The United States on Friday urged all parties in Romania to “engage in a peaceful democratic process,” after the country’s top court scrapped its presidential election following allegations of Russian interference. Details by Nicholas Rushworth. Source link
Notre Dame is reopening its doors for the first time since a fire in 2019 nearly destroyed Paris’ beloved 12th-century cathedral. The restoration, a spectacular achievement in just five years for a structure that took nearly two centuries to build, is seen as a triumph. Details with Clovis Casali, FRANCE 24 journalist in Paris. Source … Read more
Ghana held a presidential and parliamentary election on Saturday amid hopes for an economic revival after the worst financial crisis in a generation, which led to a major debt default in the West African nation. Details by FRANCE 24 correspond in Accra, Ghana, Justice Baidoo. Source link
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol escaped impeachment Saturday over his brief declaration of martial law, after legislators from his ruling party boycotted a vote despite huge protests outside parliament. Story by Emily Boyle. Source link
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