French President Emmanuel Macron will deliver a national address on Thursday after Prime Minister Michel Barnier’s resignation was triggered by a historic no-confidence in parliament Wednesday. Macron is under pressure to swiftly name a new prime minister capable of navigating a fractured parliament and addressing mounting economic concerns. Source link
Moscow on Thursday announced the closure of Poland’s consulate in Saint Petersburg, citing Poland’s recent decision to shut down a Russian consulate in Poznan over accusations of sabotage. With tensions escalating since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Poland warned of further diplomatic closures if alleged espionage activities persist. Source link
French President Emmanuel Macron is seeking to swiftly appoint a new prime minister to replace Michel Barnier, the shortest-serving prime minister in modern French history. As the political turmoil in France further weakens a European Union already reeling from the implosion of Germany’s coalition government, FRANCE 24’s Stuart Norval welcomes Dr. Andrew Smith, Historian of … Read more
Anti-government protests triggered by accusations of a rigged election have gripped Georgia for days, with riot police using water cannon and tear gas to hold back demonstrators. Now, some protesters have begun using lasers – shined into the eyes of police or used to write messages – as well as fireworks, sometimes fired from home-made … Read more
The most famous French musical in the world is Les Miserables with at least a hundred and thirty million people having seen a singing Jean Valjean face off against Javert in some 22 languages. One of the longest-running musicals in the world, Les Mis has been showing nearly continuously in London’s West End for forty … Read more
The southern Libyan cities of Murzuq and Sebha have experienced more than a decade of instability. They have been the sites of several bouts of civil war and tribal conflicts since the 2011 uprising and NATO intervention. Today, a reconstruction fund led by Belgacem Haftar, the son of General Khalifa Hafter who rules over eastern … Read more
As the iconic cathedral rises from the ashes, we meet with the workers who formed a choir while working on the repairs and renovations. These artisans are now giving a special concert to mark the re-opening of Notre-Dame. And, masterpieces of the Spanish Baroque period have been brought together at the Petit Palais in Paris … Read more
South Korea’s president replaced his defense minister Thursday as opposition parties moved to impeach both men over the stunning-but-brief imposition of martial law that brought armed troops into Seoul streets. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective on Yoon’s shock bid to suspend civilian rule, reflecting a troubled history of South Korean presidents, FRANCE 24’s … Read more
Notre-Dame Cathedral is reopening to the public after a devastating fire nearly destroyed it in 2019. Much more than a place of worship or a popular tourist destination, Notre-Dame reflects the heart and soul of the capital and in many ways its history mirrors that of the capital. In this show, Florence Villeminot brings you … Read more
South Korean opposition lawmakers said on Thursday they would vote this weekend to impeach President Yoon Suk-yeol over a botched attempt to impose martial law, while the defense minister blamed for advising the move resigned. FRANCE 24’s Yena Lee brings us the latest from Seoul. Source link