April 15th, 2019: the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, a beacon of Gothic architecture, is hit by a devastating fire. Spectators in France and abroad watched aghast as the forest of oak beams and the iconic spire collapsed in what felt like an interminable blaze. Once the fire passed with the worst undoubtedly avoided, the focus … Read more
Israeli strikes on Gaza City and Rafah on Saturday killed at least 20 people, according to local officials, as Qatar’s prime minister said talks to secure a truce and a hostage deal had gained momentum. Source link
Thousands of Chadians took to the streets in N’Djamena, to protest against the French military presence in Chad. The government has already announced that it is ending the military agreement between Chad and France, although no official date was set for the French military to leave. Details by FRANCE 24 correspond to Harold Girard. Source … Read more
The Dakar Biennale of Contemporary African Arts is well underway. Originally launched in 1989, the festival is dedicated to showcasing the best of African continent’s art. This year marks the first time local artisans in Dakar have been invited to participate in the prestigious event. Five local craftsmen have come together for the joint exhibition … Read more
Nigeria’s Port Harcourt refinery has finally resumed its operations after being out of action for a few years, bringing hope for millions of small companies. After the end of fuel subsidies and several liberal reforms introduced by President Bola Tinubu’s administration, inflation has skyrocketed and millions of small and medium companies had to close their … Read more
With Donald Trump, Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky and dozens of other world leaders in town Saturday for the reopening of Notre Dame cathedral, Emmanuel Macron has succeeded in making Paris the capital of international diplomacy for the day. Analysis by FRANCE 24 International Affairs Editor Kethevane Gorjestani. Source link
New Delhi: What did the world’s famous billionaire Elon Musk not do for Donald Trump’s victory? Flow money like water. Campaigned the elections myself. And stood with Trump every step of the way. In the end, Elon Musk died after giving victory to Donald Trump. Now the question in everyone’s mind is that how much … Read more
The centuries-old Paris landmark Notre-Dame Cathedral reopens on Saturday, five-and-a-half years after a devastating fire destroyed its spire and roof and brought the entire Gothic masterpiece within minutes of collapsing. Report by Luke Shrago and Melina Huet. Source link
Paris’ Notre-Dame Cathedral is about to reopen, five years after a devastating fire. The 860-year-old medieval building has been meticulously restored, with a new spire and rib vaulting and its flying buttresses and carved stone gargoyles returned to their past glory. FRANCE 24’s William Hilderbrandt interviews Laura O’Brien, lecturer in modern European history at Northumbria … Read more
France’s iconic Notre Dame Cathedral is formally reopening its doors on Saturday for the first time since a devastating fire nearly destroyed the 861-year-old landmark in 2019. During the restoration process, a number of surprising discoveries were made. Report by Luke Shrago and Melina Huet. Source link