Новости за 16.05.2025

Despite requests from the animal's owners to delay the departure and rescue the animal, the Paris-Bordeaux high-speed TGV train with 800 passengers on board left, slicing Neko the cat in two. France's national rail operator SNCF insisted at the time that the animal was "not visible." After two years of deliberation SNCF has now issued clear rules. If your pet escapes and falls onto the train tracks in France, a train can be delayed by a maximum of 20 minutes, according to the new protocol, a copy of which was seen by AFP. Читать дальше...

A 90-day truce in the US-China trade war has officially begun, with both sides temporarily lowering sky-high tariffs on each other's goods. But there's still a lot of uncertainty facing global trade. Yuka Royer speaks with Louise Loo, China lead at Oxford Economics, about what came out of the recent tit-for-tat tariff tussle and what to expect next.

Adele Koue Sungbeu, a 45-year-old midwife from Ivory Coast, is among 28 women who recently underwent reconstructive surgery to repair the effects of female genital mutilation (FGM). The procedure, carried out at a public hospital in Abidjan, is part of a groundbreaking initiative aimed at offering free surgeries to FGM victims, to help heal both physical and psychological scars.

Comté is the most eaten AOP cheese in France, but activists claims its very popularity – at home and overseas – is damaging the environment. The milk to make the comté can only be produced on the Jura plateau in eastern France where there are reports of intensification of livestock farming and pollution linked to wastewater treatment.

French film icon, Gérard Depardieu, who once described the #MeToo movement as a "reign of terror," now finds himself added to the national list of sex offenders. This after he was found guilty of sexual assault and given an 18-month suspended sentence. Also as the Trump administration is targeting DEI – diversity, equity and inclusion; what happens when your organisation's sole purpose is to fund Black feminists? Annette Young talks to Tynesha McHarris, a co-founder of the Black Feminist Fund, which supports Black women's rights worldwide. Читать дальше...

During his Gulf tour, President Donald Trump focused on advancing economic and strategic partnerships in the region. In his final stop in the UAE, he announced a deal allowing the country to purchase advanced AI semiconductors from U.S. companies, supporting Abu Dhabi’s ambition to become a global AI hub. However, critics argued that the tour prioritised business deals over addressing pressing humanitarian and regional stability issues.

Culture editor Eve Jackson brings you the latest from the Cannes Film Festival, where Ari Aster's "Eddington" is one of the hottest premieres. Starring Joaquin Phoenix as a sheriff and Pedro Pascal as the town's mayor — with Emma Stone and Austin Butler also in the cast — this darkly comic Western takes on post-pandemic politics and unrest.

As Portugal prepares for its third early general election in three years, political parties are wrapping up their campaigns in Lisbon's streets ahead of Sunday's vote. Polls suggest a fragmented outcome, with no clear majority expected. The ruling centre-right Democratic Alliance is set to lead, but questions remain about forming a stable government amid growing support for the far-right Chega party.

Israeli air and artillery strikes on Gaza have left over 250 people dead since Thursday, amid one of the most intense bombardments since March’s truce collapse. As a new ground offensive looms, US President Donald Trump expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis, stating that “people are starving” in Gaza, while international calls for ceasefire talks grow louder.

The ceasefire is apparently holding between India and Pakistan. But even if the fighting has stopped, the information war continues. There has been misinformation, warmongering and a crackdown on independent journalists in both countries. Experts say the fog of war has created one big casualty: the truth. This week's guest on our media show Scoop is data journalist Uzair Rizvi, an OSINT and fact-checking expert based in New Delhi.

Poland is heading to the polls in a high-stakes presidential race that could redfine its political landscape. Sunday’s outcome will test the strength of Poland’s pro-EU government against a rising nationalist tide with major implications for the country’s domestic and foreign policy as centrist candidate Rafal Trzaskowski takes on nationalist Karol Nawrocki.

This week on Paris des Arts, Valérie Fayolle meets with the talented actor and writer Jacques Gamblin, as he releases his novel "Mère à l'horizon". He takes us to Paris's Centquatre cultural centre, a creative hub popular with art lovers. We also get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at Franco-Lebanese singer Hiba Tawaji's creative process, as she records a new album. Finally, we shine a spotlight on the paintings of artist Alexandre Bakker.

Global tourism has fully recovered from the Covid-19 pandemic, but dark clouds are still hanging over the industry. High transport and accommodation costs, geopolitical instability and the increasing likelihood of extreme weather events are among the key challenges the sector is facing. FRANCE 24's Charles Pellegrin speaks to Shaikha Al Nowais. She's a travel executive with decades of experience working at the UAE-based Rotana Group and is also a candidate for the role of UN World Tourism Organization Secretary General.

The European Union is increasing its investments across Africa, pledging over €800 million for major infrastructure projects in Ghana. This support, aimed at improving the country’s energy, health, and transport sectors, reflects the EU’s evolving approach to Africa amid growing uncertainty in U.S. partnerships. Justice Baidoo reports.

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, specifically in Kinshasa, severe flooding in early April claimed dozens of lives. In response, Congolese authorities have initiated a demolition campaign targeting what they call "illegal constructions," much to the dismay of the already devastated residents.

PRESS REVIEW – Friday, May 16: Romanians head to voting booths for the second round of presidential elections, which pit pro-Europe candidate Nicușor Dan against the populist, hard-right frontrunner George Simion. Who will prevail? Also: The New York Times looks at ground-breaking gene editing therapy which saved the life of an infant and could save many more. It also helps us find out why ginger cats are mostly male (it's a genetic thing).

It was the sixth consecutive annual increase in the number of people hit with "high levels" of acute food insecurity, according to the Global Report on Food Crises. A total of 295.3 million people endured acute hunger last year -- almost a quarter of the population in 53 of the 65 countries analysed for the report. This was up from 281.6 million people in 2023, according to the report, which is drafted by a consortium of international organisations and NGOs. The number of people facing famine reached 1.9 million... Читать дальше...

"Certain deeply rooted values, linked to my origins and my faith, make it difficult for me to take part in this initiative," wrote the 27-year-old Egyptian international in a post on Instagram. Mohamed said his refusal to take part "expresses neither rejection nor judgement, only a loyalty to what makes me me". "Everyone has their own history, culture and sensibility. Living together also means recognising that this diversity can be expressed in different ways by different people," he added. "I... Читать дальше...

Italy's southern Puglia region is the territory of the Sacra Corona Unita, also known as the "fourth mafia". Less well known than Cosa Nostra, the Camorra or the 'Ndrangheta, the criminal group is still very powerful. It has infiltrated all sections of Italian society, from local firms to public administration. Our reporters went to meet a group of women who are taking on this mafia group, despite the risks to their own lives.

Iran is holding critical nuclear talks on Friday in Turkey with the United Kingdom, France, and Germany, alongside parallel negotiations on the issue with Washington. FRANCE 24's Philip Turle has the analysis.

The petition, signed by more than 370 actors and filmmakers, also denounced Israel's killing of Fatima Hassouna, the young Gaza photojournalist featured in the documentary "Put Your Soul in Your Hand and Walk", which premiered at the Cannes film festival Thursday. The organisers of the letter said the French actor Juliette Binoche, who is chairing the jury at Cannes, also added her name to the letter, along with Rooney Mara, US indie director Jim Jarmusch and "Lupin" star Omar Sy. Binoche had initially... Читать дальше...

The 2021 World Player of the Year has bought into US rugby as the country prepares to host the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles as well as the men’s and women's Rugby World Cups in 2031 and 2033 respectively. "It is a pivotal moment, a unique opportunity to take part in something big," said Dupont in a statement released by the club. The 28-year-old, who has been away from the pitch since rupturing cruciate ligaments in his right knee in Ireland in March, spent a few days holidaying in Los Angeles at the end of last summer... Читать дальше...

Chad’s former prime minister Succes Masra was abducted from his home in the early hours of Friday morning by armed men dressed in camouflage fatigues, a member of his party said Friday. Masra leads the country’s main opposition party, and accused the junta-led government of election fraud in the 2024 vote that saw him resign as prime minister.

President Donald Trump wraps up a Middle East tour in the United Arab Emirates with a breakfast for business leaders and a visit to an interfaith place of worship named for the Abraham Accords he negotiated. As part of the accords, the UAE and some other countries in the Middle East recognized Israel.

Romania is on the brink of a political shift as the nation heads to the polls on Sunday to elect its president. The first round saw the nationalist candidate secure an impressive 40% of the vote. His opponent, the mayor of Bucharest, champions a vision of integrity and reform for the country.