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Ukrainian drone explodes in Romanian sea port

A sea #drone self-destroyed in the Romanian port of Constanta. #Ukraine's navy said it had been knocked off course by Russian jamming.

Ever-extreme Eric Zemmour prepares second bid for French president

For a time, Zemmour's partner, Sarah Knafo, had positioned herself as a potential candidate for the couple's party, Reconquête. But the far-right polemicist is claiming the limelight again.

« Wemby, Wemby ! » : la vidéo tournée par le fan ayant fait un selfie avec Wembanyama est diffusée, le fan banni à vie de la NBA

Strait of Hormuz oil crisis: An opportunity for Syria?

In the show this week, we look at how Syria could benefit from the oil crisis triggered by tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. After Iran effectively closed the strategic waterway, Syria's Mediterranean port of Baniyas found itself emerging as a hub for crude oil transported overland from the UAE and Iraq. Could Syria – a country in desperate need of investment after 14 years of civil war – establish itself as a new energy corridor, even after the Gulf conflict is over? Neil Quilliam, Associate Fellow for the Middle East at Chatham House and a specialist in energy policy, joins us to discuss the opportunities and challenges presented by these new export routes.

Khalif Tahir Thompson explores identity in 'Beautiful Land'

Today on Arts24, we meet Khalif Tahir Thompson, an American painter, printmaker and papermaker. His exhibition, "Beautiful Land", currently on show at the Zidoun-Bossuyt Gallery in Paris, explores questions of identity, self-representation and belonging.

Pharmaceutical industry becomes geopolitical battleground as US threatens tariffs

The global pharmaceutical industry has found itself at the heart of geopolitical and trade tensions. The Trump administration has pushed policies to promote the sovereignty of US drugmakers, threatening tariffs on manufacturers or countries, and vowing to reduce prescription drug prices for Americans.

Marjane Satrapi: 'At age 10, I was training myself to become a political prisoner'

The Franco-Iranian artist, who gained worldwide recognition with the graphic novel 'Persepolis,' died at 56 years old, her family announced Thursday. Le Monde interviewed her in October 2020. We are republishing that interview today.

« Je ne savais pas comment réagir » : un fan interrompt la finale NBA pour prendre un selfie avec Wembanyama

Oddone hails EU-Mercosur accord's 'civilisational approach' beyond commercial and economic interests

Français Picard is pleased to welcome Gabriel Oddone, economist, professor and Uruguay's Economy and Finance Minister. He offers a striking defense of the social democratic model at a moment when much of Latin America appears to be espousing hard right socio-political and economic policies. Speaking at the OECD's Latin America Forum in Paris, Oddone argues that Uruguay's commitment to the welfare state, fiscal responsibility, and inequality reduction is not an ideological anomaly but the expression of a deep national consensus.

Japan: Modern-day samurais battle new foe: Climate change

It is a tradition that dates back a thousand years and has survived wars, earthquakes and even a nuclear disaster. But in recent years, Japan’s Soma Nomaoi samurai festival has found itself under threat from a new enemy: extreme heat.

Kuwait airport hit by Iranian drones as US-Iran talks stall

The fragile ceasefire in the US Iran war was tested overnight as Tehran launched a series of drone and missile attacks on Kuwait, hitting and severely damaging its international airport. Kuwaiti authorities have insisted that missiles are being intercepted while the US has launched what it calls self-defensive strikes on the Iranian military ground control station on Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz in response. It comes as negotiations between Washington and Tehran appear to be stalling.

US says thwarts Iranian missile and drone attacks after strikes on target in Strait of Hormuz

The US military said it had intercepted a wave of Iranian missile and drone attacks across the Gulf and carried out self-defense strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island. Tehran says it has successfully hit American military bases in the region.

Middle East war live: US military says it intercepted Iranian missile and drone attacks

The US military said on Tuesday that it had intercepted and defeated a series of Iranian missile and drone attacks targeting regional neighbours, including Kuwait and Bahrain, while also carrying out self-defence strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island, according to US Central Command. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments.

Leading AI firm Anthropic files confidentially for IPO

The company, which develops Claude, is positioning itself to tap public markets as leading artificial intelligence companies seek vast new funding to expand computing capacity.

Duralex placed under court-ordered receivership, despite its popularity with the general public

The company, which notably raised funds from the French public in the autumn, placed itself under the protection of the commercial court on June 1.

Pro-Trump candidate lead in Colombia 'part of Donroe doctrine' asserting itself in region

Pro-Trump lawyer Aberaldo de la Espriella pulled ahead as a leader in Colombia’s race for the presidency in the first round of elections over the weekend, capitalizing on a growing appetite for heavy-handed crackdowns on criminal groups across Latin America. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Christopher Sabatini, Senior Research Fellow on the Americas at Chatham House, says that "this is really again a part of what's unfortunately called the 'Donroe' doctrine asserting itself in partisan politics in Latin America".

Japanese newspaper lends printers to zine makers, as physical subscriptions fall

As physical subscriptions fall, the Kyoto Shinbun Newspaper is offering an alternative use for its machinery - by lending it to zinemakers. Zines or self-published do-it-yourself magazines are enjoying growing popularity in Japan, with thousands flocking to one recent Tokyo zine fair.

Champions League: What Qatar has gained from PSG's success on the pitch

After winning back-to-back Champions League titles, Paris Saint-Germain have achieved the goal Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund set itself in 2011 when it bought the club. After investing a huge amount of money, a quest for soft power, and a series of setbacks, PSG is today a global brand. And the Paris side, along with its Qatari backers, are looking ahead to new challenges.

'Animal medicine': Therapy donkeys help patients at French psychiatric hospital

Patients staying in a psychiatric hospital near Paris have been singing the praises of a novel treatment: spending time with therapy donkeys. Experts and patients say caring for the animals, which are known for their calm and social nature, helps improve emotional regulation, communication, social interaction and self-esteem.

A Trumpist makes it through to Colombia presidential runoff

Abelardo de la Espriella, 47, a pro-Trump lawyer who calls himself 'The Tiger,' has vowed a 'shock plan' to bombard armed groups, echoing the iron-fist rhetoric that has swept the right to power across Latin America.