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'Star factor of PSG appeals to int'l audiences' yet France's League 1 doesn't reap the rewards

'HEGEMONY OF PSG': As Qatar's shining football jewel continues its dominance of both French and European football, France's League 1 'is struggling with an identity problem", explains Ed Dove, ESPN/North Star Network Journalist. And while PSGs wildly suc

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At least 140 killed by Rwanda-backed rebels in eastern DR Congo, rights group says

Africa • 3:08 PM

Human Rights Watch said 141 people, predominantly Hutus, were feared to have been killed in eastern Congo in July in attacks believed to have been carried out by the Rwanda-backed M23 group, the most prominent of the armed groups fighting for control of

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France questions online violence after streamer’s live death

French prosecutors are investigating the death of a 46-year-old streamer who collapsed during a live broadcast on the online platform Kick, where he was seen being mistreated by others on screen. The case has sparked debate in France over the platform’s

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Irish rap group Kneecap at court for waving Hezbollah flag on stage

Irish rap group Kneecap appeared in court after waving a Hezbollah flag during a performance, an act prosecutors say breached anti-terror laws. The case has stirred debate in the UK, where public opinion is divided, as FRANCE 24 Bénédicte Paviot explains

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Under Geneva Convention, Russia has no automatic claim to territory simply by virtue of occupying it

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov warned that discussing any Western security guarantees for Ukraine without Russian involvement was a "road to nowhere". NATO military chiefs were set to discuss the details of eventual security guarantees for Ukrain

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New disinformation operation targets Armenian government with corruption claims

In mid-August, multiple accounts with ties to pro-Trump and pro-Russian networks alleged that Anna Hakobyan, the wife of Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan embezzled 3.4 million dollars in a children's cancer fund corruption scandal. However, their

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Israel set to approve settlement project that could divide the West Bank

Israel on Wednesday gave approval for a controversial settlement project in the occupied West Bank’s E1 area, a move Palestinians and rights groups warn could effectively block a future Palestinian state. The development, long frozen under US pressure, h

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Israel defence minister approves plan to conquer Gaza City

Israel’s Defence Minister Israel Katz has approved a plan to seize Gaza City and authorised the mobilisation of 60,000 reservists, his ministry confirmed Wednesday. Fighting is already underway on the ground as mediators await Israel’s reply to the lates

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Mexico uses drones to boost reforestation

In a western state of Mexico, drones are being used to spray seeds over deforested areas as part of a reforestation effort. The country, heavily affected by deforestation, hopes this high-tech approach will help restore its degraded forests more efficien

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What's inside Israeli plan to conquer Gaza City ?

Israel has called up 60,000 reservists as part of a multi-stage plan to seize Gaza City, with fighting already underway on the ground. As explained by Andrew Hilliar, the operation will unfold in different phases, targeting key areas of the city to estab

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Texas GOP unveils new congressional map

In Texas, Republicans have unveiled a new congressional map aimed at flipping five Democratic-held seats, after a two-week Democratic walkout temporarily blocked it. The midterm redistricting, pushed by President Trump, seeks to help the GOP hold its nar

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Israel approves major settlement project that would divide West Bank

Israel on Wednesday approved a major settlement project in the West Bank, despite warnings from the international community that doing so threatens the viability of a future Palestinian state.

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'In principle, there are always justifications for limiting & curtailing threats to nat'l security'

Europe • 10:52 AM

A member of Irish rap group Kneecap was welcomed by hundreds of supporters as he arrived at a London court on Wednesday, charged with a terrorism offence for allegedly displaying a flag in support of Iran-backed Lebanese militia Hezbollah during a Kneeca

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France probes live streaming death of man

Prosecutors in Nice are investigating the death of 46-year-old Raphael Graven, known online as “Jean Pormanove” or “JP,” who collapsed during a live-streamed show in which he was being mistreated. The video, broadcast on the platform Kick, showed him lyi

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Paris rebuffs Netanyahu over accusations of antisemitism

After Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused French President Emmanuel Macron of “fueling antisemitism” by backing recognition of a Palestinian state, the Élysée hit back. In a statement, the French presidency called the remarks “abject” and “

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Iran says it will use more advanced missiles if Israel attacks again

Iran on Wednesday said that if Israel launched fresh attacks it would respond with newly developed missiles that have "far greater capabilities" than those used by Tehran during its 12-day war with Israel in June.

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Israeli military will call up 50,000 reservists as it plans new phase of war in Gaza

An Israeli military official says the country’s top generals have approved plans to call up tens of thousands of reservists in order to begin a new phase of operations in some of Gaza’s most densely populated areas. From Jerusalem, FRANCE 24's Noga Tarno

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Ukrainians flee front line amid Russian drone strikes

Europe • 8:44 AM

As international efforts to kickstart Russia-Ukraine peace talks continue, increasing numbers of Ukrainian residents living near the front lines are fleeing to safety to escape ongoing Russian drone attacks. Numbers are currently so high they threaten to

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Paris residents decry 'Disneyfication' of Montmartre as tourism soars

Some Paris residents are raising concerns about overtourism in the neighbourhood of Montmartre, saying that essentials like food shops are disappearing to accommodate millions of visitors each year. They fear the historical neighbourhood is turning into

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Trump renews attacks on the Smithsonian with threats to cut funding

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday renewed attacks on the Smithsonian Institution, threatening to cut its funding due to its focus on 'how bad slavery was' in the US. He said the prestigious museum complex should instead focus more on success and the f

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Russia, Switzerland, Austria: where might Ukraine peace talks take place?

Europe • 7:01 AM

US President Donald Trump's recent efforts to broker peace in Ukraine has led to speculation over where a potential face-to-face meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky might take place. While

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Scores die in bus crash carrying Afghan migrants returning home

A collision between a bus and two other vehicles killed at least 78 people in western Afghanistan, local officials said on Wednesday. The bus was carrying Afghan migrants who had been living in Iran and were returning home to Kabul.

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Israel approves plan to conquer Gaza City, call up around 60,000 reservists

Israel's defence minister on Wednesday approved plans to conquer Gaza city and call up around 60,000 reservists. The new plans come as international mediators are piling pressure on Israel to respond to a ceasefire deal that has been accepted by Hamas.

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War in Ukraine live: Russia says ready to discuss political aspects of a settlement with Ukraine

Europe • 6:09 AM

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday that Moscow is ready to discuss the political aspects of a settlement with Ukraine. As efforts to kickstart peace negotiations progress, Lavrov also criticised European leaders for their “clumsy” a

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Trump renews attacks on Smithsonian over focus on 'how bad slavery was'

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday renewed attacks on the Smithsonian Institution, threatening to cut its funding due to its focus on "how bad slavery was" in the US. He said the prestigious museum complex should instead focus more on success and the f

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Kylian Mbappé leads Real Madrid to La Liga season opener win against Osasuna

Real Madrid was far from perfect in their first appearance of the season, but the 15-time European champions only needed one goal to beat Osasuna. And who else to provide it other than Kylian Mbappé, whose penalty was enough to secure the win – the first

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‘We've given up on Israel’: Disillusioned with Netanyahu and the war in Gaza, Israelis are fleeing

Israel has seen emigration double since the attacks of October 7, 2023, and the subsequent war in Gaza. While some are choosing to leave for security reasons, among those choosing exile are peace activists weary of war and feeling increasingly isolated a

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Kneecap rapper Mo Chara faces terrorism charge over Hezbollah flag at London concert

Europe • 3:15 AM

A member of Irish rap band Kneecap was due to appear in court on Wednesday charged with a terror offence for allegedly supporting Hezbollah.

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Miss Palestine to compete in Miss Universe pageant for the first time

The Miss Universe organisation has announced that Palestine will be represented for the first time in the 2025 edition of the competition, which will be held on 21 November in Thailand.

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Could keratin help heal tooth problems?

Researchers have found that keratin, a protein from human hair and sheep wool, can form a protective, enamel-like coating on teeth that halts early decay. Laboratory tests suggest this layer is much harder than current treatments, paving the way for pote

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Yesterday

Liverpool's Salah makes history as first three-time PFA player of the year winner

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah became the first player to win the Professional Footballers’ Association men’s player of the year award three times on Tuesday, after scoring 29 goals and 18 assists to seal the club’s 20th league title last season. The Eg

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Syria, Israel hold US-mediated talks in Paris on regional de-escalation

Syria’s foreign minister met with an Israeli delegation in Paris on Tuesday to discuss de-escalation and non-interference in Syrian affairs, state news agency SANA reported. The US-mediated talks yielded agreements aimed at regional stability. Washington

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Mexico president denies US claims of a joint anti-cartel operation

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Tuesday denied a DEA announcement of a joint operation against cartel "gatekeepers" on the border. She said they haven't reached any agreement yet, contradicting the DEA's Monday description of a "bold bilateral ini

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‘Unravelling of international humanitarian law’: Deadliest year yet for aid workers

Africa • 9:51 PM

The world is becoming increasingly dangerous for humanitarian workers. New data from the Aid Worker Security Report reveals that a record 383 aid workers were killed in the line of duty last year. On World Humanitarian Day, we speak with the report’s aut

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Gambling emerges as a public health issue in Kenya

In Kenya, gambling is increasingly being recognised as a public health issue. More and more people are being drawn to games of chance and sports betting in the hopes of hitting the jackpot. However, many punters are finding themselves trapped in addictio

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Hurricane Erin heads towards eastern US coast, threatens major storm surge

Hurricane Erin churned slowly toward the eastern US coast Tuesday, generating dangerous surf and rip currents that prompted dozens of rescues. While forecast to remain offshore, its outer bands threaten tropical-storm-force winds and life-threatening swe

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France probes death of streamer during live broadcast

French authorities have opened an investigation into the death of a 46-year old man during a live stream on the Kick platform. Raphaël Graven had amassed hundreds of thousands of followers on social media after starring in live video streams during which

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Security guarantees for Ukraine still unclear after Washington summit

A day after Trump pledged security guarantees to help end the war in Ukraine at an extraordinary White House summit, the path to peace remained uncertain as the US and allies prepared to work out what military support for Ukraine might include.

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France slams Netanyahu's 'abject' claim that recognising Palestinian state is fuelling anti-Semitism

After Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday sent a letter accusing Emmanuel Macron of fuelling anti-Semitism in France by calling for the recognition of a Palestinian state, the French presidency snapped back with a statement calling the Israeli leader's claims

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The future of Donbas at stake in Ukraine negotiations

Our colleagues at France 2 report from the Donbas. Russian President Vladimir Putin made it clear in his meeting with US President Donald Trump in Alaska last week: full control of this strategic, symbolic territory is his condition to end the war.

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French presidency says Netanyahu's anti-semitism claim is 'abhorrent'

France on Tuesday slammed as "abhorrent" and "erroneous" Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's accusation of antisemitism against President Emmanuel Macron's move to recognise a Palestinian state. FRANCE 24's Noga Tarnopolsky reports from Jerusalem

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Countries that 'don't prevent the Gaza genocide are complicit with Israel', activist says

Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen about the destruction of the Gaza strip, Israeli columnist and activist Gershon Baskin says that 'the countries of the world that have relations with Israel and that don't use their leverage to stop the Gaza genocide [

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Hong Kong builds artificial nests to save endangered cockatoos

Pacific Asia • 5:56 PM

Researchers in Hong Kong are installing artificial nest boxes to help yellow-crested cockatoos breed after most natural cavities were lost to typhoons and tree cutting. The species is endangered, with only about 150 in the city and around 2,000 worldwide

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Spain continues to battle destructive wildfires even as heatwave eases

Europe • 5:34 PM

Spain was still battling several wildfires on Tuesday that have ravaged a record area of land, said to be more than twice the size of metropolitan London. The country has grappled with a 16-day scorching heatwave, which is just starting to ease.

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Ex-Mali PM Choguel Kokalla Maiga jailed on public funds embezzlement charges

Africa • 4:41 PM

Choguel Kokalla Maiga, the ex-prime minister of Mali, was formally charged with embezzlement of public funds and placed in prison on Tuesday – deepening concerns over mounting political repression under the country’s ruling military junta. Maiga was sack

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India's Modi meets China's foreign minister as Asian powers rebuild ties

Pacific Asia • 4:34 PM

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met China’s top diplomat on Tuesday and hailed the “steady progress” made in improving the bilateral relationship after a yearslong standoff between the nuclear-armed Asian powers. Story by Emrald Maxwell.

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Trump plans Putin-Zelensky meeting while affirming security guarantees

One of the most consequential takeaways from Monday's meetings at the White House was the plan for a meeting between Volodymyr Zelensky and Vladimir Putin. German Chancellor Friederich Merz says that summit is tentatively planned to take place within two

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Gaza: The world waits on Israel's response to a ceasefire deal proposal the Hamas has accepted

Qatar stressed the urgency of brokering a ceasefire in Gaza after Hamas showed a “positive response” to a proposal, but Israel has yet to weigh in as its military prepares an offensive on some of the territory's most populated areas. Details by FRANCE 24

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DR Congo and M23 rebels miss peace deal deadline but will continue talks

The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda-backed M23 rebels were meant to finalise a peace agreement by August 18, according to an earlier commitment signed in July. Though the two parties have missed the deadline, Qatar, who is mediating the talks, sa

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What does the Gaza hostage deal accepted by Hamas include?

Mediators were awaiting an Israeli response Tuesday to a fresh Gaza ceasefire plan, a day after Hamas accepted the proposal and signalled its readiness for a new round of talks aimed at ending nearly two years of war. What exactly is included in this pla

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Israel demands release of all hostages as it reviews Hamas ceasefire response

A senior Israeli official told AFP on Tuesday that the government had not changed its stance on a potential ceasefire deal and that it demanded the release of all hostages held in the Gaza Strip. On Monday, Hamas agreed to a deal that would see only a pa

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From graffiti to murder: How Iran lures Israeli citizens into spy missions

Dozens of Israeli citizens face trial for allegedly working for Iranian agents online, carrying out acts from vandalism to assassination plots. Experts say Tehran targeted societal weak points, exploiting frustrations and divisions to manipulate recruits

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India's Modi to meet China's top diplomat as both powers rebuild ties

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet with China’s top diplomat on Tuesday in a sign of easing tensions between the nuclear-armed neighbors after several years-long standoff between the Asian powers. Details by FRANCE 24 correspondent in New Delh

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