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Protests erupt over departure of Ukraine's defence minister

The latest cabinet reshuffle sparked rare wartime protests across Ukraine with demonstrators demanding that President Volodymyr Zelensky reappoint popular Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, who resigned on Wednesday. Ukraine's parliament voted Thursday to approve energy executive Sergiy Koretsky as prime minister.

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Canadian wildfire smoke pushes Toronto air quality to world's worst, reaches US

Toronto recorded among the worst air quality of all major cities worldwide on Wednesday as thick smoke from wildfires in Ontario blanketed its skyline and drifted into the US, prompting health warnings.

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Title holders Argentina seal spot in World Cup Final after a dramatic comeback

With his voice still shaking after Argentina’s stunning comeback against England, Albiceleste striker Lautaro Martinez described his side's journey as "incredible". The reigning World Cup champions will now look to defend their title against Spain on Sunday night. It sets up a eyewatering clash between star-player Lionel Messi and Spain's…

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Trump says Iran released 'wrongfully detained' American citizen

US President Donald Trump said Iran had released an American citizen detained since December 2024 and allowed her to leave the country, calling it a "gesture of goodwill" despite renewed hostilities between Washington and Tehran.

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'It is crazy': Argentina's Messi adds third final to his career after inspiring win against England

Lionel Messi edged Argentina closer to back-to-back World Cup titles with two late assists in a dramatic 2 to1 semi-final against England on Wednesday. The 39-year-old captain inspired the defending champions to overturn a one-goal deficit in the closing minutes, setting up Enzo Fernandez's equaliser before providing the cross for…

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US targets Iran's Qeshm island in the Strait of Hormuz

The United States ramped up attacks on Iran on Thursday, reportedly striking near Qeshm island and targets farther north – including around Tehran for the first time – as well as firing on a ship accused of trying to break the US naval blockade. Iran fired back by launching missiles…

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Ukraine defence minister resigns as part of Zelensky's cabinet reshuffle

Ukraine's Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov announced his resignation on Wednesday as part of President Volodymyr Zelensky's cabinet reshuffle, stepping down after overseeing a rapid expansion of drone warfare capabilities and military reforms during Russia's full-scale invasion.

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Exposing Wagner Group’s disinformation network across Africa

In this edition, FRANCE 24’s François Picard speaks to Léa Perruchon, Journalist with Forbidden Stories, who details how journalism, France's national security and their complex asylum policy clash. She also addresses Ephrem Yalike-Ngonzo – a participant in Russia's disinformation campaign in the Central African Republic who became a whistleblower. His…

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World Cup 2026: Argentina complete comeback to beat England and reach final

Argentina beat England 2-1 in a thrilling World Cup semi-final in Atlanta to book their place in the final against Spain as they chase back-to-back World Cup titles. After falling behind to Anthony Gordon's opener, the defending champions fought back with goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez in stoppage…

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No evidence Mitch McConnell’s ‘proof of life’ photo is fake or AI-generated

After weeks of speculation over his health after he hadn’t been seen in weeks, Republican Senator Mitch McConnell shared a "proof of life" photo showing himself alive and well in an apparent bid to silence the rumours. Instead, it fuelled a fresh wave of conspiracy theories.

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People globally view China's Xi more favourably than Donald Trump, Pew poll finds

More people have favourable views of China than the United States in 25 out of 36 countries and territories surveyed, including Canada and Mexico, according to a new poll by the Pew Research Center released on Wednesday. Views were also more favourable of Chinese leader Xi Jinping than US President…

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Kenya denies Rastafarians the right to smoke marijuana

In this edition, Kenya's Rastafarians lose a landmark court battle over the religious use of cannabis. Also, the continent's top cocoa producers join forces to process more of the seeds at home instead of exporting it raw. And on the beaches of Dakar, an environmental activist is turning heads in…

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'You cannot have a good assisted dying law without good palliative care'

For Spotlight, François Picard is pleased to welcome Anne Reynaud, Board Member of the Association for the Right to Die with Dignity. France's long awaited assisted dying legislation marks a profound shift in the country's approach to end of life care, but as Reynaud makes clear, the parliamentary vote is…

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US launches ‘wave of strikes’ on Iran, Tehran threatens to halt regional energy exports

The US military on Wednesday launched rare daytime attacks on Iran, including a 90-minute wave of strikes, as it reimposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports. Tehran responded with strikes on “US military targets” in Gulf states and threatened to halt energy exports in the region.

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Fast food nation? French chicken chain row gets political

On this particular television channel we do love covering the French and their love affair with fine food. But truth be told, eating habits here vary wildly be it by necessity, choice or habit. Don't say it too loudly but France boasts Europe’s highest number of McDonalds per person. So…

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Following years of wildfires, Europe must 'diversify' landscapes and strengthen land management

For Spotlight, François Picard is pleased to welcome Johan Sjöström, Senior Research Scientist at RISE Research Institutes of Sweden. He argues that the devastating wildfires affecting northern France are not an isolated anomaly but part of a "new normal" for Europe. His focus moves beyond extreme weather to examine the…

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England-Argentina: Albiceleste fight back to beat Three Lions and reach final

Argentina beat England 2-1 in the second World Cup 2026 semi-final in Atlanta to reach the final against Spain. The Three Lions took the lead through Anthony Gordon, but goals from Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez completed a late comeback for Lionel Messi's side. Relive the match with our minute-by-minute…

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Does Marco Rubio control Venezuela?

Does Marco Rubio covertly control Venezuela? A report from The New York Times suggests that the US Secretary of State now effectively controls the Latin American country's finances, the distribution of its natural resources and its government since the capture of Nicolas Maduro in January. FRANCE 24's Monte Francis speaks…

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Why the US is launching naval drones at Iran’s port city of Bandar Abbas

The US has pounded Iran’s southern port city of Bandar Abbas since Tehran and Washington renewed missile strikes last week, including an unprecedented sea drone attack on a submarine maintenance facility. We take a look at why this city of more than half a million people has become a prime…

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The Odyssey: Matt Damon, Lupita Nyong’o, Anne Hathaway relive the epic

In this edition, Critic Emma Jones tells us why Christopher Nolan’s take on the Greek epic was worth the wait – and the eye-watering budget – and how the themes of this ancient story still speak to contemporary audiences. The all-star cast includes Matt Damon as a world-weary Odysseus, Anne…

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Meet the millionaires investing in nature conservation

In France, a handful of wealthy entrepreneurs are buying up hundreds of hectares of land with the goal of letting nature reclaim its rightful place. Among them is Rodolphe Landemaine, an artisan baker at the helm of 30 bakeries in France and Japan. He routinely opens the doors to his…

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Norwegian Soren Waerenskjold wins fastest ever Tour de France stage

Norway's Soren Waerenskjold on Wednesday claimed his first stage victory, beating Belgian Jasper Philipsen in a ⁠mass sprint at the end of the 161km 11th stage from Vichy to Nevers. At an average speed of 50.91kph, it was the fastest stage in the race's history.

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Trump says ICE should continue traffic stops, contradicting earlier suspension

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) should continue to use traffic stops despite a decision the previous day to suspend the practice. The ban on vehicle stops came after an ICE agent fatally shot a Colombian driver in Maine and another motorist was…

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Bellingham-Messi duel to shape World Cup semi-final between England and Argentina

England's Jude Bellingham and Argentina legend Lionel Messi have both been inspirational in carrying their teams to the World Cup semi-finals. As they go head-to-head on Wednesday in Messi's first-ever encounter with the Three Lions, the battle of the two No.10s could be pivotal in deciding who goes on to…

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Expert warns 'European temperatures are warming the fastest'

In this edition, a climatologist talks to FRANCE 24 about our changing weather patterns and their effects on wildfires currently raging across Europe. Dr. Alan Kennedy-Asser, Senior researcher at the University of Bristol, sheds light on the issue against a backdrop of hundreds of French firefighters just managing to contain…

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