Chinese state media says at least 118 people have been killed after an earthquake struck a mountainous region of Gansu, northwestern China.
China earthquake: More than 100 dead in Gansu and Qinghai | BBC News
At least 118 people have been killed and another 266 injured following an earthquake on Monday night in north-west China, state media report.
US reiterates unwavering support for Israel amid conflict
The US Secretary of Defence says Washington’s support for Israel remains unshakeable. Lloyd Austin met with Israeli officials on Monday as he also called on its ally to do more to protect civilians in Gaza and...
US Defense Secretary: ‘America’s support for Israel’s security is unshakable’ • FRANCE 24 English
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin on Monday reiterated the US’s support of Israel in its war against Hamas at a joint press conference in Tel Aviv. Speaking alongside Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant...
What happened to Russia’s elite ‘Black Berets’ in Ukraine? | BBC News
In October 2022, Russia sent men from its elite 155th Marine Brigade, the “Black Berets” to take the town of Vuhledar in Ukraine.
BP suspends shipping in Red Sea | Israel-Hamas war
Oil giant BP has paused all shipping via the Red Sea following increased attacks by Yemen-based Houthi militants.
Macron’s party seeks to break deadlock over controversial immigration law • FRANCE 24 English
French lawmakers and senators prepared to hammer out a compromise over a beleaguered immigration bill on Monday as President Emmanual Macron’s government hoped to salvage what is seen as a flagship reform of his...