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French foreign minister makes rules-based order plea to global south over Ukraine

Jean-Noël Barrot tells G20 to prioritise those who support the law rather than power by force

The Guardian - UK · Feb 20, 2025

France hands over Port-Bouët military camp to the Ivorian army

In a symbolic ceremony this Thursday, France will officially transfer control of the Port-Bouët military camp to the Ivorian army. This marks a significant milestone in the restructuring of France's military presence in Africa. The handover reflects the evolving nature of military cooperation between the two nations and takes place…

Radio France Internationale · Feb 20, 2025

Kylian machine: Mbappé fires Madrid's Champions League rout of Manchester City

France skipper Kylian Mbappé was hailed in sports newpapers in France and Spain on Thursday for a dazzling hat trick in Real Madrid's 3-1 destruction of Manchester City in the second leg of their play-off to reach the last-16 Champions League.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 20, 2025

No pressure on Fin Smith to outdo Finn Russell in Calcutta Cup – Ollie Lawrence

An intriguing subplot to Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations showdown is the battle at number 10.

The Independent UK · Feb 19, 2025

Six Nations 2025 live streams – how to watch rugby union online, Round 5 fixtures, standings and permutations

Italy host Ireland, England head to Wales and Scotland visit France on Super Saturday –the final match day of the rip-roaring Guinness Six Nations 2025 championship. Here's our guide to how to watch Six Nations rugby union live streams online and for free.

Tom’s Guide · Feb 19, 2025

Is Nigeria in danger of a coup? What the country should do to avoid one – political analyst

African countries have had nine successful military coups since 2020. In west and central Africa, there have been at least 10 coup attempts in the same period. Those of Niger, Mali, Burkina Faso, Gabon and Guinea were successful. A number of social, economic and political factors have been identified as…

The Conversation · Feb 19, 2025

Argentine judges reject appeal against acquittal of rape case France rugby pair

Appeal court judges in Argentina on Wednesday confirmed the acquittal of the France international rugby players Hugo Auradou and Oscar Jégou in the aggravated rape case lodged against them last July.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 19, 2025

EU ramps up support for farmers with agricultural policy overhaul

The European Union is rolling out a new set of agricultural policies this Wednesday to support farmers, tackle unfair competition, and boost sustainability across the continent.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 19, 2025

Six Nations 2025: Marcus Smith retains place at full-back for England against Scotland

Steve Borthwick’s side looking to build on the victory over France

Evening Standard · Feb 19, 2025

Charlton v China: when football club sides and national teams collide

Plus: more beautiful league tables and the three players you can find in the artwork of Oasis’ debut album

The Guardian - UK · Feb 19, 2025