One of the world’s largest arms fair is wrapping up in Paris. Earlier in June, stands were banned from showing or promoting offensive weapons. A dozen Israeli stands were closed down as a result of a failure to comply with this rule. FRANCE 24’s Shirli Sitbon tells us more. Source link
Nadia Massih is pleased to welcome Manuel Muñiz, Lawyer and Provost of IE University in Madrid and a Professor of Practice of International Relations. The real story of the summit, Muñiz argues, was transatlantic strain. With disagreements stretching from trade and climate to NATO, Ukraine and Russia, Muñiz suggests that simply keeping the alliance together … Read more
In this edition, we discover how some of Paris’s most famous landmarks are being transformed by technology, culture and contemporary art. We travel beneath the Eiffel Tower with a new virtual reality experience that brings the monument’s history to life, celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Quai Branly Museum and its extraordinary collection of art … Read more
With France’s Emmanuel Macron and India’s Narendra Modi championing the idea of tech sovereignty, French startup BeeAlp is trying to build a circular smartphone designed and manufactured in Europe. CEO Olivier Dufour joins FRANCE 24 to discuss the company’s subscription model, Europe’s industrial ambitions and the challenges of competing with global smartphone leaders. Source link
If the peace deal holds, the conflict between the US and Iran could end soon, but it could take months, if not years, for the global economy to return to its previous path. As the Iran war and the current energy crisis have again highlighted the global economy’s dependence on oil and gas, some economists … Read more
🔴 🇺🇦 🇷🇺 #Ukraine targeted #Moscow’s oil refinery in a wave of drone strikes early on Thursday, with the attack wounding at least 17 people. In a post on X, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Kyiv also struck targets in Russia’s Rostov region and in the occupied territories of Ukraine. Source link
Can quantum computing change the way we solve problems? The emerging technology can tackle situations that are out of reach for classical computers, in industries including healthcare and finance. At the 10th annual VivaTech festival, Kate Moody visits IBM’s Quantum System Two chandelier, and speaks to Jerry Chow, IBM’s Chief Technology Officer for Quantum-Centric Supercomputing, … Read more
French President Emmanuel Macron courted his US counterpart Donald Trump at the G7 on Wednesday by opening the gilded gates of Versailles, a move that underscored his trademark blend of symbolism and diplomacy. While allies hailed the summit’s success, analysts said Macron still faces the challenge of turning grand gestures into lasting influence. Source link
On Wednesday evening, the US and Iran signed the so-called “Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding”, extending the ceasefire and opening a 60-day phase of technical talks during which key points of contention are to be resolved. The signing was originally scheduled to take place in Switzerland on Friday, but pressure had increased after days of speculation … Read more
Since the signing of the peace deal between Iran and the US, fighting in Lebanon has dropped. But according to Lebanese media, Israeli strikes on south of the country did kill at least five people. Whether the deal will lead to peace in Lebanon remains unclear. Source link