Starmer unveils fresh sanctions on Russian shadow fleet vessels and support for Ukrainian energy The prime minister, who set out the plans as he arrived in France for the G7 summit, warned that Putin’s ‘aggression threatens not just Ukraine, but the security of all Europe’ The Independent UK · Jun 15
Trump Insists White House UFC 250 Is a Bigger Deal Than Winning the FIFA World Cup Donald Trump hosted a UFC event at the White House before attending the G7 summit in France, sparking discussions on sports diplomacy and its impact on international relations. International Business Times UK · Jun 15
Fearsome France begin World Cup wary of over-confidence France come into this year's World Cup as one of the leading contenders for the trophy having reached the final of the last two editions, but Tuesday's opponents in their opening game, Senegal, serve as a warning of the dangers of over-confidence. Radio France Internationale · Jun 15
Iran war 'has been a strategic disaster for the State of Israel', analyst says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is on a collision course with Donald Trump as the US president seeks to extricate himself from the Iran war, with both men's goals unmet and Israeli military operations tied down in Lebanon. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney, Aaron David Miller, senior fellow at… France 24 · Jun 15
France vs Senegal: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, team news, TV, live stream, h2h results, odds today Les Bleus will hope to banish demons of their shock defeat in 2002 tournament opener Evening Standard · Jun 15
'Weak' Trump G7 Greeting With Emmanuel Macron Fuels Health Panic Over Discoloured Hands and Exhaustion President Trump's subdued appearance at the G7 summit in France raises questions about his health, contrasting with his historically dominant handshakes with President Macron. International Business Times UK · Jun 15
World Cup Champion Praises USMNT’s Christian Pulisic, Compares to Soccer Legend Christian Pulisic earned high praise from France’s all-time leading goalscorer, Olivier Giroud, after the USMNT’s opening match. Sports Illustrated · Jun 15
‘Kylian is Kylian’: Deschamps happy to shield Mbappé amid political scrutiny With France captain in spotlight at team hotel and in home press, head coach tries to pull focus before their World Cup opener against Senegal The Guardian - UK · Jun 15
Trump does not believe US would ‘need much help’ in Strait of Hormuz The UK and France have led plans for a defensive mission to protect and reassure vessels in the channel once hostilities are over. Evening Standard · Jun 15
AAP · Jun 15 Macron says France will not bend to US on digital tax France will not bend to pressure from US President Donald Trump and scrap its digital tax on US tech giants, President Emmanuel Macron says.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 15 Trump declares US-Iran peace deal ‘all signed’ as G7 leaders battle to tie up loose ends US president says strait of Hormuz will be open from Friday but questions remain over waterway fees and Israeli breaches of ceasefire in Lebanon
Sports Illustrated · Jun 15 France Predicted Lineup vs. Senegal: World Cup Group I One of the pre-tournament favorites begins its World Cup campaign against a dangerous Senegalese side.
International Business Times · Jun 15 Trump Threatens 100% Tariffs On French Wine, Champagne Over Digital Tax Dispute President Donald Trump has warned that France could face 100% tariffs on wine and champagne exports to the United States if it does not eliminate its digital services tax on American technology companies.
Evening Standard · Jun 15 France vs Senegal lineups: Confirmed team news, starting XIs, injury latest for World Cup today Didier Deschamps faced tough call over who to support Kylian Mbappe in star-studded Les Bleus attack
Cycling News · Jun 15 There were winners and losers at the Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, but mainly losers – including anyone hoping for a ramp-up in Tour de France tension Tadej Pogačar's domestique beating all of his rivals doesn't exactly bode well for the Tour and hopes of a more open race
The Economic Times · Jun 15 School assembly news headlines for June 16: Top national, international, business, sports update and thought of the day India and Slovakia elevate ties to a comprehensive partnership. A rival tutor accuses Khan Sir of murder. Delhi census Phase 1 records over 2.3 crore people. US manufacturing output remains unchanged. France and UK seek Hormuz deployment if a US-Iran ceasefire holds. Neeraj Chopra returns to action at the Doha…
Radio France Internationale · Jun 15 ‘No blank cheque' for president or government says Senegal’s Sonko In his first major international interview since becoming Speaker of Senegal's National Assembly, former prime minister Ousmane Sonko talks to RFI and sister channel France 24 about his split with his long-time ally President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. In the wide-reaching discussion, he also touches on the debt crisis, homosexuality legislation,…
France 24 · Jun 15 2026 World Cup set to be 'most polluting' sporting event in history The 2026 World Cup is bringing excitement to football fans around the world, but it will also come at a cost for the environment. The 2026 edition is officially projected to be the most polluting sporting event in history, with a total carbon footprint of 9 million tonnes of CO2,…
France 24 · Jun 15 Janis: An alternative pop transition Janis is an alternative pop and soul artist who will this week be releasing a stunning new album, "Cry With Us", through which she draws from her experience as a trans woman. She popped by the FRANCE 24 studios to chat to Marjorie Hache and share more about her story…
France 24 · Jun 15 Franco-German group unveils new battle tank at Eurosatory defence fair Franco-German defence group KNDS on Monday unveiled a new battle tank at the Eurosatory defence industry exhibition near Paris, a week after the two European countries dropped their joint FCAS fighter jet programme.