Eye on Africa - Antimicrobial resistance threatens the lives of millions on the African continent
In tonight's edition: As leaders gather for the “One Health” summit in France, antimicrobial resistance has emerged as a bigger killer in Africa than malaria, HIV or TB. Also, in Kinshasa, a woman seeking care was beaten by her doctor. The video has gone viral, sparking outrage in the DRC»»»
Arctic Metagaz: Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tanker adrift in the Mediterranean faces uncertain fate
More than a month after being hit by an explosion, the Arctic Metagaz, a liquid natural gas (LNG) carrier belonging to Russia’s "shadow fleet", is adrift in the Mediterranean following a failed Libyan towing operation. The incident underscores the risks and crisis management challenges posed by the»»»
Fuel supply shortages hit one in five petrol stations in France
Fuel shortages are affecting nearly one in five petrol stations across France as surging global oil prices stoke pressure at the pump. The government blames logistical strains and heavy demand at discounted outlets but frustration is mounting, with road blockades hinting at wider unease while house»»»
Cybercrime prevention measures discussed in Chui Regional Police Department - | 24.KG
Measures to combat cybercrime were discussed at the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Chui region, the department’s press service reported. According to the statement, leadership of the Main Department of Internal Affairs, prosecutor’s office and court of the region held a roundtable on preven»»»
Research Science Investment unveils ‘Cultured Teacher’ Award across the Arab world
Najla Saif Al Shamsi, Chair of the Board of Directors of Research Science Investment, announced the upcoming launch of the “Cultured Teacher” Award across the Arab world at the “Teachers’ National Forum” ceremony. The award aims to recognise the role of teachers in fostering reading, developing awa»»»
Islamabad declares two-day holiday ahead of US-Iran peace talks
Islamabad, Pakistan: Pakistan has declared two days of local holidays in the capital at short notice from Thursday, authorities said, ahead of talks between the United States and Iran due to take place in Islamabad. No reason was given in the notification issued by the Islamabad district administra»»»
Urmatbek Borzhiev appointed Director of National Phthisiology Center - | 24.KG
Urmatbek Borzhiev has been appointed Director of the National Phthisiology Center. He replaces Abdullaat Kadyrov, the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan reported. According to the ministry, Minister Damir Osmonov introduced the new director to the center’s staff. Urmatbek Borzhiev holds a Candidate o»»»
Kyrgyz Greco-Roman wrestling team takes 2nd place at Asian Championships - | 24.KG
The Asian Greco-Roman Wrestling Championships concluded in Bishkek. The United World Wrestling website says. The Kyrgyz team took second place overall, behind the Iranian team. Athletes from Uzbekistan placed third. Kyrgyz wrestlers won four gold medals. Razzak Beishekeev, Asan Zhanyshov, Akzhol Ma»»»
A propos - EU farm fraud scandal rocks Greek government, PM urges swift action
Greece’s Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has urged EU prosecutors to swiftly decide whether to indict lawmakers from his centre-right New Democracy party over a farm fraud probe. European prosecutors have already charged dozens of Greek stockbreeders with faking ownership of pastureland to claim»»»
Focus - Employment fraud in France: The hefty price of undeclared labour
Today's Focus looks into fraud on social contributions in France. There are many ways to bypass the system, including undeclared work, or fake sick leave forms. Authorities are tracking down these abuses, which cost billions every year. This report specifically looks into undeclared work: employing»»»
French pair says not 'broken' after ordeal in Iranian prison
Two French nationals released after nearly four years in Iranian detention returned home on Wednesday, vowing to speak out about the “daily horror” of their imprisonment, as President Emmanuel Macron hailed the end of their ordeal. Two French nationals who returned home Wednesday after being held f»»»
From Evin Prison to a dash through wartime Iran: How French couple’s four-year ordeal ended
French nationals Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris returned home on Wednesday after more than three and a half years in Tehran's most notorious jail and a perilous journey through a country at war. Their release, which Iran views as a “prisoner swap”, comes as France has»»»
France to ramp up drone stocks by 400 percent to face Russia threat
France will sharply increase its stockpiles of explosive drones – by as much as 400 percent by 2030 – under sweeping new defence plans unveiled Wednesday. Paris is accelerating rearmament in response to what it sees as a growing threat from Russia. France is to ramp up explosive drone sto»»»
How Orban benefits from Hungary's tailor-made election system
Peter Magyar’s centre-right Tisza Party might be comfortably ahead in Hungary’s parliamentary election polls but he is far from guaranteed victory in Sunday’s vote. The country’s electoral system has been designed to support ruling Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s Fidesz party – and any institutions t»»»
France to target Russia's 'shadow fleet' with tougher penalties for ships sailing under false flag
France plans to double jail terms for owners and operators of ships that fail to fly the correct flag or refuse to comply with orders to stop, according to a draft update to the country's military planning law, in a move aimed at vessels suspected of transporting Russian oil in violation of Western»»»
France plans 36 billion euro boost to rearmament, nuclear deterrent expansion
France plans to add a further 36 billion euros to its defence spending between now and 2030 under an updated military planning law that expands its nuclear arsenal and boosts missile and drone stocks. The increase reflects mounting security pressures from wars in Ukraine and the Middle East and »»»
Inflation remains below 2 percent
Consumer prices were 1.8% higher on average in March 2026 than a year earlier. Over one month, consumer prices rose by 0.4% on average. In 12 months, compared to March 2025: Food prices stagnated (and decreased by 3.2% excluding food and beverage serving services), within which the price of other b»»»
Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan top ranking of affordable destinations for Russians - | 24.KG
Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan have topped the list of the most affordable destinations for Russians during the May holidays. Prime media outlet reported, citing a study by Yandex Travel service. The average cost of a hotel stay in Kazakhstan has decreased by 15 percent compared to 2025. In Kyrgyzstan, »»»
Edil Baisalov may be appointed Kyrgyzstan's Ambassador to USA - | 24.KG
Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Edil Baisalov received his agrément and may soon be appointed Ambassador to the United States. Sources in the Cabinet of Ministers informed 24.kg news agency. An insider claims that the decision to transfer Edil Baisalov to the diplomatic se»»»
National Investment Agency discusses car supplies with Chinese company - | 24.KG
Head of the National Investment Agency of Kyrgyzstan, Ravshanbek Sabirov, met with representatives of A-CAR (Chuan Yi LLC), the agency’s press service reported. According to the statement, the parties discussed prospects for investment cooperation in the automotive sector, including the supply and »»»
Orbán: No election is decided until the people decide it
In an interview with Ultrahang host Tamás Király, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said the upcoming election remains an open contest and argued that it is disrespectful to voters to speak as if the outcome were already settled. “To say that an election is already decided is an unforgivable disrespect t»»»
Retail sales up 3.8 percent
In February 2026, the volume of retail trade in both raw and calendar-adjusted data was 3.8% higher than in the same month of the previous year. Compared to the same period of the previous year, calendar-adjusted sale volumes expanded by 2.2% in specialized and non-specialized food shops, by 5.0% i»»»
Plane crash at Arizona airport kills two
ARIZONA: Two people were killed in a plane crash after an aircraft caught fire at a small airport in the US state of Arizona. John Post, Mayor of the town of Marana, said the aircraft veered off the runway before catching fire. Marana Police Department stated in a press release that the National Tr»»»
Bill Gates to testify before US Congress in Epstein probe – media
Bill Gates will testify before a US congressional committee about his interactions with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, according to media reports. The Microsoft co-founder is set to sit for a transcribed interview on June 10, multiple outlets said on Wednesday, citing anonymous so»»»
Kyrgyz-Tajik border demarcation work continues in Batken - | 24.KG
Fencing work on the border with Tajikistan continues in Batken region. The press service of the Presidential Envoy to the region reported. The length of installed fences has reached 44.58 kilometers since March 1. Since the beginning of the year, the length of fences in Leilek district has reached »»»
North Korea says its latest weapons tests included missiles with cluster-bomb warheads
SEOUL: North Korea on Thursday said its testing spree this week involved various new weapons systems, including ballistic missiles armed with cluster-bomb warheads, as it pushes to expand nuclear-capable forces aimed at rival South Korea. The report by North Korean state media came a day after Sout