadlocked UN climate talks in Azerbaijan, but with time running out hopes of a breakthrough are pinned on G20 leaders meeting in Brazil. Story by Liza Kaminov.

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China's second mass attack in a week spurs soul-searching

Pacific Asia • 10:09 AM

A former student went on a stabbing rampage at a vocational college in eastern China, killing eight people and injuring 17, police said on Sunday, prompting further soul-searching just days after the deadliest attack in the country in a decade. More info

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11 killed, 48 wounded in Israeli strikes in Lebanon's south

An Israeli airstrike on Beirut’s city center killed two people and injured at least nine. The strike came hours after the Lebanese capital was pounded by a separate Israeli attack that killed Mohammed Afif, a spokesperson for the Lebanese militant group

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Schools shut in India's New Delhi as toxic smog exceeds 60 times WHO limit

Schools in New Delhi were closed Monday as toxic smog enveloped the Indian capital and exceeded the daily limit set out by the World Health Organization by 60 times. The polluted air is thought to be the cause of thousands of premature deaths each year,

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Trump nominates fracking magnate and noted climate change skeptic Chris Wright as Energy Secretary

President-elect Donald Trump appointed Republican Brendan Carr, a vocal critic of big tech backed by Elon Musk, as FCC chairman on Sunday. Calling Carr a "warrior for Free Speech", Trump pledged he will curb regulatory overreach and support rural America

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French farmers rally against Mercosur trade talks and foreign competition

French farmers plan nationwide protests Monday against an EU-Mercosur trade deal, fearing increased foreign competition. Anger has surged after poor harvests, livestock disease, and delays in promised reforms. Discontent echoes last winter's European pro

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Head in the clouds: 'We're not thinking about' the energy required to store our digital data

Climate talks in Azerbaijan are focusing on getting more climate cash for developing countries to transition away from fossil fuels, adapt to climate change and pay for damages caused by extreme weather. And for the first time ever, 'digital pollution is

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What will Ukraine do with the long-range missile that it is now allowed to use in Russian territory?

Europe • 9:40 AM

US President Joe Biden has cleared Kyiv to use long-range American missiles against military targets inside Russia, prompting China on Monday to call for a "cooling down of the situation". Analysis by FRANCE 24 International Affairs Editor, Philip Turle.

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Schools closed in Beirut after deadly Israeli air raid

Schools in Beirut were closed on Monday after rare strikes on central districts of the Lebanese capital killed six people including Hezbollah's spokesman, the latest senior figure slain by Israel.

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Bangladesh judge gives police one month to wrap up probe against ousted PM Hasina

Pacific Asia • 8:33 AM

A judge in Bangladesh has given investigators a one-month deadline to wrap up their probe into ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina who, along with her aides, is accused of committing crimes against humanity in connection with the deadly crackdowns during

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Many of Trump's cabinet nominations 'are typical appointments in a Republican administration'

Concerns intensified over several of President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks Friday, as Washington awaits announcements for more major positions including the FBI and Treasury chiefs. With Trump vowing to dismantle the liberal "deep state" and banki

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Australia accused of 'exporting climate destruction’ by Pacific neighbours

PRESS REVIEW – Monday, November 18: French farmers plan protests against a potential EU-South America trade deal, while UK farmers protest new inheritance tax measures in Labour's budget. Meanwhile, some Pacific nations accuse Australia of 'exporting cli

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French farmers rally against Mercosur trade talks and foreign competition

French farmers staged nationwide protests Monday against an EU-Mercosur trade deal, fearing increased foreign competition. Anger has surged after poor harvests, livestock disease, and delays in promised reforms. Discontent echoes last winter's European p

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Trump nominates big tech critic Brendan Carr to lead US communications agency

President-elect Donald Trump appointed Republican Brendan Carr, a vocal critic of big tech backed by Elon Musk, as FCC chairman on Sunday. Calling Carr a "warrior for Free Speech", Trump pledged he will curb regulatory overreach and support rural America

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US for the first time authorises Ukraine's use of long-range missiles inside Russia

US President Joe Biden has given Ukraine permission for the first time to strike Russian territory with US-supplied long-range missiles, a US official told AFP on Sunday. Biden's decision comes as he prepares to hand over power to President-elect Donald

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Brazil focuses G20 summit on fighting hunger amid global conflicts and Trump's return

G20 leaders arrived for a summit in Brazil on Monday to try to reignite deadlocked climate talks and overcome their differences on the Middle East and Ukraine wars ahead of Donald Trump's return to the White House.

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Senegal’s ruling party poised to win majority, main opposition leaders concede defeat

Senegal’s ruling party, Pastef, was on Monday on course to win a parliamentary majority in the legislative elections that were held over the weekend. The country’s main opposition leaders, including former president Macky Sall, have conceded defeat and c

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Gabon backs new constitution a year after military seized power

Africa • 1:07 AM

Gabonese voters approved a new constitution with 91% backing in Saturday's referendum, Interior Minister Hermann Immongault announced, more than one year after soldiers overthrew the country's longtime president. Final results await confirmation by the C

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Biden becomes first US president to visit Amazon as Trump signals climate policy shift

Joe Biden became the first US president to visit the Amazon on Sunday, flying over drought-hit regions and fire-damaged rainforests, in a bid to highlight climate change's toll on the vital ecosystem. His visit to Latin America comes as the incoming Trum

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Yesterday

UN chief urges G20 'leadership' to rescue stalled COP29 climate talks

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Sunday urged G20 leaders in Rio to "show leadership" on emissions cuts to rescue stalled UN climate talks in Azerbaijan. Deadlocked over a $1 trillion climate investment deal, nations hope that compromise from the

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France beats Italy, soars to first place in Nations League group

Adrien Rabiot took Les Bleus to the top of its Nations League group Sunday after France beat Italy 3-1.

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US authorises Ukraine's use of long-range missiles inside Russia

US President Joe Biden has authorised Ukraine to use long-range American missiles against military targets inside Russia, a US official told AFP on condition of anonymity, confirming media reports. Gulliver Cragg tells us more from Kyiv, Ukraine.

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Live: Kremlin says US 'fuels' tensions by allowing Ukrainian missile strikes inside Russia

The Kremlin on Monday responded to media reports that the United States has given Ukraine the green light to use US-made long-range missiles to strike targets inside Russia, saying that outgoing President Joe Biden’s decision "fuels" tensions and risks e

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