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US throws support behind Bolivia's president as unrest grows

Washington is pledging emergency aid to Bolivia and is warning against attempts to topple President Rodrigo Paz as his government faces mounting protests and worsening shortages.

In pictures | Faces of anti-ICE protesters outside Delaney Hall prison, a symbol of Trump's migrant deportation policy

Protests have been ongoing since May 23 outside the Newark migrant detention center in New Jersey, denouncing what activists describe as unsanitary and inhumane conditions for incarcerated migrants.

Tanzania's Hassan makes historic Russia visit amid frayed ties with West

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan begins a three-day state visit to Russia on Wednesday – the first official trip by a Tanzanian head of state to Moscow since 1969 – as her government faces growing criticism from Western countries over violence linked to the country's 2025 elections.

El Nino threat grows as Europe prepares for another hot summer

The warming El Nino climate phenomenon is likely to develop by the end of August, the United Nations' weather agency said, raising the risk of extreme weather as Europe faces another summer on the front line of climate change.

REPLAY: Rubio faces Senate grilling over Trump's foreign policy

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told lawmakers Tuesday in his first public testimony since the Iran war began that the Iranians have agreed to negotiate on nuclear points that they had not been willing to address in the past but would not offer an assessment on what those talks might produce.

Russia 'bogged down' in Ukraine, suffering net territorial losses for first the time since 2023

Angela Diffley is pleased to welcome Peter Zalmayev, director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative. He offers a forceful assessment of the evolving dynamics of Russia's war against Ukraine. Rejecting narratives of Russian momentum, he argues that Moscow's intensified bombardment of Kyiv reflects mounting pressure on President Vladimir Putin, whose military campaign has become increasingly "bogged down" and politically costly. While acknowledging the devastating impact on Ukrainian civilians, he contends that Russia's battlefield difficulties, growing casualties, and declining territorial gains have created pressure on the Kremlin to project power through spectacular strikes on urban centers. As Moscow faces AI-enhanced drone warfare to systematic strikes on Russian oil infrastructure and military logistics, Putin must demonstrate to his "jingoistic militaristic base" that "Russia is not impotent. Russia can strike back."

'Vitiforestry': French winemakers plant trees in bid to counter climate change

Winemakers across France are experimenting with the ancient practice of "vitiforestry" – growing trees alongside vines – to tackle the modern issue of climate change, and many are impressed with the results. As the world faces increasingly unpredictable weather, trees can help protect vines from spring frosts and provide shade during heatwaves.

Putin faces a series of setbacks, fueling discontent in Russia and raising doubts about his strategy

While the Russian president claims that victory in Ukraine is within reach, Kyiv is stepping up drone strikes deep inside Russian territory. These military setbacks compound the country's mounting economic difficulties.

How to handle armed groups? Colombians vote in presidential election

Colombians are heading to the polls Sunday. With current president Gustavo Petro stepping down, the search for his successor is seen as a referendum on his leftist social policies and response to growing violence in the country. Left-wing candidate Ivan Cepeda, who says he will continue pursuing peace accords with armed groups, is leading in the polls. But he faces stark opposition from the more hawkish right. Trump-loving millionaire lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella and Paloma Valencia, who comes from one of Colombia's most important conservative dynasties, both favor harsher crackdowns on guerrilla groups. Details by Caroline Baum.

Lidl, Auchan, Intermarché… Des boîtes de lardons vendues en grandes surfaces rappelées

UCL final: Raising concerns in Paris that troublemakers will cause unrest

Paris is preparing to mark a Champions League final involving Paris Saint-Germain for the second year in a row. This time, PSG faces Arsenal in Budapest, and once again the event is expected to attract tens of thousands of fans to screening venues in the French capital, raising concerns that troublemakers could use the occasion as an opportunity to cause unrest. Details by Charlotte Hughes.

French Open 2026: Moïse Kouamé's meteoric rise

Poised for greatness, the 17-year-old French player has won his first two matches at the Paris Grand Slam and faces Chilean Alejandro Tabilo on Saturday in the third round. It is a spectacular ascent for a player already recognized as a young phenomenon.

'An unpleasant surprise': France faces spectre of recession

French GDP shrank 0.1 percent in the first quarter, official data showed Friday, a downward revision from previous estimates that analysts warn could herald a recession for the eurozone's second-biggest economy.

TotalEnergies faces pressure at AGM over war gains and fossil fuel plans

Environmental groups are stepping up pressure on TotalEnergies ahead of its annual shareholder meeting in Paris on Friday, accusing the French oil and gas giant of profiting from the conflict in the Middle East while continuing to expand fossil fuel production despite France's climate commitments.

Willian Pacho: The kid from Quininde who rose to PSG defender hieghts

He was virtually unknown when he arrived at PSG in 2024, a young man from the rough neighbourhoods of Quininde in northern Ecuador. Now Willian Pacho faces Arsenal on Saturday in a match that could make PSG only the second team to retain the Champions League trophy. But does the 24-year-old defender have what it takes to contain Arsenal’s dreams of a comeback after a 20-year absence?

Should we name heatwaves like we name hurricanes to help better prepare for them?

As France faces an unusually intense and early heatwave, some scientists and activists are calling for these episodes to be named in order to raise awareness of their dangers. But the idea isn't universally supported.

Temu faces €200m EU fine over toxic, unsafe products

The European Union has slapped a €200 million fine on Chinese retailer Temu, for selling products it considers toxic or unsafe, including baby toys and electronics. The e-commerce giant disputes the ruling, which came under the EU's Digital Services Act, requiring online platforms to protect consumers from harmful content or products. Also in the show - global air travel dips for the first time since the pandemic, and France is set to reimburse the cost of weight-loss drugs for obese patients.

I. Coast faces sheep shortage ahead of Tabaski amid Sahel trade disruptions

Just days before the Islamic festival of Tabaski, livestock markets in Abidjan are slowing down. Burkina Faso and Mali have suspended exports, while insecurity and the closure of Sahel trade corridors are disrupting traditional supply routes. The result: sheep are becoming scarce and prices are soaring across Abidjan’s markets. Our team on the ground reports.

Heatwave strikes running events as organizers are left responsible for adapting races

As France faces a spate of high temperatures that is expected to last through the weekend, several sporting events are due to take place in Paris on Saturday and Sunday.

Morocco faces over 40,000 job losses after France bans telemarketing calls

A law passed in France bans all prospecting calls without the customer's explicit consent starting August 11. The move endangers tens of thousands of employees in Moroccan call centers, which are heavily dependent on the French market.