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French ministers discuss measures to better deal with child abuse cases

Amid public outrage growing over the kidnapping and murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna, French ministers have held an emergency meeting to discuss measures aimed at better dealing with sexual offenders and child abuse cases. FRANCE 24's James André is at prime minister's residence, and tells us more.

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France bans Israel’s finance minister, slams him for promoting ‘recolonisation’ of Gaza

France on Tuesday banned Israel’s Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich from entry, slamming the far-right politician’s calls for the annexation of the occupied West Bank, new settlements in the area and the “recolonisation” of Gaza. Smotrich was among dozens of Israelis who were slapped with sanctions by France, Britain, Canada, Australia,…

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Why Zelensky asked Russian oligarch Abramovich to test Putin’s appetite for talks

Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed reports that he asked Roman Abramovich to pass on an offer of direct talks to Vladimir Putin. A Russian oligarch loyal to the Kremlin may be a surprise choice of messenger for Kyiv, but the former Chelsea owner has a history of acting as go-between…

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Extreme heatwaves: Indians struggle and suffer from water shortages

In late April, 98 of the world's 100 hottest cities were located in India. From mid-April to May 2026, daily maximum temperatures exceeded 46°C across large parts of the country. During extreme heat, lack of access to cooling can mean the difference between life and death in the world's most…

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French State and Justice Minister to be sued for 'gross negligence' over girl's rape

France's justice minister Gerald Darmanin on June 8 refused to resign after outrage erupted over judicial lapses in the handling of the suspect in an 11-year-old girl's killing. He also ordered prosecutors to re-examine the 70,000 legal complaints under review across France for alleged crimes against children. The government is…

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At least one person killed protesting Ebola quarantine centre for US citizens in Kenya

At least one person has been killed during a demonstration protesting the construction of an Ebola quarantine centre in the Kenyan city of Nanyuki. The centre is set to host Americans who have been extracted from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) where an outbreak is currently taking place. Kenya…

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West Ham owner David Sullivan accused of preying on women for sex

PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, June 9: We look at how the Chinese papers are covering Xi Jinping's two-day visit to North Korea. The New York Times examines how Pyongyang has transformed its economy through repression and fortuity. In the UK, West Ham's billionaire former co-owner David Sullivan is accused of…

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Germany and France scrap landmark next-generation fighter jet project

France and Germany have agreed to scrap a landmark project to build a next generation fighter jet. The move is a setback for European defense cooperation at a time when leaders are pushing for greater military unity, amid increasing tension with the United States.

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In Spain, Pope Leo focuses on opposition to war and help to migrants

Pope Leo XIV's week-long visit is well underway. The pontiff's schedule included an unprecedented address to the Spanish parliament, during which he voiced opposition to increased European military spending. Leo also met with several survivors of abuse by Catholic clergy in Spain, and called on bishops to offer survivors reparations,…

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French singer Bruel held in police custody on sexual assault allegations

French singer and actor Patrick Bruel will be held in police custody until Wednesday as investigators questioned him over allegations of sexual assault and rape involving at least a dozen women, prosecutors said, adding that two new rape complaints had recently been filed.

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Left-winger beats Trump-backed Republican to advance to LA mayor runoff

Nithya Raman, a left-wing candidate who ran on a democratic socialist platform will face incumbent Karen Bass in the Los Angeles mayoral election in November. Her surprise primary success knocks the Trump-backed Republican candidate Spencer Pratt out of the race, US media projected.

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OpenAI submits confidential filing for market launch with US authorities

The maker of ChatGPT, OpenAI, has kicked off the process of selling its shares on public markets by submitting a confidential filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday. The AI startup is looking to capitalise on its dominant position on the AI chatbot market in order to…

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Beijing condemns US move to blacklist Chinese companies

China said Tuesday that it “firmly opposed” the US decision to blacklist major Chinese companies including Alibaba and Baidu, after Washington accused them of aiding the Chinese military. Beijing warned against what it called the “unreasonable suppression” of Chinese firms and called on Washington to correct its decision.

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'Entire system is broken': Lyhanna's death reveals 'systemic failures' in France's judicial system

François Picard is pleased to welcome Solène Podevin-Favre, president of the "Face à l'inceste" advocacy and support group and former co-director of the Ciivise, an independent commission set up in 2021 to come up with proposals to fight sexual abuse of children in France. According to Podevin-Favre, the murder of…

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French court tries seven Georgians over theft of rare Russian books

Seven Georgian nationals are due in court in Paris on Tuesday for the theft of rare works by Russian literary giants including Alexander Pushkin from prestigious French libraries, in a case prosecutors say formed part of a Europe-wide organised theft operation.

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France defeat Northern Ireland thanks to hat-trick from Michael Olise

Les Bleus won 3-1 in their final match ahead of the World Cup. Michael Olise scored a hat-trick, the first of his career.

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US military launches new strikes on Iran after Apache downing near Strait of Hormuz

US says it has begun strikes against Iran following crash of Army Apache helicopter off Oman coast. The US military announced that it has begun strikes against Iran following the crash of a US Army Apache helicopter off the coast of Oman. In a statement posted to social media, US…

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OpenAI confidentially files for US IPO as AI boom drives investor frenzy

ChatGPT maker OpenAI has confidentially filed for a US initial public offering, the company said on Monday, joining rivals such as Anthropic in a race towards public markets amid surging investor interest in artificial intelligence. The firm did not disclose terms or timing.

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Russian strikes kill four, wound 10 in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region

Russian strikes killed four people and wounded 10 others in Ukraine’s northeastern Kharkiv region, according to local officials. The attack hit the city of Chuguiv, causing fires, damaging residential buildings and vehicles, and adding to a surge in civilian casualties amid intensified fighting in recent months.

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Israel and Iran step back from further strikes after renewed clashes

Israel and Iran appeared to pull back from further military action on Monday after exchanging fire for the first time since a US-brokered ceasefire two months ago. Both sides warned they would retaliate if attacked again, while regional powers and the Trump administration pushed to prevent the conflict from escalating…

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Zelensky says he had 'positive' talks with Trump envoys on Ukraine war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he held a positive conversation with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner on Monday, signalling renewed efforts to advance diplomacy over the war with Russia. The call came as European leaders backed a proposed meeting between Zelensky and Vladimir Putin to seek a ceasefire.

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Somali referee dropped from World Cup after being refused entry to US

Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan has been ruled out of officiating at the 2026 World Cup after being denied entry to the United States, FIFA said Monday, in a decision that prevents him from becoming the first Somali official to referee at the tournament.

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Trump 'can influence pace, scale and political boundaries of Israeli action', analyst says

Speaking with FRANCE 24's Monte Francis, Negah Angha, Visiting Fellow at King’s College London and former senior advisor at the National Security Council under the Biden administration, says that US President Donald Trump "is wanting to signal to Iran that he can deliver Israel if Tehran signs a deal", adding…

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Ebola cases reach more than 500

In tonight's programme: The number of Ebola cases hits 550 in DR Congo as the WHO chief praises neighbouring Uganda for its response to the outbreak. Also, in Nigeria, the military says it has rescued over 400 women and children from Boko Haram extremists after they were abducted in May.…

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Trump storms out of NBC interview after denying his own 'No War' promises

US President Donald Trump stormed off from his interview for NBC's "Meet the Press" at the weekend, after he was fact-checked on his false claims about election fraud by reporter Kristen Welker. She also asked him about the Iran war, his controversial "anti-weaponisation" fund and the cost of living, though…

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