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Champions League: Super-sub hands Liverpool win over PSG, Bayern cruise

Liverpool substitute Harvey Elliott scored a last-gasp winner 47 seconds after coming on to earn a fortunate 1-0 win against Paris St Germain who outplayed their visitors during Wednesday’s Champions League last-16 first leg match. Bayern Munich took beat German rivals Bayer Leverkusen 3-0.

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US shutdown of HIV/aids funding : cuts send HIV treatment “off a cliff”

South Africa has also been racing to pivot its HIV treatment plans in the wake of the US withdrawal of global aid. Determined not to be undercut by Trump and to keep its hands on the tiller, the Department of Health has set its sights on increasing the number of people on treatment by one million by the end of the year. 

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Germany's Merz proposes overhaul of debt-brake system to boost defence, infrastructure spending

Germany’s political parties hoping to form the next government have agreed to loosen the country’s strict “debt brake” system which constitutionally limits new government borrowing to 0.35% of GDP.  Conservative leader Friedrich Merz says extraordinary efforts are needed to boost the country’s defence capabilities given the current security uncertainty. Plus, a day after imposing 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico, Donald Trump has agreed to give a one-month exemption to cars. 

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Was Donald Trump recruited by the KGB under codename Krasnov?

The rumor that Donald Trump was a Soviet spy that went by the name Agent ‘Krasnov’ has been spreading online since February, after a former KGB agent claimed on FB that Trump was recruited by them in 1987. We tell you more in this edition of Truth or Fake.

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US ready for war with China – Hegseth

The US is prepared to go to war with China if necessary, Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth has told Fox News as trade tensions ramp up Read Full Article at RT.com

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Ukraine, US officials agree to further talks: Zelensky aide

Ukraine and the United States have agreed to hold further talks, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s chief of staff said on Wednesday after a call with US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz. “Had a phone conversation with the US President’s National Security Advisor (Mike Waltz). We have scheduled a meeting for our teams in the near […]
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Watch the full address: Macron calls for major European rearmament

In a primetime speech on Wednesday, French President Emmanuel Macron called for a major European rearmament and said he will confer with European allies on the idea of using France’s nuclear deterrent to protect the continent in the face of threats from Russia. 

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Macron says to discuss with European partners extending French nuclear deterrence

French President Emmanuel Macron said Wednesday that he wanted to open a debate on extending France’s nuclear deterrent to other European nations, as security risks rise in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Macron also said that European military forces could be sent to Ukraine if a peace deal is signed to ensure that Russia does not invade its neighbour again. FRANCE 24’s James Andre reports from the Elysée Palace.

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US pauses intelligence sharing with Ukraine

The United States has “paused” intelligence sharing with Ukraine after a dramatic breakdown in relations between Kyiv and the White House, CIA director John Ratcliffe said Wednesday. President Donald Trump and Ukraine’s leader Volodymyr Zelensky had a public falling-out in the Oval Office last week, followed by Ukraine’s top ally suspending crucial US military aid. FRANCE 24’s Selina Sykes reports.

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Apple sues UK over data privacy dispute

Apple has filed a legal complaint against the British government’s demand for a backdoor into secured iCloud data, according to FT Read Full Article at RT.com

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The end of shared values? Europeans grapple with Trump's America

Can Europeans and Americans still speak of shared values? The longest-ever speech by a US president to a joint session of Congress doubling down on an America First vision of foreign policy that’s heavy on sticks, light on carrots. In the past critics of the U-S would dismiss talk of exporting democracy by pointing to Vietnam, Latin America and Iraq the velvet glove but the United States has also put its might behind international institutions for brokering peace and norms for doing business that the whole world could trust. 

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Greenland: 'we're going to get it' says Trump in his congress speech

President Donald Trump urged Greenland to choose to join the United States but vowed to take the Danish-ruled island “one way or the other” a bid Denmark swiftly rejected on Wednesday. “That won’t happen,” Danish Defence Minister Trouls Lund Poulsen told public broadcaster DR.

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Trump speech to Congress: 'Made-for-TV event that appealed to base and played on existing divisions'

In an unyielding prime-time address before Congress, President Donald Trump vowed to keep up his campaign of “swift and unrelenting action” in reorienting the nation’s economy, immigration and foreign policy. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective on Trump’s unwieldy efforts to slash the size of the federal government and remake America’s place in the world, FRANCE 24’s Eve Irvine welcomes David Schultz, Distinguished University Professor in the Departments of Political Science, Environmental Studies, and Legal Studies at Hamline University.

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Well-being in the modern world: Stéphanie Brillant on why listening to your body is key

In this edition of Entre Nous, we talk to health and well-being expert Stéphanie Brillant, who has a new book coming out in France entitled “Quand le corps n’est plus d’accord,” which can be roughly translated as “Why is my body crashing?” She tells us about the modern-day challenges to healthy living and the importance of listening to one’s body.

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Trump administration pauses flow of intelligence to Ukraine

The U.S. has paused its intelligence sharing with Ukraine, cutting off the flow of vital information that has helped the war-torn nation target Russian invaders, but Trump administration officials said Wednesday that positive talks between Washington and Kyiv mean it may only be a short suspension. FRANCE 24’s Fraser Jackson reports from Washington.

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‘Socially destroyed’: Potential US troop withdrawal sparks fears in Germany’s Ramstein

The town of Ramstein has been the site of a US airbase since the 1950s, and around 50,000 American military personnel and their families call it home. But, following remarks from the Trump administration casting doubt on the US military’s future presence in Europe, locals fear that the Americans could soon leave, taking the €1.4 billion they spend in the local economy every year with them.

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What will Emmanuel Macron to try to do in his speech tonight?

French President Emmanuel Macron said he would address the nation Wednesday over the current global uncertainty in the wake of the radical change in US policy on Ukraine under Donald Trump. FRANCE 24’s International affairs editor, Angela Diffley has more.

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Talks between Trump, Putin and Zelensky will start 'soon', top Ukrainian adviser Podolyak says

In an interview with FRANCE 24, senior Ukrainian presidential adviser Mykhailo Podolyak said he expects peace talks to begin “soon” between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. “We are going to have a constructive discussion … because the president of Ukraine is very pragmatic,” he said.

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Trump's abrupt pivot towards Putin: US now promoting 'Kremlin talking points' in Oval Office

The European Commission proposed borrowing up to 150 billion euros ($157.76 billion) to lend to European Union governments under a rearmament plan driven by Russia’s war in Ukraine and fears Europe can no longer be sure of U.S. protection. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective on Trump’s pivot towards Putin and the alarming widening rift between the US and Europe, FRANCE 24’s François Picard welcomes fellow journalist Dave Keating and guest expert analyst Philip Ingram MBE, former British Military Intelligence Officer and investigative journalist specialising in security and intelligence arenas.

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Ukraine, US plan new talks after Trump pauses military and intelligence support

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday said US and Ukrainian teams were working on an upcoming bilateral meeting as Kyiv scrambles to contain the fallout of last week’s dust-up between the two presidents in the White House, after which the US suspended military and intelligence support to Ukraine.

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United States Democrats struggle to find response to Trump's policy

Democrats protested President Donald Trump’s address to Congress on Tuesday with signs reading “No King” and “Save Medicaid,” with some turning their backs on the Republican as he spoke and one lawmaker marched out by security. But do they have a real strategy? FRANCE 24’s international affairs commentator, Douglas Herbert has more.

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RFK Jr. sends vaccines to Texas

US Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has sent vaccines to Texas as part of an effort to combat a measles outbreak Read Full Article at RT.com

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Kyiv talking to Europe, ready to negotiate with Trump after US arms halt

Ukraine said on Tuesday it was talking to European allies about military aid and did not rule out further negotiations with Washington after a US decision to suspend support. “We are discussing options with our European partners, and of course, we are not overlooking the possibility of negotiations with our American counterparts,” Ukrainian presidential adviser […]
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Colombia Arrests Moroccan-Origin Mastermind Behind Latin American Drug Cartels

Colombian police, in a joint operation with Belgian and British authorities, have arrested a notorious drug lord identified as Namousi Munir, also known as “Mo.” According to Colombian media reports, Munir, a Belgian national of Moroccan origin, is believed to be a key link between the Balkan Cartel and drug trafficking organizations in Latin America. […]
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Trump doubles China tariffs

The extra duty the US President threatened Beijing with last month has entered into force, prompting swift retaliation from China Read Full Article at RT.com

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Trump pauses all military aid to Ukraine after Zelensky clash

US President Donald Trump has suspended military aid to Ukraine, heaping pressure on Kyiv to agree to peace negotiations with Russia and prompting Europe to unveil an 800 billion euro plan to shore up its defense. The move comes just days after a stunning public clash between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Trump, who is […]
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Trump tariffs: What's been done and what is to come?

From tariffs to counter “unfair trade” to duties over illegal immigration and fentanyl smuggling, President Donald Trump has unleashed a flurry of levies since taking office, sparking fears of a widening trade war. US tariffs of 25 percent on Canadian and Mexican goods came into effect on Tuesday as a deadline to avert them passed […]
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Japan’s worst wildfire in half a century spreads

Tokyo: Firefighters were Tuesday battling Japan’s worst wildfire in half a century, which has left one dead and forced the evacuation of nearly 4,000 local residents.White smoke billowed from a forested area around the northern city of Ofunato, aerial TV footage showed, five days after the blaze began after record low rainfall.The fire also follows Japan’s hottest summer on record last year, as climate change pushes up temperatures worldwide.

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‘Impossible’ for US to give up Indo-Pacific, Taiwan defense minister says

TAIPEI: The United States cannot abandon the Indo-Pacific because the region is part of its “core national interests,” Taiwan’s Defense Minister Wellington Koo said amid concerns about US security commitments to Taiwan.
The White House clash between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US President Donald Trump, which plunged ties between Kyiv and its top military backer to a new low, has renewed concerns in Taiwan about Washington’s security commitment at a time when China is ramping up its military pressure to assert its sovereignty claims over the democratic island.

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Kremlin signals Russia-US talks on Ukraine not immediate

The Kremlin said in remarks published on Tuesday that the next round of Russia-US talks on ending the war in Ukraine is unlikely to happen before the embassies of both countries resume normal operations.
“Unlikely,” Dmitry Peskov, the press secretary of President Vladimir Putin, told RIA state news agency in response to a question whether the negotiations could start before the two countries’ embassies fully reopen. Operations have been curtailed since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022.

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Tunisia opposition figures go on trial on state security charges

TUNIS: The trial of several prominent Tunisian opposition figures accused of national security offenses is set to begin Tuesday, with rights groups denouncing the case as politically motivated.
The around 40 high-profile defendants include former diplomats, politicians, lawyers and media figures, some of whom have been outspoken critics of President Kais Saied.
The charges against them are “plotting against the state security” and “belonging to a terrorist group,” which could entail hefty sentences and even capital punishment, according to lawyers.

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How Trump’s history with Russia and Ukraine set the stage for a blowup with Zelensky

WASHINGTON: As his White House meeting with his Ukrainian counterpart devolved into a stunning blowup, President Donald Trump leaned on a familiar refrain to explain his unique kinship with Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
“Putin went through a hell of a lot with me,” Trump said Friday, raising his voice and gesturing with his hands as he recounted the long-since-concluded saga of a federal investigation in which both he and the Russian president played starring roles.

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In-form Atletico Madrid look to end their Champions League slump against city rivals Real Madrid

MADRID: The Madrid derby takes center stage in the round of 16 of the Champions League, with Atletico Madrid in a commanding position to try to finally get the best of rival Real Madrid in the European competition.

Madrid, the record 15-time European champion, have been a thorn for Atletico in the Champions League over the years, beating the city rival in two finals and eliminating it from the competition the other two times they faced off in the knockout rounds.

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Nottingham Forest reach FA Cup quarterfinals after Sels stops Ipswich in shootout

NOTTINGHAM, England: Goalkeeper Matz Sels was the hero for Nottingham Forest as he saved the last penalty in a shootout to take his team past Ipswich Town and into the quarterfinals of the FA Cup on Monday.

The teams were tied 1-1 after 90 minutes and extra time and the first nine takers all converted their penalties in a nail-biting finale.

Then Sels dived to his left to stop Jack Taylor’s kick and guarantee Forest a last-eight tie at Brighton.

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Trump halts all US military aid to Ukraine, White House official says

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has paused all military aid to Ukraine following his clash with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky last week, a White House official said on Monday.
“President has been clear that he is focused on peace. We need our partners to be committed to that goal as well. We are pausing and reviewing our aid to ensure that it is contributing to a solution,” said the official, speaking on the condition of anonymity.
Zelensky’s office did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment outside office hours.

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Trump warns will not 'put up with' Zelensky

US President Donald Trump warned Monday he would “not put up” much longer with Volodymyr Zelensky’s stance on the war with Russia, as the Ukrainian leader countered he wanted to end it “as soon as possible.” In a new sign of frayed ties following their White House blow-up last week, Trump called Zelensky’s assertion that […]
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Russia ‘categorically’ against deploying European troops to Ukraine, Russian senior diplomat says

MOSCOW: Russia is categorically against the idea of potential deployment of European troops to Ukraine, Mikhail Ulyanov, Russia’s envoy in Vienna to international organizations said on Tuesday.
“Firstly, the European Union is not impartial, and peacekeepers must be impartial,” Ulyanov said on the Telegram messaging app.
“Secondly, Russia is categorically against it.”
 

 

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Saudi crown prince, Lebanese president hold meeting in Riyadh

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun on Monday.

The pair held a meeting where they discussed the latest developments in Lebanon and the region, in addition to ways of enhancing bilateral relations.

An official reception ceremony was held at Al-Yamamah Palace in Riyadh for Aoun, who is making his first visit to the Kingdom as Lebanon’s head of state.

Senior Saudi and Lebanese officials attended the meeting.

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UK proposes sending troops to Ukraine

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said he is willing to deploy “boots on the ground and planes in the air” to secure peace Read Full Article at RT.com

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Over 106,000 Moroccans granted EU citizenship in 2023

Recent data from the European Statistical Institute, Eurostat, revealed that over 106,000 Moroccans were granted citizenship by EU member states in 2023, placing Morocco second on the list of foreign nationals naturalized in Europe, just behind Syria, which saw over 107,000 naturalizations. Albanians ranked third with more than 44,000 citizens gaining EU nationality. The data […]
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France plans to deport 'dangerous' Algerian nationals amid rising tensions

In response to tensions with Algeria, France is preparing a list of “several hundred” Algerian nationals with “dangerous profiles” to be sent back to Algeria, according to Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau. These individuals, who may be involved in public disturbances or listed as radicalized in France’s terrorism database, are considered threats to public safety. Retailleau […]
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Elon Musk welcomes 14th child, named Seldon Lycurgus

Tesla and SpaceX founder Elon Musk has reportedly welcomed his 14th child, a son named Seldon Lycurgus, with Shivon Zilis, an executive at Neuralink. Zilis confirmed the news in a post on X (formerly Twitter), stating: “Discussed with Elon and, in light of beautiful Arcadia’s birthday, we felt it was better to also just share […]
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Oscar winners in main categories

Here are the winners in key categories for the 97th Academy Awards, which were handed out in Hollywood on Sunday. “Anora” was the big winner of the night, with five Oscars: best picture, best director, best actress, best film editing and best original screenplay. Best picture: “Anora” Best director: Sean Baker, “Anora” Best actor: Adrien […]
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Musk slams Zelensky for rejecting ceasefire

The SpaceX CEO has criticized the Ukrainian leader for rejecting peace talks with Russia, calling his stance “cruel and inhumane” Read Full Article at RT.com

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Canada could send troops to Ukraine – Trudeau

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau has claimed that Ottawa is considering all possible options to secure and bolster Kiev’s positions against Moscow Read Full Article at RT.com

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US may launch Nord Stream 2 – FT

The unused gas pipeline linking Russia and Germany is reportedly being treated as leverage in Ukraine peace talks Read Full Article at RT.com

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Israel halts entry of aid to Gaza

Hamas has rejected a ceasefire extension, West Jerusalem claims, while the militant group wants to move on to phase two of the truce deal Read Full Article at RT.com

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Musk backs US withdrawal from UN and NATO

The tech mogul supports a reassessment of American involvement in both organizations, questioning their relevance and effectiveness Read Full Article at RT.com

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US speeds up arms supplies to Israel

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has signed a declaration to expedite the delivery of approximately $4 billion in military aid to Israel Read Full Article at RT.com

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