FTSE 100 Moderately Lower In Cautious Trade
Thursday, March 27,2025,12:15
The U.K. stock market is down in negative territory on Thursday, mirroring losses across the region, following U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of 25% tariffs on imported cars. .. read more..
CAC 40 Down More Than 0.5% As Tariff Worries Weigh
Thursday, March 27,2025,11:26
French stocks are down in negative territory on Thursday, in line with stocks from other major markets across Europe, as U.S. President Donald Trump announced a new 25% tariff on all auto imports. .. read more..
DAX Remains Weak Despite Coming Off Early Lows
Thursday, March 27,2025,10:59
Despite recovering from early lows, the German market continues to languish in negative territory around noon on Thursday with auto stocks reeling under pressure following U.S. President Donald Trump announcing 25% tariffs on all car and auto part imports effective next week. .. read more..
With his main rival in jail, Erdogan turns Turkey into an ‘assumed autocracy’
Thursday, March 27,2025,10:07
Faced with mass protests on a scale not seen in over a decade, the Turkish government has threatened more arrests and an extended ban on gatherings in Ankara. Turks have spilled on to the streets daily to denounce the imprisonment of Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, whose arrest signals the culmination of more than ten years of democratic regression in the country. .. read more..
'Trump saying Greenland must be ours: Reminiscent of what Saddam Hussein said...
Thursday, March 27,2025,08:57
Ahead of US Vice President JD Vance's unilateral visit to Greenland, Denmark's Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen warned that the Nordic country would not let the United States decide what the Danish realm, including Greenland, should look like in the future. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective on soaring tensions between the US and their once-closest allies, FRANCE 24's Oliver Farry welcomes Matt Qvortrup, Senior Research Fellow in the Centre for European Studies and a Visiting Professor of constitutional law in the ANU College of Law at Australian National University. .. read more..
European Shares Decline After Fresh Trump Tariffs
Thursday, March 27,2025,08:55
European stocks hit a two-week low on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump ratcheted up transatlantic trade tensions by announcing a new 25-percent tariff on all auto imports. .. read more..
Turkish court frees AFP journalist as police break up campus protest
Thursday, March 27,2025,07:40
A Turkish court on Thursday freed seven journalists detained for covering mass protests roiling the country including AFP photographer Yasin Akgul, his lawyer said. Meanwhile police broke up an anti-government protest at an Ankara protest early Thursday, potentially reigniting tensions after the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. .. read more..
Live: Macron to host European leaders in Paris for Ukraine security summit
Thursday, March 27,2025,06:11
French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday hosts European leaders including President Volodymyr Zelensky for a summit aimed at boosting Ukrainian security ahead of any potential ceasefire with Russia. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments. .. read more..
European Shares Likely To Open On Cautious Note Amid Tariff Worries
Thursday, March 27,2025,05:41
European stocks are seen opening lower on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump ratcheted up transatlantic trade tensions by announcing a new 25-percent tariff on all auto imports. .. read more..
France to commit $2 billion more in Ukraine aid, Macron says
Thursday, March 27,2025,01:13
French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday announced another €2 billion in aid commitments to Ukraine as European leaders were set to gather in Paris to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine under a potential ceasefire with Russia. Zelensky, who landed in Paris on Wednesday, said in an interview with French media that he hopes the US will back Ukrainian interests, but the 30 European nations set to attend the summit are looking to each other to outline a path to lasting peace in Ukraine. .. read more..
Replay: Zelensky, Macron hold joint press conference ahead of Ukraine summit
Thursday, March 27,2025,00:59
French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke to the press in Paris on Wednesday ahead of a security meeting on Ukraine in which 30 European leaders will seeking to create security guarantees under a potential US-brokered truce. Macron, who announced France would send €2 billion more in aid to Ukraine, warned of Russia's "desire for war", while Zelensky said he was expecting "strong decisions" from the Thursday meeting. "Now is definitely not the time to reduce pressure on Russia or weaken our unity for the sake of peace," Zelensky said. .. read more..
Russia targets Ukraine with mass drone attacks
Wednesday, March 26,2025,22:40
Russia launched fresh drone strikes against Kharkiv in Eastern Ukraine, just hours after a tentative agreement with Ukraine to pause attacks on energy sites and ensure safe shipping in the Black Sea. FRANCE 24's Catherine Norris-Trent reports from Kharkiv. .. read more..
Macron announces €2 billion in military aid to Kyiv ahead of Ukraine security...
Wednesday, March 26,2025,21:51
France will provide €2 billion of extra military aid to Ukraine, President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday ahead of a summit aimed at boosting Ukrainian security. Speaking alongside Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky in Paris, Macron said Russia must accept a 30-day ceasefire offered by Ukraine “without preconditions”, accusing Moscow of still showing a “desire for war”. .. read more..
Coalition of the willing must press Trump to avoid Russia's 'outrageous condi...
Wednesday, March 26,2025,21:13
French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday warned Russia was still showing a "desire for war" despite efforts to forge a ceasefire in Ukraine, ahead of a summit aimed at boosting Ukrainian security under a potential truce brokered by the United States. Orysia Lutsevych, the Deputy director of the Russia & Eurasia Programme Chatham House, says that the coalition of the willing must pressure US to avoid the 'outrageous conditions' that Putin is putting on the table. .. read more..
'Kids are isolated from each other but joined by screens that then connect th...
Wednesday, March 26,2025,19:00
The critically-acclaimed and wildly popular British Netflix drama "Adolescence" is offering a new generation of storytelling with very thought-provoking themes that force viewers to question many things about the world we live in and the values that we've been embracing without giving it a second thought. To offer in-depth perspective of the recurring theme of toxic masculinity, France 24's Delano D'Souza is pleased to welcome Jack Halberstam, celebrated author, Professor of Gender Studies and English and Director of the Institute for Research on Women, Gender and Sexuality; David Feinson Professor of Humanities. Halberstam asserts that teenage boys don't need to be managed. We need to be... .. read more..
Four US soldiers killed during training exercise in Lithuania, NATO leader says
Wednesday, March 26,2025,18:30
Four US soldiers died while on a training mission in Lithuania near the border with Belarus, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said on Wednesday. The soldiers were conducting scheduled tactical training at the time of their deaths according to a statement from the US Army in Wiesbaden, Germany. .. read more..
Swiss Market Ends Moderately Lower
Wednesday, March 26,2025,18:14
The Switzerland market closed moderately lower on Wednesday after languishing in negative territory right through the day's session, amid concerns about the impact of Trump's reciprocal tariffs. Data showing a drop in Swiss investors' sentiment weighed as well. .. read more..
European Stocks Close Broadly Lower
Wednesday, March 26,2025,18:00
European stocks settled broadly lower on Wednesday, although the U.K. market managed to closed marginally up thanks to data showing a slower than expected increase in inflation in the month of February. .. read more..
'Europe still hasn't gotten its act together when it comes to Ukraine'
Wednesday, March 26,2025,16:21
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has arrived in Paris ahead of a summit of Kyiv's backers and amid a flurry of diplomacy aimed at halting the Russian invasion. Meanwhile, a senior aide to President Volodymyr Zelensky asserted that Ukraine needs a "serious" contribution from Europe with troops that are ready to fight, and not peacekeepers, after any end of hostilities with Russia, For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective, FRANCE 24's Delano D'Souza welcomes Peter Zalmayev, Director of the Eurasian Democracy Initiative. .. read more..
French actor Fanny Ardant defends Depardieu at sexual assault trial
Wednesday, March 26,2025,14:33
French actor Fanny Ardant testified in favour of 76-year-old screen icon Gerard Depardieu at his trial on charges of sexual assault in Paris, saying she had never seen him behave in a "shocking" manner with women. The trial relates to charges of sexual assault during the filming in 2021 of "Les Volets Verts" ("The Green Shutters") by director Jean Becker. .. read more..
'Focus on perpetrators': Rape law based on consent 'would be a distraction, p...
Wednesday, March 26,2025,13:07
As the French Parliament debates adding the notion of consent to the penal code, Genie Godula welcomes Cécile SIMMONS, Researcher at the Institute for Strategic Dialogue. Her focus is on misogyny and gender-based violence. Ms. Simmons is Author of “Ctrl Hate Delete: The New Anti-Feminist Backlash and How We Fight It”. As it stands, the rate of prosecution stands at 5%, she explains, and "the victims will see the abusers walk free." Ms. Simmons warns that "by shifting to a consent-based definition, we will censor the victim and place the burden of proving violence on the victim." She sees it as a "distraction" and asserts that it will be much more effective to "focus on the perpetrators." .. read more..
FTSE 100 Up Marginally After Inflation Data
Wednesday, March 26,2025,12:14
U.K. stocks are up marginally a little past noon on Wednesday, outperforming other major European markets, thanks to data showing a smaller than expected increase in the nation's consumer prices in the month of February. .. read more..
A US boycott in France? Europe reacts to group chat leak
Wednesday, March 26,2025,10:56
PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, March 26: International papers react to the Black Sea security deal reached by Ukraine and Russia that was brokered by the US. Elsewhere, European papers react to the Signal group chat leak with outrage. Also, Palestinians participate in the largest anti-Hamas protest since October 2023. Finally, two otters are on the loose in Wisconsin after escaping the local zoo. .. read more..
CAC 40 Remains Weak Despite Coming Off Early Lows
Wednesday, March 26,2025,10:53
French stocks are down in negative territory on Wednesday as investors assess the impact of impending reciprocal tariffs from U.S. President Donald Trump that are set to take effect next week. .. read more..
DAX Moderately Lower In Cautious Trade
Wednesday, March 26,2025,10:34
German stocks are down firmly in negative territory in late morning trades on Wednesday as worries about the impact of impending U.S. tariffs weigh on sentiment. .. read more..
Wednesday, March 26,2025,09:07
The Grotte de Cussac in France’s southwestern Dordogne is home to ancient secrets, including prehistoric cave artworks depicting long-extinct animals and stylised human figures. .. read more..
European Shares Mostly Lower As US Tariff Deadline Looms
Wednesday, March 26,2025,09:04
European stocks were mostly lower on Wednesday ahead of a looming deadline for implementing additional U.S. tariffs. .. read more..
Ukrainian hopes ‘not very high’ as Zelensky heads for Paris summit
Wednesday, March 26,2025,08:33
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky heads to Paris to meet French President Emmanuel Macron ahead of Thursday’s summit with “coalition of the willing” countries. Reporting from Kharkiv, FRANCE 24’s Catherine Norris Trent says hopes are not very high in Ukraine’s second largest city over the outcome of the Paris summit. .. read more..
Live: Russia downs two Ukrainian drones over Black Sea, defence ministry says
Wednesday, March 26,2025,06:20
Russia's defence units destroyed nine Ukrainian drones overnight, including two over the waters of the Black Sea, the Russian defence ministry said on Wednesday. There were no details on whether the drones were aimed at Black Sea targets or just flying over the waters. It came a day after the US reached deals with Moscow and Kyiv to pause Black Sea attacks. Follow the latest developments on our liveblog. .. read more..
European Shares Seen Flat To Higher At Open
Wednesday, March 26,2025,05:34
European stocks may open flat to slightly higher on Wednesday as investors react to Black Sea maritime security deals struck by the U.S. in the war in Ukraine and await more clarity on U.S. President's Donald Trump's trade policy ahead of a new round of tariffs set to take effect next week. .. read more..
ChatGPT: When AI upends the real world, mixing 'real elements with crazy, dis...
Wednesday, March 26,2025,04:02
In the digital age, we are often reminded of the minefield that awaits us online—and the need to remain vigilant. As we whimsically share life's most cherished moments—at times simple, at times exceptional, we bask in the excitement without a care in the world. All the while, a darker underworld lurks beneath the surface. Artificial intelligence offers a whole new world of possibilities, albeit bipolar, as it unlocks a Pandora's box and unleashes "deep fakes", disinformation, fear, hatred, even violence. But what happens when an everyday private citizen falls prey to looming "virtual insanity"? A Norwegian family man, nestled in the heart of Scandinavia, "googles" himself on ChatGPT in a ... .. read more..
Russia, Ukraine agree to ensure safe navigation in Black Sea, US says
Wednesday, March 26,2025,02:28
The United States said on Tuesday it had secured separate agreements with Ukraine and Russia to ensure safe navigation in the Black Sea and to ban strikes against their respective energy facilities. Ukraine has called for more talks to settle the "details" and warned that the movement of Russian warships would violate the deal. .. read more..
Odesa residents voice doubt any ceasefire with Russia can hold
Tuesday, March 25,2025,23:06
The U.S. said it had reached separate agreements with Ukraine and Russia to ensure safe navigation in the Black Sea and to implement a ban on attacks by the two countries on each other's energy facilities. Speaking in Ukraine's Black Sea city, residents said they feared the agreement with Russia would be fragile. FRANCE 24's August Hakansson reports. .. read more..
Sidelining AfD in German parliament a sign of 'weakness' of traditional parti...
Tuesday, March 25,2025,21:59
The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), which almost doubled its number of MPs in elections a month ago, suffered its first setback on Tuesday when it failed to win any top positions in the new parliament. FRANCE 24's Alex Aucott speaks to Jacob Ross, Research Fellow at The German Council on Foreign Relations. He says that the by keeping AfD marginalized in top positions, Germany's traditional parties are showing weakness against the far-right. .. read more..
'Little Emile': Grandparents detained over 2023 disappearance of French toddler
Tuesday, March 25,2025,20:16
The mysterious case of a missing toddler from a rural village in the French Alps in July 2023 riveted France’s attention on Emile Soleil – or Little Emile, as he came to be known. The case took a surprising turn on Tuesday with his grandparents and two of their adult children detained by police. .. read more..
Istanbul court jails 7 journalists as protesters fill streets
Tuesday, March 25,2025,19:51
Thousands of students chanting angry slogans hit the streets of Istanbul on Tuesday as a court jailed an AFP journalist and six others for covering the biggest protests to hit Turkey in over a decade. The demonstrations erupted after the arrest of the mayor of Istanbul, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's main political rival, in a crackdown that has seen more than 1,400 people arrested, including 11 Turkish journalists. FRANCE 24's Jasper Mortimer reports from Ankara. .. read more..
'Putin is feeling very confident he can continue playing Donald Trump for a f...
Tuesday, March 25,2025,19:24
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday welcomed US-brokered agreements towards Ukraine and Russia halting strikes in the Black Sea and on energy infrastructure, but criticised Washington for agreeing to ease restrictions on Russian exports. FRANCE 24's Mark Owen speaks to Peter Zalmayev of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative. He says that following the deal, 'Putin is feeling very confident he can continue playing Donald Trump for a fool'. .. read more..
'Putin has no interest in an overall ceasefire, he wants to continue his war ...
Tuesday, March 25,2025,18:59
Russia has insisted that a US-brokered agreement to halt military activity in the Black Sea would only take effect once certain sanctions were lifted, including those targeting its state-owned agricultural lender. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective on the US push towards a ceasefire, FRANCE 24's Delano D'Souza welcomes John E. Herbst, Former United States Ambassador to Ukraine and Senior Director of the Atlantic Council's Eurasia Center. .. read more..
Swiss Market Ends Marginally Up
Tuesday, March 25,2025,18:24
The Switzerland market closed marginally up on Tuesday, paring a substantial portion of intraday gains due to some mild selling in the last couple of hours of the day's trading session. .. read more..
European Stocks Close Higher On Optimism About Tariff Exemptions
Tuesday, March 25,2025,17:36
European stocks closed higher on Tuesday amid optimism about some tariff exemptions by the Trump administration. The U.S. President said on Monday that not all proposed levies would be enforced by April 2, with some countries potentially receiving exemptions. .. read more..