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Zverev ends wait for Grand Slam title with French Open triumph

The second seed became the first German man to win a major tournament since Boris Becker at the 1996 Australian Open with a 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7 (5/7), 6-1 win after four hours and 16 minutes on Court Philippe Chatrier.

It was Zverev's fourth Grand Slam final and second at Roland Garros after some heartbreaking near misses in his career.

Cobolli, the 10th seed, was bidding to become the first Italian man to win the French Open in 50 years.

The 24-year-old had never even played a Slam semi-f...

Armenia: Moscow, Meddling & the Mountain • FRANCE 24 English

Taline Papazian is a French Armenian political scientist and strategic affairs analyst covering Armenia and South Caucasus. She is also Director of the Armenia Peace Initiative Think Tank.
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French Open: German Alexander Zverev beats Flavio Cobolli to claim first Grand Slam title

Kosovo: Former President warns of the cost of political deadlock • FRANCE 24 English

"Enough is Enough" The words of Gezim Selimi, a retired teacher in Pristina as he voted today in the Kosovo elections. He was one of a snap shot of voters questioned by journalists about what it like to be voting again in Kosovo. Jakob Weizman covers European Politics for Politico.
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Mélenchon takes on the EU

He called for a Europe 'free from the destructive principles of liberalism'

The Guardian view on the French presidential election campaign: only the far right will profit from division | Editorial

Mainstream politicians should remember that in the battle to defeat Jordan Bardella or Marine Le Pen, unity is strengthLess than a year before the most important French presidential election in the history of the Fifth Republic, the phoney war is almost over. On 7 July, a court will decide whether to uphold Marine Le Pen’s appeal against a fraud conviction and a five-year ban from public office. Should she lose, her party’s 30‑year‑old president, Jordan Bardella, will be confirmed a...

Ukraine accuses Russia of deliberately striking storage facility near Chernobyl | DW News

Ukraine says Russia has crossed a “dangerous line” after a drone hit a nuclear fuel storage site near the decommissioned Chernobyl power plant. Buildings were damaged but radiation levels remain normal, though the United Nation’s atomic watchdog calls the incident “deeply concerning.”

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Latest news bulletin | June 7th, 2026 – Evening

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Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 7th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

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From pew to pitch, Cameroonian priest builds bridges in French banlieue

In Trappes, one of France's most culturally diverse working-class suburbs – known as banlieues – faith leaders are finding unexpected ways to bring communities together. A Cameroonian-born priest not only fills his church each Sunday, he also hosts interfaith football matches.

Hard-left Mélenchon launches 2027 campaign with broadside against National Rally

Jean-Luc Melenchon has launched his presidential campaign on Sunday with a rally in Saint-Denis, a Paris suburb that has become both a stronghold for the hard-left France Unbowed (LFI) party and a symbol of the “New France” he hopes to champion.

Thousands march for French schoolgirl murdered after police failed to question suspect

Jérôme Barella had been accused of rape in months before murder but series of delays meant police had failed to summon him for questioningThousands of mourners have turned out for a silent march for a 11-year-old schoolgirl whose murder prompted widespread outrage when it emerged police had failed to question the suspected killer about previous child sexual abuse allegations.The parents of the girl, who has been named only as Lyhanna, led the cortege on Sunday in the south-western village of ...

Armenia's parliamentary election a vote on nation's 'geopolitical future' • FRANCE 24 English

Armenians voted on Sunday in a parliamentary election seen as a test of the government's efforts to forge a peace deal following a crushing military defeat by Azerbaijan three years ago. "This is really a vote on the geopolitical future of Armenia and its ties with Russia," FRANCE 24's Philip Turle said in an analysis. He pointed to Armenia's shift away from Russia, a trend that dates back to its defeat by Azerbaijan and was accelerated by the war in Ukraine, which has diverted Russia's atten...

Thousands gather for march for French girl whose killing sparked outrage over lapses

The parents of an 11-year-old girl, named as Lyhanna, joined thousands of people in the southwestern French town of Fleurance on Sunday for a silent march in her memory, as outrage spread over systemic failures blamed for her suspected killing.

David Lammy tells JD Vance he's wrong over immigration comments | BBC Newscast

Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy has told the US Vice President JD Vance "he was wrong" to say mass migration was to blame for Henry Nowak's murder in a phone call.

On this episode of Newscast, Laura, Henry and Joe discuss the relationship between the two of them, why that American politicians are talking so much about the UK and Europe.

We also look at what’s taking the government so long to publish its Defence Investment Plan.

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NATO drills: France to test AI battlefield tech as alternative to US system

Arcadia, developed with French firms, is a European response to Maven, an AI command and control system used by NATO that was developed by the US company Palantir.

France and Cyprus to sign defense pact for French deployment to island

France and Cyprus will sign on Monday a status of forces agreement allowing Paris to station troops on the Mediterranean island, two senior Cypriot government officials told POLITICO.



The agreement will be signed by French Armed Forces Minister Catherine Vautrin and Cypriot Defense Minister Vasilis Palmas in Nicosia, as both will attend the informal European Foreign Affairs Council meeting in its defense configuration the same day.



The agreement “will provide for the presence of French...

The week in pictures: Paris bridge transformed, French Open finals and Albania protests 'Kushner Island'

French artist JR transformed the Pont-Neuf bridge in Paris into a cave with an ambitious installation, Albanian protesters rallied against a Trump family luxury resort in a nature preserve and Russia's Mirra Andreeva took the women's singles title at the French Open. FRANCE 24 looks back at some of the week's most striking images.

Residents of French village say US defense chief Hegseth is not welcome for D-Day visit

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Saturday marked the 82nd anniversary of the World War II D-Day landings with a visit to Normandy, but did not attend the international ceremony hosted in Langrune-sur-Mer. Residents said his "warlike views" were unwelcome in their village and questioned his commitment to "democratic values".

Paris frozen in time in May 1970 – in pictures

In March 1970, Paris announced an amateur photography competition C’était Paris en 1970 to create an archive of a city undergoing a proliferation of large-scale urban development projects. A grid system divided the city into 1,755 squares and a photographer was charged with documenting each square during May 1970. Some of the 91,655 photographs taken are on display at the Bibliothèque Historique de la Ville de Paris until 7 October 2026 Continue reading...

Ukraine fires new wave of drones at St. Petersburg | DW News

Ukraine has again attacked targets in and around the Russian city of St. Petersburg - setting an oil refinery alight and reportedly killing one person. The drone attacks are targeting Vladimir Putin's home city while it hosts a prestigious international business summit. Earlier this week, a similar strike damaged another oil terminal, sending plumes of black smoke into the skies over the city. The barrage of attacks has forced St. Petersburg to close its airport several times during the econo...

Protesters decry Kushner-linked resort plan near an Albanian wetland

Thousands of Albanians took to the streets of Tirana in the largest protest this week against a plan by a company linked to Trump's son-in-law to build a luxury resort in an environmentally sensitive area.

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Bernadette Chirac, Formidable Ex-First Lady of France, Dies at 93

Long seen as the cool, coifed wife of the president, she emerged as a political player in her own right, as well as a relentless champion of charities.

Pope Leo urges end to polarization on Spain visit | DW News

Pope Leo has begun an official visit to Spain and stepped into Spanish politics by urging an end to polarisation. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has been fighting a series of corruption allegations and sinking popularity fueled in part by Spain's highly charged political atmosphere.

00:00 Pope Leo urges end to polarization on Spain visit
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Bernadette Chirac, formidable former first lady of France, dies aged 93

Widow of French ex-president Jacques Chirac was a steely behind-the-scenes operator known for her charity workBernadette Chirac, the formidable widow of the former French president Jacques Chirac and a driving force behind his political rise, has died at the age of 93.As France’s first lady for 12 years, Chirac was a steely behind-the-scenes operator in support of her husband, who served twice as prime minister, 18 years as mayor of Paris and two terms as president. Continue reading...

Former first lady of France, Bernadette Chirac, dies aged 93

President Emmanuel Macron confirmed her death Saturday, saying he and his wife Brigitte had learned with “great sadness” of the passing of a woman who marked French history beside Jacques Chirac, who died in 2019, and changed the lives of millions of patients through her charitable work.

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Pope Leo XIV urges Spain to stop 'fanning the flames of polarization' | DW News

Pope Leo XIV has urged Spaniards to avoid “fanning the flames of polarization” as he began his weeklong visit to Spain.
The Pontiff’s visit comes at a time of political turmoil for the Socialist-led government and a credibility crisis for the Catholic Church.

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Estonia's former President on lessons learnt in dealing with Putin • FRANCE 24 English

Toomas Hendrik Ilves served as Estonian President for a decade between 2006 and 2016.
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Teen queen Andreeva crushes Chwalinska to claim her first French Open crown

Nineteen-year-old Mirra Andreeva swept past qualifier Maja Chwalinska on Saturday to claim her first French Open title. 

D-Day 82nd anniversary honoured in France

World leaders and the last remaining veterans gathered in Normandy on Saturday to mark the 82nd anniversary of the D-Day landings. Commemorations in Langrune-sur-Mer and Colleville-sur-Mer paid tribute to the 160,000 Allied troops who launched the liberation of Europe in 1944.

Andreeva already eyeing second Grand Slam title after French Open triumph

The 19-year-old became the youngest women's champion at Roland Garros in 34 years with a dominant 6-3, 6-2 victory over Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska in the final.

Andreeva, who will climb to sixth in the WTA rankings on Monday, is not planning to rest on her laurels ahead of the grass-court season and Wimbledon, where she lost in the quarter-finals last year.

"These feelings are something extra special," said the triumphant eighth seed.

"And honestly, now I'm already thinking of how I...

Chwalinska hopes historic French Open final run can inspire

Chwalinska became the first qualifier to reach the final at Roland Garros since the Open era began, but came up short in her bid for a historic Grand Slam crown as she lost to eighth seed Mirra Andreeva 6-3, 6-2 in the title-decider on Saturday.

After years on the lower-tier circuit, 24-year-old Chwalinska's charge to the final, in what was just her third main draw appearance at a major, has captivated the tennis world and catapulted the previously unheralded Pole into the spotlight.

But C...

Hegseth invokes immigration and ‘invasion’ in D-Day speech in France

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth used a D-Day anniversary speech on Saturday to appear to link immigration by sea to the wartime liberation of Europe, warning that the freedom won by Allied troops could prove temporary if leaders failed to defend it.

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Hegseth says Europe faces 'invasion' of dangerous ideologies

Pete Hegseth warned that Europe faces what he called an invasion of dangerous ideologies arriving by sea, linking immigration to the legacy of the D-Day landings in remarks in Normandy.

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Seixas eyes 'progress' test before Tour de France debut

Eighth last year — when he finished "exhausted" — the Decathlon CMA CGM leader returns determined to measure his progress and, crucially, his ability to recover over a demanding week.

"Among the favourites, yes, but not the favourite," Seixas said on Saturday in Voiron, between Lyon and Grenoble.

"The race will be very open. Of course I want to win, but my priority is to evaluate the benefits of my altitude camp in Spain," the 19-year-old added.

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Latest news bulletin | June 6th, 2026 – Evening

Latest news bulletin | June 6th, 2026 – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 6th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

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From Siberia to French Open title, Andreeva lives 'dream'

She started playing tennis with her older sister Erika, also now a professional player, in Krasnoyarsk, some 4,000 kilometres east of Moscow.

"I've been watching Roland Garros on TV since I was very, very young, so it's also a big dream of mine to win this tournament and I honestly cannot believe that I'm holding this trophy right now," Andreeva said after her final win at Roland Garros.

The current world number eight was just 16 when she made her Grand Slam debut in Paris in 2023, already...

Andreeva wins French Open as Chwalinska fairytale ends

Teenager Mirra Andreeva fulfils her huge potential with a first Grand Slam title as Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska is denied a fairytale French Open victory.

U.S. strikes Iranian radar sites after drone attack | Reuters World News

U.S. forces strike Iranian radar sites after Iran fired drones toward the Strait of Hormuz. Wall Street falls sharply after a hot jobs report stokes fears of a Fed rate hike. California and New York prepare a lawsuit to block Paramount Skydance's takeover of Warner Bros. Plus, Cape Verde gets ready for its World Cup debut.

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Andreeva wins first Grand Slam title at French Open

The 19-year-old Russian beat Chwalinska 6-3, 6-2 to become the youngest Roland Garros women's singles champion since Monica Seles, then aged 18, won her third straight title in Paris in 1992.

With her first-ever major crown, Andreeva also became the first player, man or woman, born after 2005 to win a Grand Slam.

The Coupe Suzanne Lenglen will now take centre spot in Andreeva's burgeoning trophy cabinet, which already features two WTA 1000 titles.

"I've been watching Roland Garros on TV s...

Late French president Chirac's widow dies aged 93: daughter

She "passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in the evening" on Friday, said Claude Chirac. Bernadette Chirac had just turned 93 on May 18, she added.

Her charismatic husband served as president from 1995-2007, famously opposing the US-led invasion of Iraq in 2003. Jacques Chirac died in 2019.

She also stood by her late husband despite his notorious romantic affairs with other women, something both referred to in their memoirs.

She lived to see her husband become the first preside...

Andreeva wins first Grand Slam title at French Open

The 19-year-old Russian beat Chwalinska 6-3, 6-2 to become the youngest Roland Garros women's singles champion since Monica Seles, then aged 18, won her third straight title in Paris in 1992.

With her first-ever major crown, Andreeva also became the first player, man or woman, born after 2005 to win a Grand Slam.

The Coupe Suzanne Lenglen will now take centre spot in Andreeva's burgeoning trophy cabinet, which already features two WTA 1000 titles.

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French Open: Russia's Mirra Andreeva beats Maja ‌Chwalinska to win her first Grand Slam title

Brooklyn Rivera mourned by exiled daughter as Nicaragua holds remains

The daughter of Nicaraguan opposition leader Brooklyn Rivera held a memorial service for her father in San Jose, Costa Rica, after being denied entry to her home country to say her final goodbyes.

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A look back at French former first lady Bernadette Chirac's legacy

Bernadette Chirac, the steel-willed former first lady of France who spent 12 years at the Élysée Palace from 1995 to 2007 beside President Jacques Chirac – weathering his notorious infidelities with dry humor while building her own political power base in rural France – has died. She was 93. FRANCE 24's Philip Turle breaks down her legacy.

A look back at French former first lady Bernadette Chirac's legacy • FRANCE 24 English

Bernadette Chirac, the steel-willed former first lady of France who spent 12 years at the Élysée Palace from 1995 to 2007 beside President Jacques Chirac – weathering his notorious infidelities with dry humor while building her own political power base in rural France – has died. She was 93. FRANCE 24's Philip Turle breaks down her legacy.
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Hegseth blasts ‘invasion’ of migrants on Europe’s beaches in D-Day speech in France

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth on Saturday marked the 82nd anniversary of the World War II D-Day landings in France with a speech that bemoaned the "invasion" of "boats and men" on Europe's beaches. In his address at a US military cemetery in Normandy, Hegseth called on allies to contribute more for their defence. 

Bernadette Chirac, France’s formidable former first lady, dies aged 93

Bernadette Chirac, the formidable former first lady of France who spent 12 years at the Élysée Palace beside President Jacques Chirac while forging her own political identity and transforming a children’s hospital charity into a national institution, has died aged 93.

Bernadette Chirac, former first lady of France, dies aged 93 • FRANCE 24 English

Bernadette Chirac, the steel-willed former first lady of France who spent 12 years at the Élysée Palace from 1995 to 2007 beside President Jacques Chirac while building her own political power in rural Corrèze and turning a children’s hospital charity into a national institution, has died. She was 93.
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Bernadette Chirac, former first lady of France, dies aged 93

Bernadette Chirac, the steel-willed former first lady of France who spent 12 years at the Élysée Palace from 1995 to 2007 beside President Jacques Chirac while building her own political power in rural Corrèze and turning a children’s hospital charity into a national institution, has died. She was 93.

French Open women's final set to make history as Chwalinska faces Andreeva

The French Open women's final is guaranteed to make history, with Poland's Maja Chwalinska aiming to become the first qualifier to win the title and Russia's Mirra Andreeva seeking to become the youngest champion since 1992. The match takes place on Saturday at Roland Garros. FRANCE 24's Jamaes Vasina reports.

Former French first lady dies at 93: Bernadette Chirac, a 'discreet force'

Bernadette Chirac, the steel-willed former first lady of France who spent 12 years at the Élysée Palace from 1995 to 2007 beside president Jacques Chirac while building her own political power in rural Corrèze and turning a children’s hospital charity into a national institution, has died. She was 93. Beloved by many, Bernadette was a "discreet force" and the "rock" on which her husband's political career was based on, according to Paul Smith, head of modern languages and associate professor...

Paris celebrates love at the 2026 ‘Nuit Blanche’ all-night art festival

The 25th annual Nuit Blanche (White Night) contemporary art festival will transform Paris into a giant artistic playground on Saturday. This year's artistic director, Barbara Butch, has been given carte blanche to curate the all-night event, which will feature nearly 200 free installations focused on love, celebration and collective creativity.   

Ukraine launches large-scale drone attack as Putin meets Schröder

Ukraine launches large-scale drone attack as Putin meets Schröder

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said "it is time to end this war" after confirming he had ordered the strike on Russian targets, including naval and energy sites across the west of the country.

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Montenegro the cookie of the Balkans: 'If you like it, you take more,' PM tells Euronews

Montenegro the cookie of the Balkans: 'If you like it, you take more,' PM tells Euronews

'Cookie of the Balkans' Montenegro can revitalise the EU enlargement process for the rest of candidates, as PM doubles down on 2028 entry.

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Zverev eyeing Grand Slam breakthrough in French Open final against Cobolli

The 29-year-old German was widely tipped as a future multiple major champion and the leader of the 'NextGen' to challenge the 'Big Three' of Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer almost 10 years ago.

He missed his chances in that era, then watched as Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz emerged to mop up 11 Slam titles between them.

But Zverev has a golden opportunity at Roland Garros to finally end his wait to triumph at tennis' top table, after making serene progress in Paris with a...

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Lebanon considers its largest amnesty in 35 years but some are protesting

Lebanon's largest amnesty since the end of its devastating 1975-90 civil war is expected to occur in the coming weeks, once parliament approves it and the president signs it. The law would replace death sentences, reduce life sentences and eventually lead to the release of convicted militants and drug dealers while excluding crimes such as rape, human trafficking, corruption, funding acts of terrorism and premeditated murder.

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Bernadette Chirac, widow of former French president, dies at 93

Voters in Kosovo will head to the polls this weekend for the third time in 18 months

Voters in Kosovo are heading to the polls this weekend for the third time in 18 months. Frustration is growing over a political impasse in the small Balkan country, which aspires to move closer to the European Union and NATO. (AP video shot by: Florent Bajrami)


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Alexander Zverev closes in on first major title after reaching French Open final

Alexander Zverev fended off first-time semi-finalist Jakub Menšík in four sets (7-5, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3) to reach the French Open final. A long-awaited first Grand Slam title is now in sight for the German.

Armenia prepares for an election that could reshape ties with Moscow and the West

Armenia's parliamentary elections Sunday will focus on its geopolitical future as Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan seeks closer ties with the EU and the U.S. That is despite Armenia's longstanding relations with Russia that are favored by most of the country's opposition parties. (AP video shot by: Kostya Manenkov)

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Giant banquets rile radical left in France

The feasting phenomenon run by Le Canon Français has become a hot political issue.

Leaked list reveals US withdrawal plans — what it means for Europe and NATO | DW News

Reports about a possible US troop reduction in Europe are raising new questions about the future of NATO and transatlantic security. A leaked list, reported by the German newspaper Die Welt, suggests key military capabilities could be affected — but how serious is the situation really? In this interview, German lawmaker Christoph Schmid explains why Europe is concerned, whether NATO can fill potential gaps, and how prepared Germany and its allies are to take on more responsibility.

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Spain's PM under pressure: Can Pedro Sánchez survive another scandal? | DW News

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez is facing mounting political pressure as corruption investigations involving family members, former allies and senior Socialist Party figures continue to dominate headlines.

At the same time, Pope Leo is about to go to Spain for a high-profile visit that is expected to focus on migration, social justice and Spain's role in Europe.

Can the Pope's visit help shift the political conversation? Or is Sánchez facing the most serious challenge of his premiershi...

Rama alleges 'hybrid war' behind protests against Kushner-linked coastal development

Rama alleges 'hybrid war' behind protests against Kushner-linked coastal development

The luxury venture, spanning a protected island and a stretch of seafront on the southern coast, has drawn opposition from environmental campaigners and critics of Prime Minister Edi Rama, who sees external interference.

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Albania's Edi Rama tells Euronews there is 'no alternative' to EU accession

Albania's Edi Rama tells Euronews there is 'no alternative' to EU accession

In a wide-ranging interview with Euronews, Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama said there is no alternative for his country to EU accession. He also warned about the risks posed by anti-EU forces and “third actors” operating in the Western Balkans.

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The US Supreme Court approves an Alabama voter map that erases a majority-Black district | DW News

The US Supreme Court has cleared the way for Alabama to use a pro-Republican congressional map that eliminates one of two districts where Black voters make up a majority or near-majority. The ruling gives a boost to President Donald Trump as his party defends its control of Congress in November's midterm elections.
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California to decide soon whether to seek to block Paramount deal

A group of US states including California and New York are preparing a lawsuit to block Paramount Skydance's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros, sources familiar with ​the matter said.

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France Opens Investigation Into Israeli Treatment of Pro-Palestinian Flotilla Activists

Activists who were detained with a flotilla trying to reach the Gaza Strip have said they were abused while in Israel’s custody. Israeli authorities have denied mistreating them.

What do we know about Xi Jinping's North Korea visit?

China said on President Xi Jinping would visit North Korea on a two-day trip from June 8, his first in nearly seven years. Here's a look at why is it happening now.

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Why Ivanka’s Albanian Dream is a Protestors Nightmare • FRANCE 24 English

Erisa Kryeziu is an Albanian journalist for the independent media outlet Citizens.AL, based in Albania. She's reported on the ground on the protests against the construction activity.
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Mali jails French diplomat for 20 years for 'undermining state security,' sources say

Under junta chief Assimi Goita, the country has turned its back on the West, especially France, in favour of closer ties with Russia.

Zverev says no advantage for Cobolli in French Open final despite walkover

Second seed Zverev eased into his fourth Grand Slam final with a four-set win over Jakub Mensik and will take on Cobolli on Sunday as he eyes a long-awaited first major title.

Italian 10th seed Cobolli did not even have to play his semi-final after Arnaldi pulled out shortly before their scheduled match due to illness.

"Not really, because I feel fine," Zverev said when asked if he thinks Cobolli has an advantage.

"I didn't have brutally long matches. I honestly feel like I could play aga...

Senate passes $70B immigration enforcement bill funding ICE and Border Patrol

The Senate passed legislation to fund President Donald Trump’s immigration enforcement agencies early Friday, after weeks of delays and fierce backlash to an unrelated $1.776 billion settlement fund that threatened to derail the bill.

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French diplomat in Mali sentenced to 20 years in prison for 'undermining state security'

A court in Mali has sentenced a French intelligence agent with diplomatic status to 20 years in prison for “undermining state security”, judicial sources said Friday, in a ruling that further strains already fraught relations between the West African junta-led state and its former colonial ruler France.

Zverev to face Cobolli in French Open final after beating Mensik

The German will face 10th seed Cobolli on Sunday after securing a 7-5, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 victory over Mensik.

Cobolli did not even have to play his first Grand Slam semi-final, as his last-four opponent and fellow Italian Matteo Arnaldi withdrew from the tournament shortly before the match due to illness.

Zverev has endured several near misses at the majors, with three previous final defeats, including against Carlos Alcaraz at Roland Garros two years ago.

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Cobolli to face Zverev in French Open final as Arnaldi withdraws

Cobolli, the 10th seed, was due to be playing in his first Grand Slam semi-final but will instead benefit from some extra rest ahead of Sunday's final.

"It's tough for me to speak also. When he came to me an hour ago I almost cried," said Cobolli of his friend Arnaldi, as they held a joint press conference while sitting three metres apart.

"I was ready to play this match and when he came I was completely sad for him, but at the same time of course I'm really happy for the result that I rea...

Zverev sees off Mensik to reach French Open final

Second seed Alexander Zverev beat the 26th seed Jakub Mensik in four sets on Friday to advance to the men's singles final at the French Open in Paris.

Why is Paris's oldest bridge called the 'New Bridge'?

🌉 A runway for a Louis Vuitton show, covered entirely in fabric as part of two artistic installations, home to a now-demolished water pump... the oldest bridge in Paris, Pont Neuf, has seen it all. Why, then, does its name translate to "New Bridge"? FRANCE 24's Tanishk Saha explains.

Parisians will be able to swim for a second year in the Seine

Parisians will once again be able to swim in the Seine this summer, city officials said Friday, building on the success of last year's historic reopening of the river after a century-long ban and a massive clean-up effort ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics.

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French sons of slave traders and enslaved unite to seek a path to justice

In Nantes, France's largest slave port, the descendant of a slave-trading family has joined forces with a man whose ancestors were enslaved to help repair the enduring legacy of slavery from the grassroots up.

Zverev eases past Mensik to reach second French Open final

The German will face either 10th seed Flavio Cobolli or his fellow Italian Matteo Arnaldi on Sunday after securing a 7-5, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 victory over Mensik.

Zverev has endured several near misses at major tournaments, with three previous final defeats, including against Carlos Alcaraz at Roland Garros two years ago.

"This is a Grand Slam, it's best of five, things are going to happen, opponents are going to play better. I managed it," said Zverev.

"I hope to play another great match on Su...

Zverev eases past Mensik in French Open semifinals, in striking distance of elusive Grand Slam title

Germany's Alexander Zverev on Friday moved within one win of his first Grand Slam title by beating Czech Jakub Mensik in four sets to reach the French Open final. The second seed will face either Flavio Cobolli or Matteo Arnaldi after a 7-5, 6-2, 3-6, 6-3 victory as he chases a long-awaited crown at the majors.

Why is Pope Leo going to the Canary Islands?

Pope Leo XIV is delving into the hotly contested issue of migration by visiting Spain’s Canary Islands in the Atlantic next week.

These rocky, remote outposts of Europe have seen the arrival of tens of thousands of mostly African migrants through some of the world’s deadliest migration routes. Even as numbers decreased this year, especially in the Canaries, the issue continues to roil politics.

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Zelenskyy to meet Macron, Merz and Starmer in London on Sunday, France says

Ukraine recaptured more territory than it lost to Russian forces in May for the second straight month, an analysis of data from the Institute for the Study of War carried out by the AFP news agency showed earlier this month.

Holocaust remembrance: Newly discovered photos illustrate previously-unknown roundup of French Jews

François Picard is pleased to welcome Dr. Jean-Marc Dreyfus, Historian, Professor of Modern History at the University of Manchester, Chief Editor of 'La Revue d'Histoire de la Shoah' and one of the curators of the Shoah Memorial in Paris photography exhibit highlighting the discovery of 98 previously unknown photographs documenting the May 14, 1941 roundup of foreign Jews in Paris. It represents one of the most significant visual revelations in Holocaust historiography in recent years, the i...

FRANCE 24 journalists forced to sign NDA after asking about open letter against media mogul Bolloré

Two FRANCE 24 journalists were forced to sign a non-disclosure agreement after asking an actor about an open letter protesting the growing role of far-right billionaire Vincent Bolloré in French cinema. Signed by hundreds of industry professionals, the letter prompted the head of the Canal+ Group – France’s largest film financier – to announce it would no longer work with the signatories. 

France opens torture, 'war crime' probe over Israel's treatment of Gaza flotilla activists

Outcry over judicial missteps linked to missing girl prompts French govt reckoning

French Prime ⁠Minister Sebastien Lecornu summoned ​the interior minister, the justice minister and others on Friday over the ​case of a missing 11-year-old girl that has sparked an outcry over judicial missteps and missed opportunities to intervene, the government said. Lyhanna, currently identified only by ​her ‌first name, was reported missing in her small southern ⁠French town of Fleurance on May 29 after she left her middle school in the ‌afternoon. The suspect arrested in the case, the ...

Outcry over judicial missteps linked to missing girl prompts French govt reckoning • FRANCE 24

French Prime ⁠Minister Sebastien Lecornu summoned ​the interior minister, the justice minister and others on Friday over the ​case of a missing 11-year-old girl that has sparked an outcry over judicial missteps and missed opportunities to intervene, the government said. Lyhanna, currently identified only by ​her ‌first name, was reported missing in her small southern ⁠French town of Fleurance on May 29 after she left her middle school in the ‌afternoon. The suspect arrested in the case, the f...

US imposes sanctions on Cuban president, Castro family members • FRANCE 24 English

The United States announced new sanctions Thursday on Cuba's president and some of his immediate family, alongside members of the Castro family, in Washington's latest ramping up of pressure on its communist-led neighbor. Among those targeted were the son and a grandson of former president Raul Castro, who no longer holds an official position but remains a key power-broker on the island.
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France's president blasts 'unacceptable' lapses over 11-year-old girl's suspected murderer

A girl, named in the press only as Lyhanna, went missing on 29 May near the town of Fleurance after she was last seen getting into a man's car.

From Siberia to French Open final, Andreeva living 'dream'

She started playing tennis with her older sister Erika, also now a professional player, in Krasnoyarsk, some 4,000 kilometres east of Moscow.

"I never actually thought that I would be able to win big tournaments or be in Grand Slam finals," she said after her semi-final win over Marta Kostyuk at Roland Garros.

"It was just all my dreams, everything that I have been dreaming of."

The current world number eight was just 16 when she made her Grand Slam debut in Paris in 2023, already under b...

France, Spain and allies say EU must stick to pro-electric car policy

With five allies across Europe, Paris and Madrid have a blocking minority in the Council

Chwalinska bidding to take final step at French Open against Andreeva

Chwalinska was roared on by thousands of Polish fans, who were perhaps expecting to be watching four-time champion Iga Swiatek, during her semi-final win over Diana Shnaider.

The 24-year-old is hoping to follow in the footsteps of Emma Raducanu, the only man or woman in the Open era to win a Grand Slam singles tournament as a qualifier.

"Let's not pretend someone expected it," admitted Chwalinska.

"I mean, I was outside (the) top 100, and now I'm in the finals of a Grand Slam, so I feel l...

Fury in France after child murder suspect's criminal record released

A man suspected of murdering an 11-year-old girl had previously been identified as a potential child molester, records show.

Former France rugby coach Saint-Andre eyes making history with Aix

The 59-year-old former star French wing, who had a less successful spell in charge of the national side (2012-15), said it had been an "enormous pleasure" to take on the task last year, build a team and all that came with it.

Aix will go into their first ever final -- they have been semi-finalists twice -- as underdogs but Saint-Andre said they have already defied that tag in beating Brive and Colomiers on their way to the final.

"It's crazy, a lot of people told me I was mad to come here,...

Macron invites club of Ukraine allies to attend Bastille Day

PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday invited Ukraine’s allies to attend France’s Bastille Day celebrations in Paris on July 14.



Speaking on the margins of the EU-Western Balkans summit in Montenegro, Macron said the so-called Coalition of the Willing nations would discuss support for Ukraine and attend France’s annual military parade.



Led by France and the U.K., the Coalition of the Willing is a loose alliance of over 30 countries aiming to provide Ukrai...

EU watchdog says von der Leyen should have kept Macron’s Mercosur text message

PARIS — The EU’s transparency watchdog has accused the Commission of maladministration after failing to keep a text message from French President Emmanuel Macron to Ursula von der Leyen, the head of the EU executive, urging a freeze in talks on a major trade deal with Latin America.



Macron’s text message in early 2024, exclusively reported by POLITICO, sought to halt talks on the trade accord with the Mercosur bloc within sight of the finish line. The deal was only approved at the be...