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https://ift.tt/69MCNja Afghan women are forbidden from praying loudly or reciting the Quran in front of other women, according to a Taliban government minister. It’s the latest restriction on women following morality laws that ban them from raising their voice and baring their faces outside the home. FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney speaks to former Afghan Minister Nargis Nehan. She says that women's rights in Afghanistan are a universal issue, not an internal problem of the country. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/O64qFSG

https://ift.tt/xZDYAKQ Despite opposition from the United States and a warning from the UN Security Council, the Israeli parliament voted on Monday to ban the UN's Palestinian refugee agency (UNRWA) from operating on Israeli territory. This vote has far-reaching humanitarian and political consequences, forcing the international community to rethink all aid to the Palestinians. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/5qD7YGc

https://ift.tt/dRBjkZe October 30, 1974, is a legendary date in Congolese history. On that day, Muhammad Ali faced off against George Foreman in a world heavyweight championship boxing match in Kinshasa. Fifty years on, young boxers continue to draw inspiration from the event. Meanwhile, Eugene Rwamucyo gets a 27-year jail sentence. The former Rwandan doctor was found guilty of complicity in the 1994 genocide. Finally, diamond-rich Botswana voted in general elections this Wednesday, with the ruling party vying to extend its 58 years in power.  from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/6mkDyzW

https://ift.tt/rubp4Uc Israel continued its 24-day siege on northern Gaza on Tuesday, carrying out large-scale strikes across the city of Beit Lahiya, killing at least 93 people, and wounding dozens more. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/jaT4onl

https://ift.tt/GU2adyw Hezbollah announced on Tuesday that it has chosen cleric Naim Kassem to lead the Lebanese militant group after the killing of its longtime leader Hassan Nasrallah in an Israeli airstrike on a Beirut suburb in late September. FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney speaks to David Wood, Senior Analyst for Lebanon at ICG. Amid talk of potential ceasefire negotiations, he says that Hezbollah is not in a position of weakness where it would accept any terms in order to get a truce. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/o0yciau

https://ift.tt/McfbypJ The UN Security Council met in New York on Monday to discuss the violence in Sudan. Civilians are increasingly affected. This is particularly the case since last Friday in the state of Al-Jazira, until now relatively spared from the killings of civilians.  from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/uA4xTkm

https://ift.tt/jIceJKP North Korea has reportedly sent 10,000 troops to Russia for training, tripling prior estimates. NATO and the EU warned of an escalating Ukraine conflict, with President Volodymyr Zelensky speculating Pyongyang may soon deploy 12,000 soldiers. Joe Biden condemned the move as "very dangerous." from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/8eFOKgs

https://ift.tt/IKoiwRe France and Morocco signed agreements worth up to 10 billion euros during President Macron's visit aimed at improving strained relations. Deals, witnessed by Macron and King Mohammed VI, cover sectors like energy and infrastructure, with more expected. Macron’s visit follows an invitation by the king amid years of tension. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/n5R14Kt

https://ift.tt/QJNjPap Bulgaria’s conservative GERB party, led by ex-premier Boyko Borisov, claimed around 25% of votes in the country's seventh election in four years, early results show. Analysts warn of persistent uncertainty due to lack of a clear majority, leaving Bulgaria's political future unresolved amid ongoing deadlock. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/Z6hCbBd

https://ift.tt/teaZOWv Georgia's ruling party, Georgian Dream, won the country's parliamentary elections the central election commission said Sunday. Pro-Western opposition parties have rejected the result saying it was "falsified" and the election "stolen" from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/izJDcXn

https://ift.tt/KGNQd7D Japan's ruling party braced for a crushing result that could undermine its majority in parliament as ballox boxes opened on Sunday, as voters have been left disillusioned by Japan's high cost of living and political scandals. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/Brvxbht

https://ift.tt/R2HKYOd Israeli strikes targeted the southern suburb of Beirut early Sunday morning, Lebanon’s official National News Agency said, after the Israeli army issued evacuation calls. Follow our live blog on events in the Middle East. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/pAyirgZ

https://ift.tt/yPEbQ0h Ballot boxes opened in Georgia on Saturday giving voters a stark choice between two competing visions for the country: pro-Western candidates with aspirations for European Union membership and a ruling party that intends to turn towards Russia. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/i5CzBjf

https://ift.tt/kS64h5z Israel has launched airstrikes on Iran in a retaliatory attack that could push the Middle East closer to a regional war. Explosions were reported around Tehran, in the early hours of Saturday, as Israeli jets struck what were described as “military targets” in the country. Follow our live blog on events in the Middle East. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/EtbGFKY

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https://ift.tt/R7f845Q They're pulling out all the stops to win over undecided voters. Democratic candidate, Kamala Harris, is being joined by both former president, Barack Obama, and rock star, Bruce Springsteen. Donald Trump is courting voters in Tempe, Arizona, and Las Vegas. FRANCE 24's Fraser Jackson reports from Philadelphia on the latest polls. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/xYaK5mt

https://ift.tt/aqHPgyl US intelligence officials accuse Moscow of trying to disrupt the presidential election, after a deepfake video went viral smearing Democratic VP candidate Tim Walz with sexual abuse allegations during his time as a high school teacher. The video may be fabricated, but the name of the false victim matches a former student at Walz's high school -- though he confirmed he was never taught nor abused by Walz. France 24’s Vedika Bahl explains these false accusations in this episode of Truth or Fake. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/sPLfwyg

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https://ift.tt/4OibEMu At this year's BRICS summit, one of the main issues on the agenda is Vladimir Putin's idea for a payment system to rival SWIFT and bypass Western sanctions. A UN report shows the impact of war has set back development in Gaza by 69 years. In the US, Kamala Harris is far ahead of Donald Trump when it comes to fundraising. The former CEO of Abercrombie & Fitch has been arrested and charged with running a prostitution and international sex trafficking business.  from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/LwzNm83

https://ift.tt/XyRMnLG Two dozen world leaders, including Xi Jinping, Narendra Modi, and Recep Tayyip Erdogan, gather in Kazan, Russia, for a BRICS summit, aiming to challenge Western dominance. The event is Russia's largest diplomatic gathering since its Ukraine invasion, showcasing Moscow's defiance of Western isolation. The summit runs from October 22 to 24. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/W3lZFeX

https://ift.tt/eIa9Jm3 Cuba's capital remains paralysed as the island braces for a fourth night of blackouts after Hurricane Oscar's landfall. Protests erupted in urban areas like Havana, with residents banging pots, blocking streets, and demanding water. The government issued stern warnings against unrest, while six people have been reported dead due to the storm's impact. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/KOtW7rD

https://ift.tt/Tme8Hkq US Secretary of State Antony Blinken left for the Middle East Monday on a new push for an elusive Gaza ceasefire two weeks before US elections, seeing a new opportunity from Israel's killing of Hamas's leader. It will be the 11th trip to the Middle East by the top US diplomat since war broke out a year ago. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates on the Middle East crisis. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/StyPpXi

https://ift.tt/vmYlA2Z The world's largest nature protection conference opened in Colombia Monday. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called for urgent action and investment in the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF), established last year. He urged countries to increase commitments and mobilize public and private finance to address biodiversity loss. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/JlCjGTO

https://ift.tt/pvBjhE6 Kamala Harris celebrated her 60th birthday campaigning in Georgia, joined by Stevie Wonder, while Donald Trump appealed to blue-collar voters in Pennsylvania. Harris urged compassion and focus on families, contrasting her message with opponents sowing division. Wonder serenaded Harris at a Black church, emphasizing unity and community responsibility in the final days of the US election. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/Z3svkRV

https://ift.tt/82TWnyF 2024-10-20 08:01 Gaza from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/LazEpcv

https://ift.tt/vU18ZVh An Israeli strike on a residential area killed at least 73 Palestinians in Beit Lahia located in northern Gaza, according to the enclave’s civil defence agency. An Israeli official meanwhile disputed the death toll, which was confirmed by the Hamas media office. Follow our live blog for more updates. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/07pX2l5

https://ift.tt/EkpWO8K Pop stars Lizzo and Usher joined Democrat presidential candidate Kamala Harris on the campaign trail Saturday while tech tycoon Elon Musk doubled down on his support for Republican nominee Donald Trump by offering cash awards to registered voters.  from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/Oth9dzH

https://ift.tt/YN4z6gF Families of Israeli hostages are increasingly fearing for the wellbeing of their relatives held captive in Gaza after Hamas vowed not to release them until the war in Gaza is over in response to the killing of the group's leader Yahya Sinwar.  from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/uaLSwsG

https://ift.tt/cWnxpEk The supreme leader of Iran Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said Saturday that Hamas was alive and will survive despite the death of its leader Yahya Sinwar in an Israeli military operation in Gaza. The Iran-backed group has vowed Friday not to release the remaining hostages in the Strip until the war with Israel ends. Follow our live blog for the latest updates. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/dZ0ibvf

https://ift.tt/Gu5IS1j In tonight's edition, Kenyan President William Ruto names his new deputy, but the previous vice president is fighting his impeachment. Also, President Faye of Senegal visits the eastern region devastated by floods.  And we speak to South African fine artist Reggie Khumalo about his exhibit at the 'Also Known As Africa' art fair here in Paris. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/uBafvrh

https://ift.tt/7Ix40Xq PRESS REVIEW – October 18: The death of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar dominates front pages, as journalists ask what’s next. Also, in Brussels, Poland receives support for its plan to suspend asylum rights for Russia and Belarus, and the EU is told to take a leaf out of Giorgia Meloni’s book after the first migrants went to her newly opened Albanian detention centres this week. But will they stay? Finally, Humboldt penguins fight back against vampire bats in coastal Peru. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/XKAbHjg

https://ift.tt/fqxjkIo The billionaire founder of Tesla and Space X and owner of the social media platform X held his first solo event in support of Donald Trump for president on Thursday. He encouraged voters in the Philadelphia suburbs to register to cast their ballots and vote early, though some attendees shouted back, “Why?” from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/sDAtHdK

https://ift.tt/eVTJtIw Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky EU and NATO Thursday his country must be in a position of strength before any peace talks with Russia, as he presented his "victory plan" in Brussels. "Ukraine is ready for real diplomacy, but for it, we must be strong," Zelensky said as he met with the EU's 27 leaders. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/6W5Pkjv

https://ift.tt/0FXbMVS Now that Hamas' mastermind Sinwar is dead. It remains unclear who may succeed him, an uncompromising enemy of Israel with a reputation as a ruthless enforcer within the organisation. None of his potential successors has the same profile. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/4ORSLNh

https://ift.tt/IxQWDlw Music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs faces new federal lawsuits, including allegations of molesting a minor, according to Rolling Stone. Filed in Manhattan, the suits include claims from two women and four men, spanning incidents from 1995 to 2021. Combs, now 54, is accused of serious misconduct. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/5SJLe1g

https://ift.tt/1k0jtfQ Supporters of ex-Bolivian president Evo Morales blocked key roads in Cochabamba, clashing with police over his possible arrest for alleged rape of a minor. The indefinite protests began at dawn, targeting routes connecting Cochabamba to Sucre and Santa Cruz, as tensions rise over the charges against Morales. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/yMJIzxD

https://ift.tt/0QSfjZa Europe's water health is under severe strain, with only 37% of surface waters in good condition, warns the European Environment Agency. Pollution, habitat degradation, climate change, and freshwater overuse are key threats. "Our waters face unprecedented challenges," said EEA Executive Director Leena Yla-Mononen, highlighting risks to Europe's water security. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/Hw1oCGN

https://ift.tt/ZEG0gH5 The introduction has a few minor grammatical and punctuation issues. Here’s the corrected version: US Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris on Saturday issued a medical report showing she is in “excellent health” and fit to serve as the country’s leader. The move is seen as a challenge to Donald Trump, whom Harris has accused of lacking transparency for not releasing his own medical records. After Joe Biden dropped out of the race for the White House in July, Trump became the oldest presidential nominee from a major political party in US history. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/rYzET1b

https://ift.tt/VkPDUGL US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has called his Israeli counterpart Yoav Gallant to express his country’s deep concern over reports that Israel troops had fired on UN peacekeeping positions in Lebanon. The call comes after 40 nations that contribute to the UN force issued a joint statement condemning the attack. Follow our live blog for all the latest developments on situation in the Middle East. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/D2EfRBa

https://ift.tt/dLWv5hF AFP photographer Mahmud Hams won the top prize for photos including his harrowing image of a woman after an Israeli strike on  Khan Younis in the Gaza Strip on October 17, 2023. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/P6RSprZ

https://ift.tt/R0rzbav A two-year investigation by FRANCE 24 has revealed that hunting cartridges produced by the French-Italian ammunition manufacturer Cheddite were used in Iran during the violent crackdown on the "Woman, Life, Freedom" protests in 2022. The investigation uncovers how these cartridges are widely available in Iran, despite European sanctions imposed in 2011. It appears the ammunition may have been routed through Turkey, where Cheddite at one point held shares in a weapons manufacturing company. This investigation, broadcast by FRANCE 24, sheds light on the dealings that allowed the ammunition to reach Iranian soil, despite international sanctions. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/Yk59vAB

https://ift.tt/bZ6JPkm Boeing plans to lay off about 10% of its workers in the coming months, about 17,000 people, as it continues to lose money and tries to deal with a strike that is crippling production of the company’s best-selling airline planes. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/i71hek8

https://ift.tt/QnKzJH1 Fitch Ratings revised France's long-term outlook to negative on Friday while keeping its rating at AA-. The company cited increased fical policy risks, with government debt moving toward 118.5% of GDP by 2028.  from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/AktR7uP

https://ift.tt/7TAnWI9 Israel observed Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, on Saturday amid a firestorm of international criticism over its military offensive in Lebanon and its soldiers firing on peacekeepers. As the holy day got under way Friday from sundown, Israel faced diplomatic backlash over what it acknowledged was a "hit" earlier in the day on a United Nations peacekeeping position in Lebanon. Read our liveblog to see how all the day's events unfolded. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/3wDhZQH

https://ift.tt/Q1OMWcC Former US President Barack Obama criticized Donald Trump, calling him "crazy," and urged voters to support Kamala Harris in the 2024 campaign. Speaking in Pennsylvania, Obama also addressed Black male voters' hesitancy toward Harris. During a rally in Pittsburgh, he compared Trump’s lengthy speeches to Fidel Castro’s, calling Trump disconnected from ordinary Americans. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/ng78BET

https://ift.tt/W71xV3h Authorities in Martinique will ban protests and impose a new curfew after fresh riots over rising prices led to one death, 26 officers injured, and looted stores. Violent protests over high food prices have rocked the island of 350,000, with tensions reigniting Monday after a brief lull. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/eHhCW8r

https://ift.tt/8AO7lgF France eased past Israel 4-1 in the Nations League, despite missing Kylian Mbappe and Antoine Griezmann's recent retirement. Eduardo Camavinga and Christopher Nkunku scored in the first half in Budapest, where Israel is hosting games due to the Middle East security situation. It's the first time since 2016 that neither Mbappe nor Griezmann featured in Didier Deschamps' squad. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/ahFrTSX

https://ift.tt/FvI19Hk After leaving power cuts and uprooted trees in its wake throughout Western Europe, the remnants of Hurricane Kirk reached southern France, producing torrential rain that killed one amateur sailor in the French port city of Sète and prompted authorities to put all French departments on orange alert. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/JSOML3Q

https://ift.tt/T0ENA3Z An "Israeli attack" hit the Syrian town of Hassiah, located in the southwest Homs province, early on Thursday, reportedly targeting a "car factory" in the city's industrial area, Syrian state media said. Follow our live blog for the latest news on the crisis in the Middle East. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/VW8bi95

https://ift.tt/2Fbh0UZ Floods caused by intense rains have resulted in 339 deaths and displaced more than 1.1 million people in Niger since June, while also causing devastating damage to the Sahel nation's critical resources, cultural sites, and schools. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/UjW7qIO

https://ift.tt/l1MwTAu Israeli airstrikes killed at least 12 Palestinians in central and northern Gaza on Wednesday morning, including nine members of the same family, the Palestinian Authority's news agency WAFA reported. Follow our live blog for the latest developments on the crisis in the Middle East. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/OhEtVGL

https://ift.tt/dIjzrUc Two weeks after Hurricane Helene plowed through the southeast of the United States, Floridians rushed to secure their homes and leave as Hurricane Milton was again upgraded to a Category 5 storm on Tuesday with the potential of doubling Helene's "storm surge". US presidential candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris turned the crisis into political talking points, with the latter spreading false claims about the White House's misuse of emergency funds. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/vecQVwP

https://ift.tt/3OhKavL Elon Musk's X will recuperate its 22 million users in Brazil as the country's Supreme Court lifted its month-long ban on the controversial social media platform on Tuesday. In addition to the company's $5.2 million settlement, Judge Alexandre de Moraes asserted that it had complied with Moraes' conditions to end its suspension. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/4gGwYes

https://ift.tt/5XszwpZ The Israeli military on Tuesday said it had “eliminated” the commander of Hezbollah’s headquarters, Suhail Hussein Husseini. In a statement, it said Husseini had been killed in a strike in Beirut. Follow our liveblog for all the latest developments on the crisis in the Middle East.  from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/eWG1LO9

https://ift.tt/WYcjitm Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris said she would not meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin if Ukraine was not also represented. She also reiterated criticism of her rival Donald Trump's policies on Ukraine, describing them as a 'surrender'. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/exqzVAQ

https://ift.tt/o1wgazD A federal judge in the United States has ordered tech giant Google to open its Android smartphones to rival app stores. The order comes after an antitrust case where a jury decided Google had illegal monopoly power with the way it operates its Google Play store. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/26v7pbx

https://ift.tt/MAFnoS1 Thousands gathered over the weekend for emotional commemorations marking the first anniversary of Hamas’s October 7, 2023, attack on Israel. Candlelight vigils, memorials, and marches took place in cities including Tel Aviv, London, Paris, and Berlin. In Tel Aviv, a vigil was held for victims of the Nova dance festival massacre, with more events planned globally on Monday. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/pFV3MdX

https://ift.tt/imDEIw6 From Jakarta to Los Angeles, protesters in cities in Asia, Africa, Europe and the Americas kicked off a weekend of demonstrations calling for ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon. Security has been tightened in many cities amid planned protests and commemorations ahead of Monday's anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/scw5Rly

https://ift.tt/iYJvo7V In a much-hyped return to the site of an assassination attempt, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump on Saturday told supporters he would never be silenced. At the rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, Trump lashed out at his opponents, calling them “the enemy within” while billionaire Elon Musk told the crowd a Trump win was necessary to “preserve democracy in America”. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/CEer8cl

https://ift.tt/8vDEi7O Incumbent Kais Saied looks set to win another term in office in Sunday’s presidential election featuring just two opposition candidates: a former lawmaker who supported Saied’s 2021 power grab and a businessman who was recently jailed. Tunisia’s election commission barred 14 hopefuls from running during a campaign season marred by a crackdown on dissent.  from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/c5O9A8L

https://ift.tt/bILpcOB An Israeli strike on a mosque sheltering displaced people in Deir al-Balah in central Gaza early Sunday killed at least 21 people, according to the Gaza civil defence agency. In Lebanon, massive explosions shook the southern suburbs of Beirut overnight as Israel stepped up its bombardments of Hezbollah stronghold areas. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments in the Middle East. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/73G2dRM

https://ift.tt/26QxZg8 Back in the spring, the French Pacific territory of New Caledonia was gripped by deadly riots that left many businesses in ruin. This, in turn, aggravated its already crippled economy. The nickel industry, the archipelago's primary resource, was already facing setbacks before the riots, forcing many employers to lay off swaths of their workforce. Our colleagues at France 2 report, with FRANCE 24's Lauren Bain.  from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/SltwuBf

https://ift.tt/AEDYZ9H Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump is set to return Saturday to the site in Butler, Pennsylvania, where a gunman tried to assassinate him in July. He will be accompanied by his running mate, JD Vance and tech billionaire Elon Musk, who has funded conservative and right-wing groups in recent years. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/4LUK6Qz

https://ift.tt/AHEkNyv Hezbollah fighters were engaged in ongoing clashes with Israeli troops in the Lebanon border area, the group said early Saturday, as massive explosions ripped the southern suburbs of Beirut for another night. The death toll from Israel's escalation of its war against Hezbollah has surpassed 2,000 people, according to Lebanese health officials. Follow our live coverage of the conflict in the Middle East.  from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/T1Fz4NI

https://ift.tt/voS6L1t While more than 240 million Americans are eligible to vote in 2024, a relatively small number will actually decide the election. Voters in just seven swing states are likely to determine whether Vice President Kamala Harris or former president Donald Trump will be the next occupant of the White House. But several factors are making these battlegrounds too close to call. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/xq4sZQf

https://ift.tt/sew4hAn The Haitian government announced on Wednesday it will seek to "reduce the excessive migrant populations" in the country by implementing a new plan that would expel 10,000 undocumented Haitians a week, potentially forcing them to return to a country fraught with gang violence that has killed 3,600 people in Haiti this year. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/gaJq0Y8

https://ift.tt/SQjZcDg US President Joe Biden told reporters on Thursday that it was still possible to avoid further escalation in the ongoing crisis in the Middle East on Thursday, saying he doesn't "doesn't believe there is going to be an all-out war." As Israel signaled wider operations with new evacuation orders in Lebanon on Thursday, Lebanon's health ministry reported 37 deaths from Israeli attacks over the past 24 hours.   from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/S9tdR7Z

https://ift.tt/cnT7V6F Israel’s assassination of longtime Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, its elimination of most of the group's top commanders and the destruction of its communications system – spectacularly illustrated by exploding pagers and walkie-talkies – has crippled the Shiite group, leaving it with little choice but to return to the guerrilla tactics it deployed when it began in the 1980s. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/YneszhR

https://ift.tt/0352RPm Haiti's political stability was dealt another blow on Wednesday when the country's Unit for Combating Corruption published a report accusing three members of the island's transitional presidential council of demanding over $750,000 in bribes, further chiseling away at the people's trust in the council.  from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/UEpQwit

https://ift.tt/EmJTgvp At least five people have been killed and 11 have been injured in an Israeli air strike targeting a Hezbollah rescue facility in Bachoura, a district located in the center of Beirut. Journalists and witnesses reported loud explosions, marking the second Israeli attack on the Lebanese capital this week. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/7NozSAY

https://ift.tt/DsIXy0W Two Champions League giants fell on Wednesday, as holders Real Madrid and perennial contenders Bayern Munich suffered shock losses to underdogs Lille and Aston Villa, respectively. 2019 champions Liverpool continued their fine form, while Benfica crushed Atlético Madrid 4-0 in what was a second straight eventful night in Europe's premier football competition. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/Env5tjA

https://ift.tt/SxQPaHR The death toll from Hurricane Helene has now surpassed 150 as rescue workers use helicopters to get past destroyed bridges and to home in isolated area. US Vice President Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris will travel to Georgia to survey the impacts of Hurricane Helene on Wednesday, her office announced.  from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/xP3QjLa

https://ift.tt/zpOSWmk At least five Israeli strikes hit Beirut's southern suburbs early Wednesday, a Lebanese security source said, as the Israeli military said it was targeting Hezbollah sites and issued several evacuation orders. "At least five Israeli strikes targeted Beirut's southern suburbs," the source said, requesting anonymity because they were not authorised to speak to the media. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/oHESV51

https://ift.tt/5zlWFa7 More than 100 people, including dozens of children, who say they were victims of rape, sexual assault and sexual exploitation at the hands of Sean "Diddy" Combs are to sue the US rap star, a lawyer said Tuesday. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/29cdP85

https://ift.tt/09fIhNK Arsenal beat Paris Saint-Germain 2-0 on Tuesday in a Champions League match in a London. 25-year-old Kai Havertz put Arsenal on the path to victory with a well-timed run and header in the 20th minute. Borussia Dortmund thrashed Celtic 7-1 in Germany. Among the home highlights, player of the match Karim Adeyemi scored a first-half hat-trick. from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/ruxCJfM

https://ift.tt/4ERaeP9 NATO's new chief Mark Rutte took over the leadership of the military alliance from outgoing NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg at a ceremony in Brussels on Tuesday. In his acceptance speech, Rutte downplayed fears over the impact of a potential Donald Trump victory in upcoming US president election and pledged to keep backing Ukraine.   from France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines https://ift.tt/9FpzAym