Politics

Putin attacks the massive tax increase he denied days before the elections

The Russian deficit exceeds all the expectations of the Russian Government. The broken promise of the Kremlin spokesman also makes his rejection of a mobilization doubt

Junts asks the Government to prohibit evictions and house purchases by vulture funds

The Independence Party ensures that the Executive sees its proposal "with good eyes" in full negotiation with Housing

How the tourist Santa Marta became the first fire test of De la Espriella's struggle against armed groups in Colombia

The death of alias "Cholo," one of the leaders of a Colombian paramilitary group, unleashed a wave of violence that led to the militarization of the city by order of the president.

Germany news: Parliament approves on fuel tax cut

German lawmakers hope to drive down fuel prices by cutting taxes on gas and diesel from October 1. Meanwhile, students in many cities are set to protest against military conscription. DW has the latest.

After Xi-Trump summit, US-China rivalry remains frozen. Is this to Beijing's advantage?

The US president showcased White House construction projects and hosted a lavish dinner with tech CEOs, but the summit made little progress on key issues such as trade tensions and AI regulation.

REPLAY - Address in French by Pope Leo XIV at the Elysée

After listening to Emmanuel Macron's speech at the Elysée, Pope Leo XIV took the floor behind the same desk on Friday 25 September, affirming that "just secularism does not consist in excluding religion from public space", and judging "urgent" dialogue between "people of different cultural and religious affiliations", seven months from the presidential election.

Election at the head of the Organisation de la francophonie: "I am serene", says Louise Mushikiwabo

In an interview with France 24, Louise Mushikiwabo, a candidate for her own succession as head of the Organisation internationale de la francophonie (OIF), called herself "sereine" before the very first vote for this position. The confrontation between Rwanda and the DR Congo "does not belong to the OIF," she says. The withdrawal in 2025 from Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger of the organization did not, she said, constitute a failure "of the secretary general".

Top European leagues demand FIFA reforms, piling pressure on Infantino

FIFA president Gianni Infantino came under increased pressure Friday as Europe's four main football leagues called for sweeping reforms of the world football governing body. The English Premier League, Spain's La Liga, Italy's Serie A and Germany's Bundesliga demanded that measures are adopted to ensure "disciplinary matters remain demonstrably insulated from political interference".

France: Pope Leo XIV begins Paris diplomacy at the Élysée

Pope Leo XIV has arrived in Paris, and was welcomed at the Élysée Palace by French president Emmanuel Macron. They are having closed-door talks on international geopolitics, artificial intelligence and peace. The pontiff is then set to deliver a speech at the Élysée Palace. FRANCE 24's Luke Shrago has more.

Trump made ‘final decision’ to allow Ukraine to produce Patriot missiles, Zelensky says

President Donald Trump told President Volodymyr Zelensky that he had made a "final decision" to grant Kyiv the licence to produce Patriot air defence missiles, the Ukrainian leader said Friday. The assurance came during the last meeting between the two leaders, Zelensky said, capping a period of uncertainty after a series of reversals on the issue.

What’s in Iran’s seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz?

Tehran’s offer comes as high fuel prices put pressure on Trump ahead of the US midterm elections.

Australia calls in the UN for "safeguards" for the IA after the 'hacking' of its health system

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese considers the incident "unacceptable," while his Government is preparing a law that will allow the social media algorithm to be disconnected.

Sumar opens up to give tax incentives to rental floor owners to take out the housing decree

Minister Ernest Urtasun says his part of the government is open to this request made by Junts

Pope Leo XIV begins four-day pilgrimage to France

The pope has landed in Paris, where he and President Macron will navigate the rules of religious state visits in secular France. Leo's trip will mix pilgrimage and politics on questions of morality and human existence.

Goncourt: The novel by Thélyson Orélien, tainted with scandals, deleted from the selection

Combating sexual violence in Mauritania: towards adoption of the Karama law

In Mauritania, as violence against women and girls escalates, civil society is putting pressure on the authorities. The adoption of the so-called Karama Act is intended to strengthen the protection of victims from sexual violence. The text, validated by the government, has remained blocked in Parliament for several years. In a memorandum presented on Thursday, 24 September, these organizations call for a clear timetable for its adoption.

The 14th Pope Leon reception ceremony at Orle airport near Paris

The 17th Pope Lyon arrived at Orleigh Airport near Paris, at the beginning of a four-day visit to France, including Paris, San Done, Lord and Metz, during which President Emmanuel McCron and officials, religious and religious personalities met.

Pope Leon's 14th parade is heading from Orleigh Airport to the palace of English in Paris.

Upon his arrival at Orle Airport near Paris, the 17th Pope Leon motorcade went to the first of his stations, at the beginning of a four-day visit to France, including Paris, San Donnie, Lord and Metz, during which President Emmanuel McCrone and officials and religious and religious figures met.

McRon will give the Pope to the Fourteenth Lyon presents at his first stop at the palace of the English.

The 17th Pope Leon arrived at the palace of the first of his stations, at the beginning of a four-day visit to France, including Paris, San Donnie, Lord and Metz, during which President Emmanuel McCron and officials and religious and religious personalities met.

The moment of Pope Leon's 14th arrival at the palace of English in Paris.

President Emmanuel McCron, at the palace of Elez Pope Leon, received his first stops, at the beginning of a four-day visit to France, including Paris, San Donnie, Lord and Metz, during which President Emmanuel McCron and officials, religious and religious figures meet.