Oxfam takes France to court over 'tax inequality': 'Problem' with tax system, public service funding
François Picard is pleased to welcome Layla Abdelké Yakoub, Tax Justice and Inequality Advocacy Officer at Oxfam France. "Today in France a billionaire pays less taxes proportionally than a nurse or a firefighter," explains Yakoub. She challenges the foundations of France's fiscal system, arguing that the growing…
Bron: France 24 (france24.com). Nieuwskoerier vat het nieuws samen en verwijst door naar de uitgever; alle rechten op het volledige artikel berusten bij de bron.
Meer international
Bus hits train stopped on French side of Channel Tunnel, with 19 injured
Two people were severely injured and evacuated by helicopter but no one's life appeared to be in danger, officials said.
Israeli ‘ad’ firm helped infect spyware into Al Jazeera devices
An Israeli spyware disguised as a digital advertisement firm has targeted journalists’ devices at Al Jazeera.
ICE tactics spark debate before pivotal US midterm elections
Polls have found that Trump's hardline immigration enforcement effort has divided voters before the 2026 midterm race.
Robots dance the ‘Macarena’ at Japan tech expo
Humanoid robots were seen performing the “Macarena” at the annual CEATEC technology exhibition in Chiba, Japan.
Bus, train collide, injuring 19 at Channel Tunnel terminal
A minibus carrying truck drivers collided with a freight train near the Channel Tunnel entrance in France, injuring 19 people, with five severely hurt. Emergency services rushed to the scene.
EU member states set for budget clash
European lawmakers have kicked off what's likely to be a long and fierce negotiation over the bloc's seven-year budget. Member states are divided on spending priorities, and pending elections in countries including France and Italy are adding pressure to the talks in Brussels. Also in the show - AI stocks lose a…
Saudi Arabia postpones major sporting events amid Houthi attacks
Several major sporting events in Saudi Arabia have been cancelled or postponed as a result of repeated deadly attacks from Iran-backed Houthi rebels against the Kingdom's airports and infrastructure. FRANCE 24's Mark Owen speaks with Guy Barton, Visiting Fellow at Lancaster University and co-creator and co-host of The…
At least 7 crew members missing after drone attacks on ships in Black Sea
Emergency teams are searching for 7 missing crew after two chemical tankers were attacked in the Black Sea.
Kinshasa braces for potential conflict as Kabila joins M23
In tonight's edition, as Joseph Kabila returns to centre stage with a new alliance with the M23 rebels, political leaders in Congo are having to choose sides. Also, the US is calling for restraint in Ethiopia as a rights group warns that the conflict in Tigray is already taking a toll on civilians. And the season of…
Why are migrants risking their lives at sea to reach Yemen?
Al Jazeera’s Al Anoud Al Aqeedi explains why migrants are risking their lives to make the journey to Yemen.
Northern Ireland ex-DUP leader Donaldson sentenced to 15 years for child sex crimes
Judge says Jeffrey Donaldson never apologised to victims as politician seeks to appeal his convictions.
Poll shows Bolsonaro with slight lead over Lula ahead of Brazilian run-off
Poll shows right-wing candidate with two percent advantage over Lula going into second round of voting on October 25.
Somalia says it will hold elections in 2027
Critics say unilateral decision to call polls is a recipe for more conflict.
'It is clear that sooner or later we will have European casualties', Romanian MEP
Rescuers searched on Thursday for seven missing sailors after drones struck two chemical tankers near Romania's Black Sea coast, setting them ablaze and raising fresh security concerns along a vital shipping route used by Ukraine. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Europe editor Armen Georgian, Nicolae Stefanuta, Romanian MEP…
Houthi attack on palace used by Yemen government in Aden kills five
At least five people were killed and 16 wounded Thursday in a Houthi missile and drone attack on the palace located in Yemen's interim capital – the southern port city of Aden, used by the country's internationally recognised government, an official said.
Donald Trump 'openly financing Russia's war with Ukraine', Nobel peace laureate says
Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Nobel Peace laureate Oleksandra Matviichuk, Director of the Centre for Civil Liberties, says that with the diesel-supply deal with Moscow Donald Trump "is openly financing this war, by lifting sanctions is providing Russia with opportunities to earn more money" adding that "extra…
0 reacties
Praat mee over dit bericht — respectvol en on-topic.
Praat mee — maak in één tik een gratis account en reageer direct op dit artikel.