A bizarre Tank Accident in Switzerland injures three recruits. The military tank of the M113 type was involved in a military driving school in Uttigen, Switzerland, struck the road during a routine training exercise on Tuesday, injuring three recruits. The incident was confirmed by the Swiss army, which stated that an investigation by military justice is underway to determine the cause of the accident. M113 Tank Accident in Uttigen Injures Three Recruits Emergency services were…
Good Morning, Switzerland! Politics is leading the way on the global news coverage this morning, with Donald Trump considering a u-turn on suspending US military aid to Ukraine and EU leaders preparing for a special council on defence after French President Macron delivered a speech yesterday, saying Europe was at a turning point in history. Zurich: Driver Sentenced for Filming High-Speed Rides A 25-year-old man from Canton Schwytz has been sentenced to 36 months in…
Good Morning, France! A lot of the global news is dominated by Macron’s TV address last night, so grab a cup of coffee and let’s get into it.
Macron addresses concerns for France – and the world – last night, saying the rapprochement between the United States and Russia endangers European stability. French media looks closely at the latest from the Ukraine crisis, including reports that global oil prices are surging and the humanitarian situation is worsening.
Good Morning, France! I hope you have your coffee in hand. Wednesday’s global headlines continue its coverage of the latest from Donald Trump, who addressed the US Congress yesterday. Europe is making plans to support Ukraine after the US withdrew support, and global markets are sliding after Trump announced tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China. In France, there is ongoing coverage of the Eva Marty controversy as the political debate has heated up over the…
Good Morning! As the sun begins to rise in Geneva, let’s catch you up with today’s biggest news. Globally, the ongoing bust-up between the US and Europe continues to dominate as European leaders seek out alternatives to American leadership and support, and Donald Trump and JD Vance continue to throw insults across the pond (including about British and French soldiers). Trump’s tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China continue to have a global impact as stocks…
It’s a mostly bright and sunny start in Paris, and this morning’s local news is dominated by the trial of a former surgeon accused of sexual assauly of 299 people, mostly kids. He has admitted to some of the rapes of children, in a case that has shocked France. Elsewhere, much of the global news is dominated by news from the United States of America. Donald Trump has paused US military aid to Ukraine amid…
Good Morning! It’s a lovely and bright start to Tuesday for much of Switzerland as typical early spring conditions set in, with temperatures gradually rising across the regions. Much of the global news today is dominated by politics – mostly the ongoing bust-up between Donald Trump and Zelenskyy, with the latest developments seeing Trump pause US military aid to Kyiv. US stock markets have tanked following the start of US tariffs on Canada and Mexico.…
A new study warns that by 2050, nearly 60% of adults and one-third of children globally will be overweight or obese without governmental intervention. Published in the Lancet, the study analysed data from 204 countries, highlighting obesity as a major health challenge this century. Over half of worldwide adults to be overweight or obese by 2050, warns study
US Vice President JD Vance expressed confidence Monday that Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky would “eventually” agree to discuss peace with Russia, following his bitter Oval Office clash last week with Donald Trump. Live: US confident Ukraine’s Zelensky will ‘eventually’ engage in peace talks
The UN reported Tuesday that armed men in Sudan raped children as young as one, with UNICEF citing widespread child sexual abuse amid the conflict. Over 221 child rape cases have been recorded since early 2024, with two-thirds of the survivors being girls. Children as young as one raped during conflict in Sudan, says UN
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu on Sunday thanked President Trump for releasing previously withheld US munitions to assist Israel’s efforts against Iran’s influence, including its nuclear ambitions and proxy groups including the Palestinian militant group Hamas. The Israeli leader made similar remarks last month, at a news conference with visiting US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Netanyahu thanks Trump for weapon support to 'finish the job' against Iran axis
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Sunday that European leaders, showing strong support for Ukraine at a London summit, agreed to draft a peace plan for Ukraine to present to the US. The initiative aims to secure essential security guarantees from Washington to deter Russian aggression, following Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s disastrous Washington visit. Starmer says 'coalition of the willing' to present Ukraine peace plan to Trump
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday that he is still ready to sign a minerals deal with the United States. He made the comments to British media in London, explaining that he believed he could salvage his relationship with US President Donald Trump after their explosive meeting in the Oval Office. Ukraine is ready to sign a minerals deal with the United States, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told UK media on Sunday. Zelensky says Ukraine ready to sign minerals…
A day after Romania’s pro-European coalition government survived a no-confidence vote, anti-government protesters took to the streets of the capital Bucharest on Saturday. The demonstration by far-right groups was held to demand a second round of presidential elections after the first round, which was won by a far-right populist, was annulled due to Russian interference allegations. No-confidence vote on Friday A no-confidence vote on Friday, which was backed by AUR and two other far-right opposition…
One person was killed and nine others wounded in clashes near Damascus between forces affiliated to Syria’s new rulers and gunmen from the minority Druze community on Saturday, according to a Syrian human rights monitor. Clashes between Syrian forces and Druze gunmen turn deadly
French President Emmanuel Macron said he is ready to start discussions on a nuclear deterrence for Europe, in an interview published Saturday. It came as more than a dozen European leaders are set to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in London on Sunday following Zelensky’s extraordinary clash with US President Donald Trump in the White House. Macron reopens debate on European nuclear umbrella after Trump-Zelensky showdown
French former surgeon Joël Le Scouarnec on Friday admitted to sexually abusing the 12-year-old daughter of his eldest son in the latest shocking revelation to emerge from France’s biggest child abuse trial, which is currently under way in the western city of Vannes. Le Scouarnec is facing charges of allegedly raping or sexually abusing 299 children. Former surgeon admits to victimising granddaughter during France's biggest child abuse trial
An initially cordial meeting between US President Donald Trump, that started so well, compliments and pleasantries exchanged until Vice President JD Vance erupted towards Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the Oval Office. Pent up and angry the VP could not hold back his antipathy for Zelensky and suddenly the meeting descended into a shouting match as Trump and Vance accused Zelensky of being “disrespectful” and ungrateful for US aid. World leaders react to Trump-Zelensky clash…
In tonight’s edition, South Sudan’s leaders are fueling violence and instability in the young nation, a United Nations report said. Also, After recent promises of job opportunities in Spain, thousands of Gambians rushed to apply for a job in the European country. And King Mohammed VI urges Moroccans not to perform the Muslim rite of slaughtering sheep during Eid al-Adha this year. UN says South Sudan leaders fuelling violence and instability
Residents of the Indian Ocean islands Mauritius and La Reunion rushed to stockpile essential items on Thursday, as Cyclone Garance approached the two territories. The storm, which is expected to pass 50 kilometers from La Reunion’s shores, prompted authorities to impose a “red alert”, closing airports and schools, and urging all inhabitants to stay inside, except law enforcement and emergency services. At least two people were killed as Cyclone Garance slammed the Indian Ocean island…
Nuclear-armed North Korea said on Friday it had tested strategic cruise missiles to warn its enemies of its “counterattack” capabilities and readiness of its nuclear might, as neighboring South Korea prepares for its “Freedom Shield” military exercises with the US next month. N. Korea showcases 'counterattack' abilities with new missile tests
Mexico sought to avoid US President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs by agreeing to a “series of coordinated actions” on Thursday centering fentanyl smuggling. Mexico agreed to a “historic” handover to the US of 29 alleged traffickers, a group which reportedly includes Caro Quintero, who is accused of murdering a US agent. Mexico extradites 29 drug suspects to avoid sweeping Trump tariffs
Elon Musk appeared at the first cabinet meeting of US President Donald Trump’s second term on Wednesday to address the drastic efforts his Department of Government Efficiency have made to cut government spending. The world’s richest man insisted his efforts are to keep the US from going “bankrupt”, while Trump said to “throw out” anyone who was unhappy with Musk’s actions.
US President Donald Trump and his threats to slap punishing tariffs on Canada dominated a televised leadership debate Monday as part of the race to become the country’s next prime minister. FRANCE 24’s Sharon Gaffney speaks to Guillaume Lavoie, Associate Member, Raoul-Dandurand Chair in Strategic and Diplomatic Studies, at the University of Quebec in Montreal. He says that the standoff with Donald Trump has given Canadian Liberals a second life. Trump-standoff-has-given-canadian-liberals-a-second-life-analyst-says”>Trump standoff has given Canadian…
President Donald Trump says Ukraine “could forget about” joining the NATO military alliance as he prepares to host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House on Friday. FRANCE 24’s Fraser Jackson reports from Washington. Trump says Ukraine can ‘forget about’ joining NATO
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