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France is enduring an unprecedented heatwave, with record temperatures, red alerts across dozens of departments, and a rising death toll from drownings and heat-related illnesses. As politicians accuse the government of inaction, officials warn the extreme conditions could persist into mid-July.
As the UK marks ten years since the Brexit referendum, France 24's reporting reveals a nation still divided, with Remain voters unhappy and Leave voters feeling let down by politicians. The country is also preparing for its seventh prime minister since the vote, a sign of ongoing political turbulence.
European defense spending has surged since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with NATO members investing hundreds of billions, yet structural challenges and procurement bottlenecks hamper the continent's military ambitions. A scrapped Franco-German fighter jet project highlights persistent fragmentation.
France and Spain have issued red heat alerts with temperatures forecast to exceed 40C, while Italy's health ministry has declared red alerts in 16 cities. The heatwave has been linked to several deaths, including two children in France and five swimmers in Germany.
A UN-mandated commission of inquiry has released a report accusing Israeli authorities and security forces of deliberately targeting Palestinian children in Gaza, constituting genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes. The report, released on Tuesday, also details war crimes in the West Bank and says over 20,000 children were killed in Gaza. Israel has rejected the findings as a 'libellous sham'.
A Taliban delegation arrived in Brussels for one-day talks with the EU on returning failed asylum seekers, sparking criticism from rights groups. The meetings proceed despite EU's non-recognition of the Taliban government.
The Five Eyes intelligence alliance has issued a joint statement warning that frontier AI models will transform cyber capabilities within months, urging governments and corporations to act swiftly. The statement highlights both the offensive dangers and defensive potential of AI, while also noting recent actions by the US government regarding AI models and cybersecurity deadlines.
Australia’s chemical regulator has decided to allow the continued use of the herbicide paraquat with stricter conditions, citing no established causal link to Parkinson’s disease. The decision, which follows a decades-long review, has drawn disappointment from Parkinson’s researchers and groups who argue the country is out of step with scientific evidence and international bans.
The UK government has unveiled plans to require social media companies like Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok to boost content from trusted news providers, citing the threat of misinformation to democracy. The proposals, which could extend to local and national newspapers, have sparked debate over defining trustworthy news and platform regulation.
A rare red weather and health warning has been placed over large parts of the UK as forecasters expect temperatures to reach 38–40°C. France has recorded at least 18 heat-related deaths, and climate scientists are linking the intense episode to the wreck of the climate crisis.
A heatwave gripping France and other parts of Europe has been linked to the deaths of two children left in a car, as well as multiple drownings and heat-related fatalities. Temperature records were broken in several cities, and experts point to climate change as a driver of extreme heat. Reporting on the event contains some discrepancies in death tolls and temperature figures.
US President Donald Trump has weighed in on Britain's political transition, calling incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham 'extremely liberal' and predicting a rocky relationship. His comments come after Keir Starmer's resignation announcement, with Trump criticizing Starmer's handling of energy, immigration, and the Iran conflict.
Andy Burnham, the Mayor of Greater Manchester, has emerged as the likely successor to UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, following his decisive by-election win in Makerfield. Known as the 'King of the North,' Burnham's career spans from cabinet roles under Gordon Brown to his current mayoralty, where he has championed northern England and criticized government handling of COVID-19. His perceived left-wing stance and 'Manchesterism' vision could reshape UK politics.
Europe is enduring a severe heat wave, with temperatures exceeding 40°C in several countries. France has seen record-breaking heat, including the death of two children in a car, while Britain issued a rare red warning. The heat is expected to persist into the weekend.
Clive Davis, the influential music executive who signed and shaped the careers of artists including Whitney Houston, Bruce Springsteen, and Janis Joplin, has died at the age of 94. His family confirmed the news, remembering him as a towering figure in music.
A decade after the UK voted to leave the EU, reports from Al Jazeera, France 24, and RFI show the economy has lagged, migration has not fallen, and many Britons regret the decision. Yet supporters still defend Brexit, citing sovereignty and control. The EU has emerged more united, while the UK remains politically volatile.
Thalha Jubair and Owen Flowers pleaded guilty to offences linked to a 2024 cyber-attack on Transport for London that cost £39m and affected 10 million people. The National Crime Agency believes the attack was carried out by the Scattered Spider hacking group. In a separate case, a teenager was arrested and charged in the US over alleged involvement with the same group.
Keir Starmer's resignation as UK prime minister, less than two years after a landslide victory, has prompted analyses of his leadership, policy record, and the challenges of governing in a volatile political era.
As a ferocious heatwave tightens its grip across Western Europe, France places half its mainland departments on red alert, Belgium braces for record temperatures, and countries cancel events and restrict services. Climate scientists point to human-driven climate change as a key amplifier of the extreme heat, which has already been linked to several deaths.
UK media report that Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to announce plans to step down, following a by-election victory by rival Andy Burnham. The reports come amid deep Labour unrest and declining popularity for Starmer.