Новости за 14.10.2022

An explosion inside a coal mine in northern Turkey on Friday left 14 people dead, at least 28 injured and nearly 50 trapped underground, Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu said.

Two brothers were on Friday jailed for 40 years each for the car bomb murder of Maltese journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia who uncovered corruption in high places and whose killing sparked an international furore and forced the resignation of the prime minister.

Opening a meeting at the State Department, Blinken praised the "remarkable displays of courage throughout Iran as women, young people and many others continue to stand up for the fundamental rights that continue to be denied them by the Iranian regime." Iran has seen its biggest wave of protests in years after the September 16 death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, who was arrested by the notorious morality police. "In the wake of Mahsa Amini's death and the spontaneous demonstration of outrage that this has produced... Читать дальше...

He became a fierce LGBTQ+ rights campaigner and on Thursday, was able to tie the knot with his long-time partner and fellow activist Lazaro Gonzalez -- among the first gay weddings celebrated in Cuba. Thanks in large part to the efforts of the pair and others like them, Cuba finally approved same-sex marriage on September 25 after a long battle against religious and cultural resistance in the socially-conservative country. The Cuban family code adopted last month allows not only legal unions but also adoption... Читать дальше...

The murder sparked mass protests in Malta and eventually led to the resignation of the prime minister, Joseph Muscat. The sentences handed down to George and Alfred Degiorgio came on the first day of their trial for the 2017 killing of journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia. The dramatic proceedings saw them plead not guilty before a judge in the morning, before changing their pleas hours later. "Their position has changed... they declare they are guilty," defence lawyer Simon Micallef Stafrace told the court, ahead of the sentencing. Читать дальше...

Environmental protesters threw tomato soup over one of Vincent van Gogh's "Sunflowers" paintings at London's National Gallery on Friday, in the latest "direct-action" stunt targeting works of art.

Scottish actor Robbie Coltrane, who played a crime-solving psychologist on TV series “Cracker” and the half-giant Hagrid in the “Harry Potter” movies, has died. He was 72.

More than two decades since exploration began, the struggling Palestinian economy could reap huge benefits from natural gas reserves, and a Palestinian official has said an agreement may be imminent. Banners reading: "Our gas is our right" in both Arabic and English have appeared in Gaza City's fishing port, calling on neighbouring Egypt and Israel to revive a plan to develop the Marine 1 and 2 fields in the Mediterranean. The Palestinian Authority (PA) had commissioned energy firm British Gas... Читать дальше...

Spurs are currently third in the Premier League, four points behind leaders Arsenal and three behind Manchester City ahead of Saturday's home match against Everton. Conte said it was not difficult to convey his message verbally but it was tougher to instill good habits in his men. "I think to transfer this message with the words is not difficult because I think everyone can speak about mentality, the winning mentality, everybody," he said at his pre-match press conference on Friday. "The difficulty... Читать дальше...

It took until the 34th and final shot of the evening for United to beat inspired Omonia Nicosia goalkeeper Francis Uzoho in the Europa League on Thursday as substitute Scott McTominay sealed a 1-0 stoppage-time victory. United's bluntness in front of goal was frustrating but they still won their third straight game in all competitions after their 6-3 mauling at the hands of Manchester City earlier this month. Erling Haaland, who scored a hat-trick in that match, now has 15 goals in just nine... Читать дальше...

Hasebe has been increasingly important for Frankfurt in recent weeks. Manager Oliver Glasner said his loss "would be a challenge". Glasner said Hasebe had "torn a ligament in his knee and will be out for several weeks." "It looks like he won't be playing too many more games in the autumn." At 38, Hasebe is the oldest player in the Bundesliga and had previously been periodically rested. Despite his age, Frankfurt offered him a new contract on Wednesday, saying it was up to the former Japanese... Читать дальше...

In hot and windy conditions at Saudi Arabia's Royal Greens course, the four-time major-winner shot eight-under-par 62 to lead South Africa's Charl Schwartzel by two after the first round. The Saudi-funded, 54-hole, no-cut invitational tour is making its debut on Saudi soil this week, ahead of the eighth and final event in Miami at the end of the month. "Best I've felt in three years. And the golf swing is starting to come around. I'm excited. Kind of sucks we only have this event and Miami left, and a bunch of time off," said Koepka. Читать дальше...

Former US president Donald Trump on Friday denounced the congressional investigation into the attack on the US Capitol by his supporters as a "show trial" and a "witch hunt." Trump, in a letter to Bennie Thompson, the chairman of the January 6 committee, did not address the subpoena for him to testify that was issued by the House panel on Thursday. FRANCE 24's Kethevane Gorjestani reports from Washington.

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) said 32-year-old Zaman is recovering from a knee injury. "Pakistan have made one change in their squad for the T20 World Cup Australia with Zaman included in the squad while Qadir will be in the travelling reserves," said a PCB statement. Zaman was initially picked as a reserve, while Qadir was in the 15-man squad. Qadir has yet to recover from a thumb injury picked up last month, and will not be available for selection before October 22, the PCB added. All 16... Читать дальше...

Dr Abdullah al-Ahmad "succumbed to a bullet wound that pierced his head, fired by the occupation (Israeli) soldiers", the ministry said in a statement. A ministry spokesman told AFP that another Palestinian, Mateen Debaya, was also killed in the raid on the city's refugee camp, with five others wounded. Militant group Hamas, which controls the Gaza Strip, named Debaya as a "fighter". The ministry said Ahmad was shot outside a government hospital, located on the edge of the camp. An AFP journalist... Читать дальше...

It might just end up helping open a fresh flow of aid to the world's most vulnerable countries. Danish Development Cooperation Minister Flemming Moller told the UN General Assembly last month the money was for "climate adaptation and concrete activities to avert, minimise and address climate-induced loss and damage". It would mainly help island states and countries in the Sahel region of North Africa, he added. Denmark's gesture, however modest, represents an important contribution to the debate... Читать дальше...

British Prime Minister Liz Truss fired her finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng on Friday, shortly before she is expected to scrap parts of their economic package in a bid to survive the market and political turmoil gripping the country.

"Lebanon today cannot risk a power vacuum," Catherine Colonna said at the end of a short visit to the Middle Eastern country, urging its leaders to live up to "their political and institutional responsibilities". Aoun was elected in 2016, after a more than two-year presidential vacancy. He was chosen after lawmakers tried 45 times to reach a consensus on a candidate. After a failed attempt to reach quorum on Thursday, parliament speaker Nabih Berri has called for another vote on the presidency on October 20... Читать дальше...

The gallery said the protesters caused "minor damage to the frame but the painting is unharmed". Just Stop Oil aims to end UK government involvement in oil and gas and has mounted a series of high-profile protests. London's Metropolitan Police said its officers arrested two protesters from the group for criminal damage and aggravated trespass after they "threw a substance over a painting" at the gallery on Trafalgar Square and glued themselves to a wall just after 11 am (1000 GMT). Police said... Читать дальше...

Bumrah was ruled out with a back injury earlier this month, a big blow to cricket powerhouse India's chances in the marquee tournament. Standby seamer Mohammed Shami has played only 17 international matches in the shortest format and was last month ruled out of the T20 series against Australia at home after coming down with Covid. "Shami has reached Australia and will link up with the squad in Brisbane ahead of the warm-up matches," the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) said. India... Читать дальше...

British Prime Minister Liz Truss on Friday dismissed her finance minister, forcing Kwasi Kwarteng to carry the can for turmoil sparked by her right-wing economic platform as restive Conservatives plotted her own demise. FRANCE 24's Bénédicte Paviot tells us more.

Three Swedish right-wing parties have agreed to form a government with the unprecedented support of the far-right Sweden Democrats, conservative leader Ulf Kristersson said Friday. "The Moderates, Christian Democrats and Liberals will build a government and cooperate with the Sweden Democrats in parliament", Kristersson, who is expected to become the next prime minister, said. FRANCE 24's Paul Rhys tells us more.

The Norway international has scored 20 times this season, including 15 Premier League goals, and will pose a huge threat at Anfield. City and Liverpool have been the dominant forces in the English top flight in recent seasons but Klopp's side have started the current campaign slowly, winning just two of their first eight league games. The Anfield side are languishing in 10th spot in the table, already 13 points behind second-placed City, who have smashed in 33 goals in just nine Premier League games. Читать дальше...

Despite online censorship, photos and videos shared online show a rare protest against the Chinese government in Beijing. The dramatic demonstration took place on a highway bridge on October 13, just days before the 20th Congress of the Chinese Communist Party convenes. The protest seems to have been initiated by just one person, who has been widely praised online.

Political parties, social and religious groups and representatives of the security forces launched talks on Friday to chart the next phase in Burkina Faso's future after the country's latest coup.