| | 3. France, Poland pledge mutual defence in new cooperation treaty18:36[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | France and Poland on Friday signed a treaty with a clause committing both countries to mutual support in case of an attack by an aggressor. French President Emmanuel Macron insisted that the treaty added to the protections in place under the countries' EU and NATO membership as he appeared alongside his Polish counterpart Donald Tusk in Nancy, France. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
4. Border tensions: Can diplomacy defuse the India-Pakistan standoff?17:54[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | As the tit-for-tat continues between India and Pakistan following New Delhi’s response to April’s terror attack on civilians in Kashmir, we speak to Christopher Clary, Associate Professor of Political Science at the University at Albany, to discuss whether diplomacy can help ease the tensions between the nuclear powers. We also find out how Islamabad has managed to sustain its influence on the global stage, as India inches closer to the West. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
6. Remembering Setif, the VE Day colonial massacres that ‘lost Algeria’ for France17:05[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | Eighty years ago this week, as jubilant crowds in Europe celebrated the defeat of Nazi Germany, French forces launched a ferocious colonial crackdown in eastern Algeria where demonstrators had dared to raise the Algerian flag. The Setif massacres would lead Algerian nationalists to embrace armed struggle, paving the way for the country’s gruesome war of independence. Long forgotten in France, the tragedy still poisons relations between the two countries. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
7. Progressive outreach, traditional doctrine? Where Pope Leo XIV stands on the key issues17:00[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | Pope Leo XIV has been described as a potential bridge-builder for a divided Catholic Church, likely to pursue parts of his predecessor’s progressive agenda while reaching out to disgruntled conservatives. From his stance on women’s roles in the Church to his criticism of the Trump administration’s anti-immigrant policies, his past statements offer clues as to which way his papacy might lean. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
8. Why do women live longer than men?16:55[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | Why is there such a gender gap when it comes to which sex lives the longest? Globally, women tend to outlive men by at least five years. Yet why do doctors and researchers consistently fail to understand the inequality between the sexes when it comes to the ageing process? Annette Young talks to Dr Saher Mehdi, an Indian longevity scientist. Also, the focus may be on the new and first American pope of the Catholic Church but what about the women who make up half of the church? We report on how nuns are calling for greater inclusion as well as recognition of sexual abuse. Plus, with the Women’s Rugby World Cup around the corner, interest in the game is on the rise among young women in the UK and here in France. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
11. Ready-to-wear, fall-winter 2025: The art of always being right16:38[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | To create a fashion collection, you need three key elements: silhouette, colour, material – be it for clothes or accessories. Yet these ingredients are lifeless without the discourse and the incredible stories that transform them into objects of desire. Stories told with sincerity, from Marine Serre’s Lynchian ambitions to Lilia Litkovska’s resolve to work while the bombs are falling; Fashion Week’s top prize goes to Yohji Yamamoto for his flights of fancy. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
13. Russian journalist flees from Moscow to Paris amid crackdown on dissent16:08[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | In this episode of our weekly media show Scoop, we meet Russian journalist Ekaterina Barabash. She fled Moscow to Paris in a daring, dangerous escape spanning 2,800 kilometers. Reporters Without Borders (RSF) helped coordinate her exfiltration. We speak to Barabash and RSF's Louise Alluin Bichet about her ordeal and the Kremlin's crackdown on independent media. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
14. Putin uses Victory Day to legitimize the war in Ukraine15:34[-/+]Автор(?) | Around twenty heads of state, a massive parade on Red Square, and at the heart of the celebration, Vladimir Putin. The Russian president pulled out all the stops to mark the 80th anniversary of Europe’s victory over Nazi Germany, using the occasion to further legitimize the war his troops have been waging in Ukraine for over three years. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
16. Mixed reactions to election of Pope Leo XIV14:23[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | Reactions from across the world have been flooding in after Pope Leo XIV's election. While some have hailed the outcome of the conclave, others have taken a more critical stance. Charlotte Hughes takes a look at what the faithful, internet users and political leaders have been saying. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
17. US-Canada trade war: Windsor and Detroit's cross-border ties fray amid tariffs13:58[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | The twin cities of Windsor, Canada, and Detroit, United States, separated only by a river, have a long history as automotive manufacturing hubs. But since Donald Trump launched a bitter trade war by imposing sanctions on long-time ally Canada in early April, this once friendly relationship has been on shaky ground. Our colleagues from FRANCE 2 travelled to the region to hear from residents on both sides of the border. Медиа: image / png | ↑ |
18. Europe needs innovation like the air it breathes: EU Commission Executive VP Minzatu13:44[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | France and the EU Commission co-hosted a conference in Paris on May 5 entitled “Choose Europe for science”, with the stated goal of making the EU “a magnet for researchers”, according to Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The EU is hoping to capitalise on the pressure that the Trump administration is putting on universities and some research facilities, to perhaps attract US scientists to Europe. But is this a pipe dream? And are there not too many barriers inside the EU to make it a truly global hub for innovation? We put those questions to our guest, Roxana Minzatu. She is one of the executive vice-presidents of the European Commission, and her wide portfolio includes social rights, skills, quality jobs, and preparedness. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
21. Victory Day highlights the warming of relations between China and Russia13:00[-/+]Автор(?) | On May 9th, Russia’s Victory Day parade showcased not only the country’s military prowess but also the deepening ties between Russia and China. Chinese President Xi Jinping, who attended the celebrations in Moscow, has met Russian President Vladimir Putin over four dozen times, highlighting their strong partnership. FRANCE 24's Yena Lee has the analysis. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
23. World leaders congratulate Pope Leo XIV on his designation12:42[-/+]Автор(?) | World leaders have congratulated Pope Leo XIV on his designation, with Peru’s President Dina Boluarte and Donald Trump calling it a moment of hope. Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, and French President Emmanuel Macron highlighted the pope’s importance in these challenging times. Many African leaders also extended their congratulations. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
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