Canada said it will announce on August 25 its response to President Donald Trump's new tariffs, as neighbors that used to be close allies spiral into a trade war. This c»»»

A deadly gang attack on the village of Kenscoff in Haiti has left between 30 and 40 people dead. Located in the southeast of Port-au-Prince, the farming community that was targeted has a strategic position useful to armed gr»»»

As the US escalates its trade war with Canada, Ottawa is preparing to hit back. With new tariffs threatening its car industry, as well as a wave of other products, Canada has announced its finance, labor and industry will be announcing new countermeasure»»»

A day after Washington announced sweeping new sanctions on Iran and its trading partners, China's foreign ministry said Tuesday that China – which buys some 90 percent of Iranian oil exports – would “firmly safeguard” ‌its own interests. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.    »»»

Turkey has welcomed a US decision to remove Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism. The move rescinds a decades-old designation which came with severe economic consequences for Damascus. Corresponding s»»»

Iranian officials are maintaining their strong rhetoric against the US, after Washington announced a fresh raft of sanctions against Iran. Tehran has pledged to hit back with its own measures, while the country is »»»

The US has announced a new wave of sanctions on Iran and has promised to sanction any countries trading with it - including China. It also comes as the US deepens a trade war with its neighbour Canada. FRANCE 24's Kethevane Gorjestani tells us more.»»»

In eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda-backed M23 rebels are still in control of swathes of territory. After months of stalled peace talks, both sides have agreed to get the ball rolling again. FRANCE 24's Emmet Livingstone, in Kinshasa, has more.»»»

In tonight's programme: Human rights groups and the law association demand an explanation as Zambia completely shuts down its court system. Also, in Guinea, rescuers are still trying to unearth victims of a deadly landfill collapse. Finally, Nigeria wishes Ogogo on his way. The veteran star of the »»»

A tornado tore through the southwestern French village of Pomas on Monday, injuring 41 people and damaging about 300 homes, authorities said. The storm ripped roofs from buildings as severe weather battered the region, causing power outages, transport disruption and forcing officials to cancel a Vu»»»

The French government will press ahead with a ban on mobile phone use in high schools as classes reconvene in September. But opinion varies on the likelihood of its success, with some citing freedom of speech concerns and others around speed of implementation.  France's parliament approved leg»»»

A village in the south of France has been hit by a tornado causing significant damage in the village of Pomas. It injured 41 and affected about 300 homes. The »»»

On the heels of a visit from Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince to Paris, there’s a lot of talk about one of the investments his country is making here in France. It'»»»

A rare tornado swept through southern France's Aude department on Tuesday, devastating the tiny village of Pomas. The storm destroyed homes and other local buildings including the town hall and school. Bereft residents are left dealing with the aftermath, comparing it to living through 'a wartime s»»»

The Ultimate Trail of Mont Blanc is about to get underway, an annual 174km alpine running race that's world renowned. However, the event has come under increasing criticism from residents of Chamonix with a tense atmosphere leading up to this 23rd edition.»»»

Fresh from his first meeting as British prime minister with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky (L), Andy Burnham said Monday he would use an upcoming meeting of the United Nation's General Assembly to try to get other world leaders share more of their anti-ballistic missile interceptors with Uk»»»

A French government report on alleged Russian interference in elections is another “anti-Russian fabrication,” Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said. Her remarks followed a series of French official statements and media reports that linked several alleged disinformation campaign»»»

DAMASCUS: Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa hailed on Tuesday the United States’ removal of his country from the state sponsors of terror list, a major sanctions relief step for a country aiming to boost post-war reconstruction. “Today, Syria shakes off a dark stain and tears away a painful chapter »»»

RIYADH: More than 70 Umrah and travel entities, representing over 3 million pilgrims worldwide, toured Makkah to expand historical and cultural experiences in international Umrah packages. The Royal Commission for Makkah City and Holy Sites, in cooperation with the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, recen»»»

DHAKA: Nine years after hundreds of thousands of Rohingya were forced from their homes and across the border into Bangladesh, their return to Myanmar seems as distant as ever, but for many the hope of seeing their land again is what keeps them going. Mohammed Aansar was working as a high school tea»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE has welcomed a decision by the United States to remove Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism, stressing that the move is a positive step that supports the country’s stability and prosperity. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed appreciation for t»»»

Al Arish: The UAE Floating Hospital in the Egyptian city of Al Arish has successfully fitted prosthetic limbs for 64 Palestinian amputees since the launch of the ''Step of Hope'' programme, implemented as part of Operation Gallant Knight 3, marking a new achievement that reflects the UAE's continue»»»

It will remain very hot in most parts of the country today, but a band of rain moving in from the south-west will reach Hungary, bringing gale-force winds, showers, thunderstorms and, in places, hailstones of up to 2cm in diameter. Another change in the weather will follow. The darker, the drier. W»»»

Moscow: A US military transport aircraft made an unusual flight into Moscow on Tuesday, triggering speculation over its mission at a time when Washington-Moscow diplomacy over Ukraine has largely stalled. The US Air Force C-17 Globemaster III landed at Moscow’s Vnukovo airport after flying directly»»»

Iran has carried out what Bulgarian Defense Minister Dimitar Stoyanov described as a “very good hybrid operation,” which he said was unfortunately supported by Bulgarian politicians. Stoyanov warned that the operation would continue, but declined to provide details of the intelligence information b»»»

Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev said the government will propose constitutional amendments to restore the president's authority to freely choose a caretaker government. Radev said the current system has exposed serious weaknesses and could even lead to a deadlock in the process of appointing a»»»

The US Army has described Bulgaria's Novo Selo Training Area as an invaluable resource and one of NATO's most effective and operationally significant training platforms. In a publication on the US Army website, the facility is presented as a key element of the alliance's eastern flank, bringing tog»»»

The government of Prime Minister Rumen Radev is preparing a new procedure worth EUR 265 million for Sofia Municipality, while Deputy Prime Minister Atanas Pekanov denies that the money is being redirected from Northern Bulgaria. The funds are expected to be provided through an over-contracting mech»»»

Bulgaria supports the efforts of the “Coalition of the Willing” to assist Ukraine but does not intend to take part directly in any international force deployed to the country, according to comments by analysts discussing the latest developments surrounding the war and possible future security guara»»»

Bulgaria's parliamentary Defense Committee has approved decisions to increase the value of contracts for Stryker combat vehicles and to acquire seven Tripartite-class minesweepers, Defense Minister Dimitar Stoyanov said. He expressed hope that the National Assembly will approve the deals this week,»»»

Doha, Qatar: Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Dr Majed bin Mohammed Al-Ansari held a weekly media briefing on Tuesday, August 25, highlighting Qatar’s diplomatic efforts to promote a return to negotiations between the United States and Iran»»»

MAKKAH: Taif’s farms are becoming more than places of production, offering visitors a closer look at the orchards, harvests and agricultural traditions that have long defined the region. As summer arrives, Taif’s orchards bring seasonal color to its agricultural terraces, valleys and highlands, pro»»»

TAIF: The Saudi Camel Sports will organize the Taif Forum on Camels in Heritage and Media from Sept. 5 to 6 under the patronage of Taif Gov. Prince Fawaz bin Sultan. The forum is part of the events accompanying the eighth Crown Prince Camel Festival and aims to highlight the cultural heritage of ca»»»

The Central Election Commission (CEC) will meet with representatives of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Office for Democratic Institutions and Human Rights during their fact-finding mission to Bulgaria in September, the CEC reported during its sitting on Tuesday. The»»»

Neuhardenberg, Germany: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Tuesday sought to assuage critics who accuse his government of doing too little against climate change after a brutal summer of heatwaves and drought. "We have to further curb climate change and at the same time better adapt to the consequ»»»

RIYADH: Teams working on Saudi Arabia’s Masam project removed 1,836 explosive devices from various regions of Yemen last week. The devices included 1,792 unexploded ordnances, 25 anti-tank mines 13 anti-personnel mines, and six improvised explosive devices, according to a recent report. The explosi»»»

Israeli so-called National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir announced on Tuesday the start of operations to dismantle a vocational training center run by UNRWA, the UN agency for Palestinian refugees, in the East Al-Quds (Jerusalem) area of Kafr Aqab, near the Qalandiya refugee camp. “Large forces»»»

Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Vazrazhdane leader Kostadin Kostadinov said he would advise Defence Minister Dimitar Stoyanov to focus on his post's "primary function of developing policies that ensure national security." Earlier in the day, the Minister commented that Iran had carried out a very»»»

Riyadh: The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) welcomed the announcement by the United States ratifying the decision to rescind the designation of the Syria from the list of State Sponsors of Terrorism. In a statement, GCC Secretary General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi underscored that this step represents »»»

ALKHOBAR: For thousands of first-grade pupils across Saudi Arabia, the start of the academic year is heralded by a sensory overload: arches of vibrant balloons, wrapped gifts, music and decorated classrooms. But past the festivities, at the edge of the school gate, the reality of the transition oft»»»

ABU DHABI: The Department of Culture and Tourism — Abu Dhabi and Euroleague Basketball have announced the launch of the Euroleague Basketball SuperCup, a new competition that will officially open the European club basketball season. The first edition will take place at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, A»»»

RIYADH: A workshop on licensing mechanisms for falcon breeding centers in Saudi Arabia reviewed the steps for obtaining licenses and the basic requirements for establishing and operating breeding facilities. Organized by the National Center for Falcons as part of the International Falcon Breeders A»»»

RIYADH: Yemeni Prime Minister Dr. Shaya al-Zindani warned that his country would not remain an open arena for a cross-border project, stressing that the state would continue to build its capabilities to protect its people, institutions and interests, and that true peace cannot be a substitute for t»»»

Dubai: Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed traffic improvement works at six school-zone locations, benefiting more than 10 schools across the emirate. The projects, carried out during the summer break, included a new road, additional parking, upgraded access points and traffic»»»

The direct Sofia–Yerevan–Sofia air route will be restored from November 7, Bulgaria's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on its website on Monday, citing information from the Bulgarian Embassy in Armenia. The launch of the route is the result of efforts by Ambassador Nikola Nikolov and the assistance»»»

Oman’s Foreign Minister Badr Al-Busaidi met with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi on Tuesday at the Foreign Ministry building in Tehran, and held talks with him in the presence of an Omani delegation, according to Mehr News Agency. The Omani Foreign Minister arrived in Tehran at the head of a»»»

In the UAE, where a meal can move effortlessly from machboos to pasta to sushi, food has always been a conversation between cultures. For Saeed Algaz, founder and managing director of Murmur, that conversation became the foundation for an entirely new dining concept. Located in Aljada, Sharjah, Mur»»»

Dubai: The US-Iran war entered another tense phase on Tuesday, with Washington stepping up economic pressure on Tehran, fresh threats to shipping around the Strait of Hormuz and some UAE flights continuing to face cancellations and delays. For UAE residents, the immediate impact ranges from changin»»»

The company expects to record a 20% increase in turnover in 2026 compared with 2025, with the professional segment becoming an increasingly important contributor to its business. Growth is supported by new projects and long-term partnerships with some of the most active fitness operators in Romania»»»