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France’s military withdrawal presents opportunities and risks to West African states

In early January, Côte d’Ivoire announced that French troops would be withdrawing from the country and the military base of Port-Bouët would be handed over to Côte d’Ivoire’s army. The announcement is part of a seismic shift in France’s decades-long presence across francophone Africa.

The Conversation · Jan 28, 2025

France ramps up diplomacy as M23 rebels advance in eastern DRC

President Emmanuel Macron is stepping up diplomatic efforts to address the worsening crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), where violence between the Congolese army and M23 rebels has displaced hundreds of thousands. The rebels are reportedly supported by Rwandan forces, a claim Kigali denies.

Radio France Internationale · Jan 28, 2025

How to watch the 2025 Six Nations: live stream every match online— round two results, next fixtures, players to watch

After two rounds, Ireland are comfortably at the top of the Six Nations table – here's how you can watch every match live and for free wherever you are in the world.

Tom’s Guide · Jan 28, 2025

Six Nations 2025: Fixtures, results, TV coverage and latest odds

England and Ireland relying on French slip-up on Super Saturday

Evening Standard · Jan 28, 2025

40 Vibrant Illustrations That Combine Humor With A Dash Of Sarcasm, Created By This Artist

An illustrator from France named Cosmo has caught our eyes with her detailed, vibrant artwork, which, a lot of the time, features women in various beautiful settings accompanied by sarcastic messages. The post 40 Vibrant Illustrations That Combine Humor With A Dash Of Sarcasm, Created By This Artist first appeared…

Bored Panda · Jan 28, 2025

France warns Donald Trump: America has 'everything to lose from a trade war' with the European Union

The EU would retaliate to Trump tariffs, says French foreign minister Jean-Noël Barrot

Evening Standard · Jan 28, 2025

"Running has taught me to embrace change" – Francesco Puppi lands on his feet with Hoka sponsorship deal weeks after ditching Nike

The Italian runner says his new sponsors empower him to embrace his triumphs and his vulnerabilities

Advnture · Jan 28, 2025

American captured in France on campus sexual assault charges waives hearing in Pennsylvania

An American extradited from France in a 2013 campus sexual assault case has waived his right to a court hearing in Pennsylvania this week

The Independent UK · Jan 27, 2025

France seeks UN resolution naming Rwanda as backer of M23 rebels in DRC

M23’s lightning advance into east DRC being supported by up to 4,000 Rwandan troops, say UN officials

The Guardian - UK · Jan 27, 2025

Residents rescued from flooded homes by boat as Storm Herminia batters France

Yellow weather warnings for wind and rain are in place across England and Wales

The Independent UK · Jan 27, 2025