Live: Follow Pope Francis' funeral at St. Peter’s Square in Rome
Friday, April 25,2025,22:01
Some 50 heads of state and 10 reigning monarchs gather in Rome on Saturday for the funeral of Pope Francis, who died on Monday at 88 years old. Follow FRANCE 24's special edition for full coverage of the funeral Mass in St. Peter's Square and the procession to the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, where the late pontiff will be laid to rest. .. read more..
Pope Francis: A life & legacy, “Vladimir, STOP!”, Risk of war between India &...
Friday, April 25,2025,18:30
The world said goodbye to Pope Francis this week. Tens of thousands of mourners queued to pay their respects as he lay in state in St Peter’s Basilica over three days of mourning. We discussed his life and legacy, the geopolitics of his papal funeral, and look towards the conclave that will follow. .. read more..
Russian satellite linked to space weapon programme appears to malfunction in ...
Friday, April 25,2025,18:17
A mysterious Russian satellite, believed by US officials to support a nuclear anti-satellite weapon programme, is showing signs of erratic spinning in orbit – a potential setback for Moscow's military space ambitions. Known as Cosmos 2553, the satellite’s unusual behaviour, tracked by commercial space-monitoring firms, adds a new layer of intrigue to the growing tensions over weaponisation in space. .. read more..
Swiss Market Ends Modestly Higher
Friday, April 25,2025,17:14
The Swiss market closed modestly higher on Friday after moving in a tight bandwith investors digesting earnings updates and continuing to track the developments on the tariff front. .. read more..
European Stocks Close Higher
Friday, April 25,2025,16:56
Despite lingering uncertainty about U.S. government's trade policy, European stocks closed higher on Friday, with German and French markets gaining for a fourth straight session, and the U.K. moving up for the tenth consecutive session, as investors focused on earnings. .. read more..
Trade tariffs can't become the 'new normal': French minister-delegate Haddad
Friday, April 25,2025,16:32
We sit down with France's minister-delegate for Europe, Benjamin Haddad, to take stock of diplomacy around Ukraine and the US-EU standoff over trade tariffs. Haddad lived in the US and worked for top think tanks there, including the Atlantic Council and the Hudson Institute. He wrote a book entitled "Paradise Lost: Trump’s America and the end of European illusions" during the first Trump presidency. With that theme in mind, we also touch on European competitiveness, research and innovation. .. read more..
Last day of Pope Francis lying in state, 150,000 people have already paid the...
Friday, April 25,2025,16:23
Tens of thousands of mourners filed into St. Peter's Basilica on Friday on the last day to pay final respects to Pope Francis ahead of his funeral. The Vatican on Friday said 150,000 people have already paid their respects to Pope Francis. Detials by FRANCE 24 Reporter in Rome, Clovis Casali, and analysis by Massimo Faggioli, theology professor at Villanova University in Philadelphia. .. read more..
Russia blames Ukraine for car bombing that killed top general near Moscow
Friday, April 25,2025,16:22
A senior Russian general was killed in a car bombing near Moscow on Friday, in what local authorities say is the latest targeted assassination linked to the war in Ukraine. Russia accused Ukraine of orchestrating the attack, which came as US envoy Steve Witkoff arrived in the Russian capital for talks with President Vladimir Putin. .. read more..
EU eyes high-stakes presidential election in Romania: Democracy tested by dis...
Friday, April 25,2025,15:15
Romania is about to re-run a high-stakes presidential election, fuelled by a political crisis that has engulfed the country for the last five months. At the end of November, the ultranationalist Calin Georgescu sent shockwaves through the EU by winning the first round of the vote. But the Constitutional Court annulled the result in December, because of allegations of electoral violations and manipulation through social media. Indeed, the role played by TikTok has come under intense scrutiny, with the European Commission now saying that it has grounds to suspect that the platform was in breach of its obligations under the EU's Digital Services Act. .. read more..
Car bomb kills senior Russian military officer near Moscow
Friday, April 25,2025,14:21
A car bomb killed a senior Russian military officer in the town of Balashikha just east of Moscow on Friday in an attack that Russian war bloggers blamed on Ukraine. The killing happened on the same day as U.S. President Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff met President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. Analysis by Douglas Herbert, France 24 international affairs commentator. .. read more..
Russia says ready to reach peace deal, as Donald Trump urges Moscow to stop a...
Friday, April 25,2025,12:42
President Donald Trump said that “Crimea will stay with Russia," the latest example of the U.S. leader pressuring Ukraine to make concessions to end the war while it remains under siege. Story by Nicholas Rushworth. .. read more..
From the pews to the news: Reporting on Pope Francis
Friday, April 25,2025,12:37
This edition of Scoop looks at the relationship between the late Pope Francis and the press, as well as the challenges of covering the Vatican. Francis revamped communications at the Holy See, embraced social media and provided access to writers. His death comes at a time when Vatican journalism is struggling; many major outlets have closed their Rome bureaus and some see this as a parallel for Italy's decline as an international power. Our guest is Camillo Barone of the National Catholic Reporter. .. read more..
Huge crowds continue to pack Vatican on last day to pay respects to Pope Francis
Friday, April 25,2025,12:28
Tens of thousands of people flocked to the Vatican Friday for a last glimpse of Pope Francis's open coffin, as world leaders and other guests began arriving for his funeral. Details by FRANCE 24 correspondent in Rome, Clovis Casali. .. read more..
FTSE 100 Up Slightly In Cautious Trade
Friday, April 25,2025,11:44
U.K. stocks are turning in a mixed performance in cautious trade on Friday with investors digesting some earnings updates, and hoping for a de-escalation in U.S. - China trade spat. .. read more..
CAC Modestly Higher; Safran Rises Sharply On Strong Results
Friday, April 25,2025,10:51
French stocks are gaining some ground in positive territory on Friday amid optimism about a likely de-escalation in U.S.-China trade dispute, and on data showing an improvement in French manufacturing sentiment in the month of April. .. read more..
DAX Up Firmly In Positive Territory
Friday, April 25,2025,10:08
German stocks are up in positive territory on Friday, extending gains to a fourth straight session amid hopes the tensions between the U.S. and China may de-escalate with on reports China will likely remove its 125% tariff on some U.S. imports. .. read more..
‘Presto! No photos!’ Mourners flock to St. Peter’s for final homage to Pope F...
Friday, April 25,2025,09:39
The last of the huge crowds of mourners shuffled through St. Peter’s Basilica on Friday to pay their final respects to Pope Francis, some queuing for hours to catch a last glimpse of the late pontiff ahead of his funeral on Saturday. The Vatican said almost 130,000 people have already bid farewell to the first Latin American pope. .. read more..
European Shares Inch Higher As Trade Tensions Ease
Friday, April 25,2025,09:00
European shares eked out modest gains on Friday, with signs of easing Sino-U.S. trade tensions and some upbeat corporate earnings helping underpin investor sentiment. .. read more..
Ukraine may have to 'temporarily' surrender land to Russia 'for peace', says ...
Friday, April 25,2025,08:41
Vitali Klitschko, the Mayor of Kyiv, told the BBC on Friday that Ukraine may need to temporarily "give up territory" as part of a peace deal with Russia. "Maybe it can be a (temporary) solution," he said in an interview. But he ruled out Russian occupation, saying it was something people in Ukraine "would never accept". .. read more..
Uptick in souvenirs sales following Pope Francis' death
Friday, April 25,2025,08:30
The death of Pope Francis has brought an uptick in sales of souvenirs and other merchandise both in Rome and online. Certain objects are fetching high prices - including nightly stays in hotels near the Vatican. Story by Luke Shrago and Jean Barrère. .. read more..
Over 128k visitors pay their respect to Pope Francis as the Vatican prepares ...
Friday, April 25,2025,08:21
The Vatican is making final preparations for Pope Francis's funeral as the last of the huge crowds of mourners filed through St Peter's Basilica to view his open coffin. Details by France 24 correspondent in Rome, Italy, Seema Gupta. .. read more..
European Shares Seen Opening Up As Trade Deal Hopes Prevail
Friday, April 25,2025,05:39
European stocks may open on a positive note Friday as U.S.-China trade deal hopes prevail. .. read more..
'We'll make it home together': A friendship between two deported women in Rav...
Friday, April 25,2025,05:32
During World War II, approximately 8,000 women were deported from France to Ravensbrück, Germany, the largest women's concentration camp under the Third Reich. FRANCE 24 tells the tragic story of a friendship forged between Suzanne Bouvard and Simone Séailles that defied deportation and incarceration in a new long-format documentary, "We'll make it home together". .. read more..
Russia 'ready to reach a deal' on Ukraine, says Russian foreign minister
Friday, April 25,2025,04:29
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Russia is "ready to reach a deal" on Ukraine, pointing to US President Donald Trump as the "only leader" capable of understanding Russia's demands, amid Trump's increasing frustration towards both sides. .. read more..
Rescue operations underway in Kyiv after devastating Russian strikes
Friday, April 25,2025,00:04
FRANCE 24 correspondent Gulliver Cragg reports from Kyiv, where rescuers and volunteers searched the rubble for survivors of the Russian strikes on Kyiv that killed at least 12 people and injured 90 more early on Thursday. Russia's attack also targeted nine other locations across Ukraine, an operation that exposed the dwindling capabilities of Ukraine's air defense systems. .. read more..
'Vladimir, STOP!': Trump changes his tone towards Russia
Thursday, April 24,2025,23:48
During a meeting with Norwegian officials on Thursday, US President Donald Trump said he wanted to end the war in Ukraine "very quickly", and that the upcoming week is vital, with "important" meetings scheduled. Trump earlier posted on his Truth social media platform that he was "very unhappy" following one of Russia's deadliest attacks on Kyiv since the start of the war, adding "Vladimir, STOP!". .. read more..
No, the British prime minister was not caught on camera kissing a Labour Part...
Thursday, April 24,2025,20:46
In this edition of Truth or Fake, we debunk the viral video purportedly showing British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer in a passionate embrace with Lord Waheed Alli. The two men were at the centre of a "freebies" row in the UK last autumn, after Lord Alli donated hundreds of thousands of pounds in gifts to Starmer and his Labour Party. FRANCE 24's Emerald Maxwell tells us more. .. read more..
An offer Ukraine can't refuse? As US pressures Zelensky to give up land, Puti...
Thursday, April 24,2025,18:20
A sleepless night in Kyiv, after what sounds a lot like a threat. .. read more..
Swiss Market Ends On Firm Note
Thursday, April 24,2025,17:32
After a flat start and a subsequent drop, Swiss stocks recovered and kept moving higher on Thursday to eventually end the day's session on a firm note. Concerns about U.S. government's trade policy and the likely impact of trade war on global economic growth weighed on sentiment early on in the session. .. read more..
European Stocks Recover From Early Weakness, Close Broadly Higher
Thursday, April 24,2025,17:10
Despite some early losses amid uncertainty about U.S. tariffs, European stocks staged a recovery and ended modestly higher on Thursday as investors focused on quarterly earnings and indulged in selective buying. .. read more..
Fighter jets, sniper units part of huge security operation in place for Pope ...
Thursday, April 24,2025,15:48
Ahead of Pope Francis's funeral Saturday, Italy and the Vatican are implementing a massive security plan that includes fighter jets, sniper units, airport-style security checks and a large police presence to manage the arrival of world leaders and hundreds of thousands of expected mourners. A 24-hour no-fly zone over Rome is already in place. .. read more..
Live: Macron urges Putin to 'stop lying' about wanting peace in Ukraine
Thursday, April 24,2025,13:38
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday accused Russian President Vladimir Putin of lying about seeking peace in Ukraine while continuing attacks and urged him to agree to a ceasefire. Macron's comments came as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky cut short his trip to South Africa on Thursday after strikes on Kyiv killed at least nine people. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates .. read more..
FTSE Down Marginally In Cautious Trade
Thursday, April 24,2025,10:52
UK stocks are slightly weak on Thursday as renewed concerns about U.S. government's trade policy and uncertainty about U.S. tariffs on China weigh on sentiment. U.S. has signaled it willingness to reduce tariffs on China, but only through mutual agreement. China has denied any ongoing talks with Washington. .. read more..
Ukraine: Trump says he thinks he has a deal with Russia
Thursday, April 24,2025,10:22
US President Donald Trump said he believed he had reached an agreement with his Russian and Ukrainian counterparts to end the war in Ukraine. He shared that it had been more difficult than expected to work with Volodymyr Zelensky than with Vladimir Putin. Asked about the American proposal calling for recognition of Russia's annexation of the Crimean peninsula, Donald Trump sidestepped the question, saying he had “no favorites” and simply wanted the war to end. .. read more..
CAC 40 Modestly Lower; Renault Rallies On Positive Outlook
Thursday, April 24,2025,10:06
French stocks are exhibiting weakness on Thursday amid renewed concerns about U.S. tariffs on imports from China. Investors are also digesting a slew of earnings updates and French consumer sentiment data. .. read more..
DAX Recovers After 200 Points Fall; Adidas Rises On Strong Earnings
Thursday, April 24,2025,09:41
German stocks are down in negative territory on Thursday amid uncertainty about U.S. tariffs on China and other countries, and on a mixed batch of earnings updates from European companies. Also, investors are looking to take some profits after previous session's sharp upmove. .. read more..
European Shares Drift Lower As Investors Assess Earnings
Thursday, April 24,2025,09:07
European stocks traded lower on Thursday as the situation on U.S. tariffs on China remained unclear and earnings proved to be a mixed bag. .. read more..
Trump slams Zelensky for refusing to recognise Russian control of Crimea
Thursday, April 24,2025,06:21
US President Donald Trump on Wednesday lashed out at Ukraine's president, saying Volodymyr Zelensky is prolonging the “killing field” after refusing to recognise Crimea as part of Russia. The proposal was part of a peace plan by the US, but Zelensky has repeatedly ruled out ceding territory to Russia in any deal. .. read more..
Rescue operations underway after deadly Russian strike on Kyiv
Thursday, April 24,2025,05:57
An overnight Russian combined missile and drone attack triggered fires, smashed buildings and buried residents under rubble in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv, killing nine people and injuring more than 70, the State Emergency Service said on Thursday. "It is certainly the biggest attack on Kyiv since July," FRANCE 24 correspondent Gulliver Cragg said, live from the site of the attack in Kyiv. .. read more..
European Shares Poised For Lower Open Amid Tariff Uncertainty
Thursday, April 24,2025,05:38
European stocks may open on a sluggish note Thursday as investors grapple with U.S. President Donald Trump's inconsistent stances on tariffs. .. read more..