In Kosovo, Prime Minister Albin Kurti’s party won Sunday’s parliamentary polls, but fell short of an outright majority. After months of political turmoil, Kurti will need a coalition partner, and it remains...
Inflation and FIFA price hikes dampen hope of World Cup boost to US economy • FRANCE 24 English
As preparations for the 2026 World Cup heat up, a massive hiring boom is sweeping across the US service industry. But local businesses are growing increasingly worried that skyrocketing costs and FIFA price hikes could...
Gaza flotilla: Abducted at sea | Bigger Than Five
Following Israel’s interception of the latest flotilla trying to break the blockade of the Gaza Strip, some participants have lodged a submission to the International Criminal Court, alleging abuse and torture. They...
China’s Xi Jinping lands in North Korea to meet Kim Jong Un in rare visit | BBC News
Chinese leader Xi Jinping has landed in North Korea, in his first official visit since 2019. Xi’s visit follows separate meetings with US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing. The...
Israel attempting to intercept new wave of Iranian missiles
Donald Trump has just called for Iran and Israel to ‘immediately stop shooting’ after a new escalation over the last 12 hours. Israeli reports suggest this latest round of confrontation could continue for...
7.8-magnitude earthquake hits southern Philippines
A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck Mindanao Island in southern Philippines on June 8, collapsing buildings and triggering tsunami warnings across the region. At least 14 people have been killed, seven others are...
Israel, Iran trade fire in first clash since truce • FRANCE 24 English
Iran and Israel on Monday attacked each other’s territory for the first time since a shaky ceasefire put five weeks of war on hold, sparking fears the escalation could spark a new full-scale conflict. Iran fired a...