To defend against Russian tanks, Finland and Poland consider restoring wetlands

28/08/2025 19:22 France 24

Finland and Poland are both considering rewetting dried out peatbogs to form defence barriers against a potential Russian ground invasion. Restoring these natural carbon sinks could also bring significant environmental benefits.

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Trump's latest stance on Russia 'has managed to produce some movement on the lines', expert says

Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Alexandre Vautravers, Scientific Director at the Centre for Military History and Perspective in Geneva, says that Donald Trump's evolving stance on Russia 'has managed to produce some movement on the lines' in its war of aggression against Ukraine, despite criti...

28/08/2025 19:28 France 24

Deadly Russian attack kills 21 in Kyiv

Russian missiles and drones ripped through apartment blocks in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv early Thursday, killing at least 21 people, including four children, an attack that President Volodymyr Zelensky said showed Moscow's rejection of peace negotiations. FRANCE 24's Emmanuelle Chaze reports from...

28/08/2025 18:26 France 24

Why the falling out? Trump-Modi relations strained as US doubles tariffs on India

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28/08/2025 18:13 France 24

UNICEF says children face starvation and deadly violence in Sudan

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28/08/2025 15:40 France 24

Venezuela builds up border security in response to deployment of US warships

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28/08/2025 15:21 France 24

Tie-break: Corporate France navigates uncertain times

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28/08/2025 15:16 France 24

Deadly Russian strike hits central Kyiv

A “massive” Russian assault on Kyiv early Thursday resulted in the deaths of at least 12 people and left dozens more injured, according to Ukrainian officials. Powerful explosions rocked the Ukrainian capital during the night, illuminating the sky and sending a column of smoke into the air as e...

28/08/2025 14:36 France 24

Russia strikes hit the heart of Ukraine: At least 17 killed, including four children

28/08/2025 14:11 France 24

Iran warns return of sanctions will ‘seriously undermine’ cooperation with UN nuclear watchdog

Iran said the decision by Britain, France and Germany to launch a 30-day process to reimpose UN sanctions over its nuclear programme was a “provocative and unnecessary escalation” that would undermine the ongoing process of cooperation between Iran and the International Atomic Energy Agency (...

28/08/2025 13:44 France 24

EU leaders urge Moldova to steer clear of Russia

Europe's three musketeers touched down in Chisinau this Wednesday to urge Moldovans not to turn away from Europe in their upcoming parliamentary election. Emmanuel Macron, Friedrich Merz and Donald Tusk met for talks with President Maia Sandu amid accusations of Russian interference. They also a...

28/08/2025 13:19 France 24

Russians face fuel shortages while Ukrainian drones target Moscow’s refining capacity

Ukraine has significantly intensified its attacks against Russia's energy sector over the past few weeks, managing to disrupt oil refining capacity, weakening Moscow’s war economy. Bryan Quinn reports....

28/08/2025 13:17 France 24

Deadly Russian strikes pound Ukraine's capital Kyiv overnight

🔴A “massive” #Russian attack on #Kyiv early Thursday killed at least 14 people and wounded dozens more, Ukrainian authorities said....

28/08/2025 10:17 France 24

'Absolutely no need' to send National Guard to DC or LA, historian says

US President Donald Trump is facing sharp criticism from Democrats, who accuse him of pushing the limits of presidential power. The latest flashpoint is Trump's deployment of the National Guard to tackle crime in Washington DC and now he's warning Chicago and New York could be next. California Gove...

28/08/2025 10:17 France 24

UN Security Council affirms Gaza famine is manmade

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28/08/2025 09:31 France 24

Israeli troops have described the evacuation as inevitable as they advance towards Gaza City

Israeli and US officials met in Washington on Wednesday to discuss post-war Gaza, as Israel’s military warned that evacuation of Gaza City was “inevitable” ahead of a new offensive. Anger mounted after a double strike on Gaza's Nasser Hospital that killed 22, including journalists and medics,...

28/08/2025 09:29 France 24

Germany to boost military with new voluntary service bill

Amid rising concerns over the threat from Russia and in response to new NATO obligations, the German government is aiming to reverse the Bundeswehr’s long-standing recruitment shortfall. On Wednesday, the Cabinet approved an ambitious plan to expand the number of active-duty soldiers from the cur...

28/08/2025 08:55 France 24

Russia strikes the heart of Ukraine: At least 12 killed in mass drone and missile attack on Kyiv

28/08/2025 08:48 France 24

Massive Russian strikes pound Ukraine’s capital Kyiv overnight

A “massive” Russian attack on Kyiv early Thursday killed at least 12 people and wounded dozens more, Ukrainian authorities said. Powerful explosions shook the Ukrainian capital overnight, lighting up the sky and leaving a column of smoke as emergency crews rushed to affected areas. France24 Cor...

28/08/2025 08:42 France 24

'They had no time to take shelter': At least 12 people killed by Russian strikes on Kyiv

FRANCE 24's Kyiv correspondent Emmanuelle Chaze reports from the Ukrainian capital, where Russian missiles hammered seven districts across the city. The strikes killed at least 12 people and wounded dozens more, local authorities said....

28/08/2025 08:03 France 24

Deadly Russian strikes pound Ukraine’s capital Kyiv overnight

A “massive” Russian attack on Kyiv early Thursday killed at least 15 people and wounded dozens more, Ukrainian authorities said. Powerful explosions shook the Ukrainian capital overnight, lighting up the sky and leaving a column of smoke as emergency crews rushed to affected areas....

28/08/2025 03:44 France 24

Gaza: Donald Trump holds post-war Gaza policy meeting with Blair and Kushner

Israeli and US officials met in Washington on Wednesday to discuss post-war Gaza, as Israel’s military warned that evacuation of Gaza City was “inevitable” ahead of a new offensive. Anger mounted over a double strike on Nasser Hospital that killed 22, including journalists and medics, Gaza he...

28/08/2025 02:28 France 24

Israel says Gaza City evacuation is 'inevitable' as Trump holds talks on post-war plans

27/08/2025 22:36 France 24

French, German, Polish leaders vow 'support' to Moldova in face of Russia

The leaders of France, Germany and Poland all expressed their support for Moldova's EU bid on Wednesday, slamming Russian "lies" and "hybrid attacks" during a symbolic visit to the former Soviet republic bordering Ukraine. The visit comes a day before campaigning starts for next month's tense parli...

27/08/2025 21:40 France 24

'This party is almost over', expert says as Russia slashes 2025 forecast

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27/08/2025 20:57 France 24

Leaders of Senegal, France say they're committed to strengthening relationship

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27/08/2025 20:29 France 24

White nationalist agenda? Minorities in front line of Trump policy targets

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27/08/2025 18:21 France 24

How Russia is building airports to launch Iranian drones at Ukraine

The number of Russian strikes on Ukraine using Shahed kamikaze drones has been rising significantly since the beginning of the year, terrorising civilians. In order to continue its relentless drone campaign, Russia has been setting up special airports custom-built for mass drone launches. The FRANC...

27/08/2025 16:46 France 24

The Bright Side: Smiling figurine thought to be first 'portrait' of a Viking

Denmark's National Museum has unveiled what it calls the first true "portrait" of a Viking. The remarkably detailed 10th-century figurine challenges popular notions of the Norse as wild, unkempt warriors, instead revealing a figure of refinement and style – and with a smile....

27/08/2025 16:30 France 24

REPLAY & ANALYSIS - Moldova: EU leaders show support against 'Russian interference'

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27/08/2025 15:21 France 24

Fighting war-fuelled cholera in Sudan: NGO sounds alarm on lack of funding

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27/08/2025 13:13 France 24

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