Iran, Ukraine dominate G7 summit
Here’s what came out of the G7 summit in France.
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Trump suggests US can swiftly reimpose sanctions on Russian oil
As the war in Ukraine took centre stage at the G7 summit in Evian, France, US President Donald Trump said Moscow should make peace with Kyiv and suggested that the US could bring back sanctions on Russian oil now that the Strait of Hormuz is expected to reopen. Also in the segment, the iconic BHV department store in…
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UN chief visits Haiti as gang violence soars and number of displaced hits 1.5 million
Guterres’ first stop was the headquarters of the new gang-suppression force, which the UN Security Council approved in September.
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Iranian fans honour Minab victims at World Cup match
Iranian fans turned their World Cup match against New Zealand into a moment of remembrance, raising ‘Minab 168’ banners.
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SOS messages from Mideast seas plunge India-US ties into choppy waters
The US military killed three Indian soldiers last week when it fired on a vessel while enforcing a US naval blockade, the latest in a series of setbacks for US-India ties. As Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G7 summit this week, the two leaders will seek to reset…
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Trump 'doesn't share European view about Russian threat', analyst says
Speaking with FRANCE 24's Mark Owen, Ian Lesser, Distinguished Fellow and Advisor to the President of the German Marshall Fund of the United States, explains that Trump "doesn't completely share the European view about the nature of the threat to European security that Russian behaviour poses. Fot him this is a…
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JR's "The Cave" on Paris' Pont Neuf is finally open to the public
"The Cave" at Pont Neuf has finally opened its doors this Monday. The announcement was made by the artist JR in the afternoon, as repairs were nearing completion after the canvas was torn by strong winds on June 2. It is now possible to explore, free of charge and 24 hours a day, the interior of the ephemeral artwork…
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US judge upholds conviction of ex-judge who helped man evade federal agents
Activists say former judge Hannah Dugan was targeted by the Trump administration for defiance over immigration raids.
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What has Iran won and lost from this war?
Iran's relationship with its Gulf neighbours, which it attacked during the war, has been damaged.
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After a Bitter Split, European Leaders Play Nice With Trump
A peace framework with Iran, and hope for cooperation with Ukraine, softened the tone on Tuesday at a Group of 7 gathering in France.
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‘I know what you’ve been through’: FIFA president visits Iran team
FIFA President Gianni Infantino praised Iran’s players during a World Cup dressing room visit after the team’s 2-2 draw.
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine opposes death penalty, reversing past support
Support for capital punishment has steadily declined in the United States, with several states rolling back its use.
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Repairs begin at 1,000-year-old Kyiv monastery after Russian attack
The Kyiv Pechersk Lavra is under repair after deadly Russian attacks on the Ukrainian capital on Monday.
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Ukraine back in favour? At G7, Trump threatens return of Russia oil sanctions
Before he left Washington, there were reports Volodymyr Zelenskiy wasn't even on Donald Trump's G7 bilateral meeting list, but in the end, the U-S president took the meeting. And more. In the French Alps resort of Evian, Trump putting the onus on Vladimir Putin to come to the bargaining table and even suggesting a…
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‘Hockey Night in Canada,’ a Saturday Night Ritual on the CBC, Is No More
The longtime over-the-air telecast will no longer be free after the national broadcaster, and Rogers Sportsnet, the N.H.L. rights-holder, could not agree on a sub-licensing deal.
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German broadcaster removes TV intro after Elon Musk takes legal action
ZDF TV responded to a "cease and desist" letter after the tech trillionaire condemned the broadcaster's "outrageous lies".
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Toronto police say dozens of shootings are linked to ‘multilayered’ gun-for-hire network
Young adults and teens are being recruited through apps like Telegram and paid to carry out attacks, officials sayPolice investigators in Toronto have said that dozens of shootings – including one at the US consulate in March – are linked to a “multilayered” gun-for-hire network that is also responsible for attacks on…
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CRISPR gene-editing for crops: Precision tool or new risk?
The EU is poised to ease restrictions on crops developed using Novel Genetic Techniques. While supporters say the technology could help farmers adapt to climate change, critics argue its effects remain poorly understood.
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Africa’s chances at the World Cup
There are six teams from sub-Saharan Africa to watch at this World Cup.
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Pont Neuf 'Cavern' installation over the Seine finally opens after damage
Visitors are finally stepping into darkness at the Pont Neuf, where French artist JR has transformed Paris’s oldest bridge into a towering artificial cavern. The installation was originally set to open to the public on June 6, but strong winds tore parts of the inflatable structure a few days before its début.…
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Robinhood slashes workforce by 10 percent amid restructuring
CEO Vlad Tenev said while the firm is in a strong financial position, it has been a ‘heavily-layered organization'.
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Super powers in the 21st century 'often not able' to defeat smaller powers
Haxie Meyers-Belkin is pleased to welcome Peter Zamaya, Director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative. His central argument is that traditional assumptions about military strength are increasingly being challenged by technological innovation, asymmetric warfare, and political resilience. In this framework, Ukraine's…
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Israel seizes power over occupied West Bank mosque from Palestinians
Hebron's mayor warns unilateral changes breach agreements, posing significant consequences for the region's stability.
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Ronaldo’s last dance as Portugal face DR Congo in World Cup: All to know
Team news, prediction, and lineups as Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal begin quest for maiden Cup trophy against DR Congo.
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