Новости за 10.11.2023

"We keep saying that the situation is horrific and grim. But frankly, we are running out of words to describe the horror of what is happening in Sudan," said Clementine Nkweta-Salami, the UN humanitarian coordinator for Sudan. "We continue to receive unrelenting and appalling reports of sexual and gender-based violence, enforced disappearance, arbitrary detentions and grave violations of human and children's rights," she told reporters. "What is happening is verging on pure evil," she said, citing... Читать дальше...

"We need help from the international community, people are dying here due to lack of treatment," said Atef, who has taken refuge at Al-Shifa hospital in Gaza City, surrounded by patients on trolleys. The hospital was hit earlier on Friday by an Israeli strike, the facility's director and Gaza's Hamas government said, with the latter giving a death toll of 13. The Israeli military has denied bombing hospitals. Gaza resident Hanane, whose wounded daughter is being treated at Shifa, said that with each explosion his "daughter starts shaking". Читать дальше...

But excitement would soon give way to horror. The two-day festival in the fields around Kibbutz Reim, just beyond the Gaza border in southern Israel, drew more than 3,000 people on October 6 and 7. Nearly one in 10 people would never come back. Balas scrolled through his last photos from the party, showing his friends giving a thumbs up and the festival in full force. It was 6:00 am (0400 GMT) and the young Israeli and his friends were enveloped in the ecstatic fog of the party. "Sunrise is the moment everyone waits for. Читать дальше...

Mariam Abu Daqqa, 72, is a leading member of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) which is considered a "terrorist" organisation by the European Union. Abu Daqqa was detained by police on Wednesday night after the State Council, France's highest administrative court, overturned a lower court ruling that had suspended an interior ministry expulsion order. Abu Daqqa had a 50 day visa to visit France to take part in conferences on the Middle East conflict. The ministry said that... Читать дальше...

President Emmanuel Macron said Friday France will build an ice-capable vessel as part of a billion-euro plan to boost polar research.

Bavuma made 23 as his team completed their group campaign with a five-wicket win over Afghanistan in Ahmedabad. "My leg is sore. I don't know the extent of it yet but I'll have to be fine. I am stubborn, it will have to be fine," said the 33-year-old Bavuma. With a semi-final looming against five-time champions Australia next week Bavuma insists he needs to be at the heart of the action as South Africa stand just two wins away from a maiden World Cup triumph. "I could have not batted, but I want... Читать дальше...

Heavy gunfire, explosions and the buzz of Israeli military drones could be heard as night fell over Gaza City, where the only glow of light comes from Al-Shifa hospital, which is overwhelmed with casualties. "I wasn't optimistic that any of my children or I would come out unharmed, given the intensity of the bombing and gunfire," said resident Jawad Haruda. He described his journey fleeing the coastal Shati refugee camp as a "tragedy". The Israeli military said its troops have reached the heart of the city... Читать дальше...

Afghanistan's campaign finished in a five-wicket loss to South Africa which ended their slim hopes of making the semi-finals. Needing to win the game by a mammoth 438 runs to stay in contention, Afghanistan were 244 all out with Azmatullah Omarzai top scoring on 97 before the Proteas, already assured of a semi-final place, chased down the target with 15 balls to spare. But the team, led by Hashmatullah Shahidi, had definite highs in the tournament with two of their four wins coming against defending... Читать дальше...

In an interview with FRANCE 24, Israel's former prime minister Ehud Olmert (2006-2009) said he believes Israel will be able to eliminate Hamas's military capabilities, but he expressed regret at Palestinian civilian casualties from the Israeli offensive and stressed that time was "limited". Olmert said Israel should offer to "start negotiations" on a two-state solution with the Palestinian Authority immediately after conclusion of the war. He also claimed that no Arab country would agree to replace the Israeli army in Gaza after the war... Читать дальше...

The International Cricket Council (ICC) is looking into allegations raised by FRANCE 24 that France Cricket, the sport’s governing body in France, has overseen a system of fake matches in order to acquire funding.

A series of launches over most of the Arabian Peninsula targeting Israel from war-torn, impoverished Yemen have either been shot down by missile defences or fallen short. However, experts say the Huthis, who seized the capital Sanaa in 2014 and control much of country, have a different goal in mind: regional and domestic legitimacy. "The group seeks strategic objectives through their involvement in a regional conflict, including securing political influence in Yemen and the broader region," Mohammed Albasha... Читать дальше...

Such was the devastation caused by the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel, a team of archaeologists has been called in to help search for human remains that could help identify victims. They use techniques normally employed at ancient burial sites to scour the debris of ravaged kibbutzim.

In the city -- long-considered a hotbed of militancy -- 14 people were killed in the fighting on Thursday, according to the Palestinian health ministry. After a day of running battles between masked gunmen and Israeli forces in armoured personnel carriers, the streets were pockmarked with holes and strewn with bullet casings. From homes and hospital morgues, the bodies of 10 of the victims were carried on stretchers by dozens of masked militants firing guns in the air. "We don't live like the rest of the people," said Hayat Amorri... Читать дальше...

The British star won all three of his Grand Slam titles in his first two spells with Lendl and they reunited again in March last year. But although the Scot regained his place in the top 50 after years of battling to overcome hip problems, he has not achieved the results he wanted, particularly at the biggest tournaments. "Ivan has been by my side at the biggest moments in my career and I can't thank him enough for all that he's helped me achieve," said Murray, 36. "He's a unique character who... Читать дальше...

US warplanes conducted air strikes on a weapons storage facility in Syria used by Iran-backed militants on November 8 in retaliation for the growing number of attacks on US military interests in the region, the second such strikes in less than two weeks. The strikes illustrate the delicate balancing act of the US, which aims to protect its interests in the region without further aggravating the war between Israel and Hamas that risks escalating into a regional confrontation.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Friday that “far too many” Palestinians have died and suffered as Israel wages a relentless war against the militant Hamas group in the Gaza Strip. He urged Israel to minimize harm to civilians and maximize humanitarian assistance that reaches them. Speaking to reporters in New Delhi, Blinken said recent Israeli moves to improve dire conditions in Gaza as its military pushes deeper into the strip — including pauses in military operations to allow Palestinians... Читать дальше...

Ramsdale was this week called up England manager Gareth Southgate for the final two qualifiers against Malta and North Macedonia and will be aiming to add to his four senior caps. However, the 25-year-old has been ousted as Arsenal's first-choice goalkeeper since the arrival of David Raya from Brentford and has played just twice since the September international break. Speaking after naming his latest squad, Southgate said of Ramsdale's plight: "He's still battling to be the number one at Arsenal... Читать дальше...

Rashford's disputed red card in Copenhagen on Wednesday contributed to a dramatic United collapse as they blew a 2-0 lead and conceded two late goals to lose 4-3, dropping to the bottom of Group A in the Champions League with two games left. Gareth Southgate kept faith with the 26-year-old by naming him in his England squad on Thursday, but a player who scored 30 goals for United in all competitions last season has only one from 15 appearances for the club this term. "I think he's not happy, we... Читать дальше...

After a passage through the Channel Tunnel, a total of 1,000 torch bearers will carry not one but 12 flames - a reference to the 12 days of the Games - across France between August 25 and 28, the date of the opening ceremony at Place de la Concorde in Paris. Tony Estanguet, the head of the Paris 2024 organising committee, said the initiative was to ensure "maximum visibility" in four days compared to the Olympic torch relay which lasts 80. "Unlike the Olympic flame, we'll be able to see it in... Читать дальше...

Cristiano Ronaldo also features in the Portuguese side that booked their place at the championships when they beat Slovakia 3-2 in October. With coach Roberto Martinez now able to use the final two matches as preparation ahead of the tournament in Germany next summer, Pepe returns after a spell out with injury. "The objective for him and for us is to be fit for these matches," Martinez told a press conference. The 40-year-old, who made his international debut back in 2007, "is an exemplary professional" with "a great deal of experience"... Читать дальше...

The European Parliament and EU member states reached an agreement on Thursday on a key biodiversity bill aimed at rewilding EU land and water habitats. The law will force EU countries to put in place measures to restore at least 20 percent of the EU's land and 20 percent of the EU's seas by 2030, said a statement by the council, which represents the 27 member states.

Approximately 700 people were reportedly killed in West Darfur after clashes between the Sudanese army and paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in El Geneina on Nov. 4 and 5, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) said in a statement. One hundred were injured and 300 others are reported missing, IOM added on Thursday.

The agricultural community of Beeri, located less than five kilometres from the border with the Gaza Strip, was the site of one of the worst massacres ever committed on Israeli soil, with 85 residents killed and 30 more missing or presumed taken hostage by Hamas.

Brook's struggles have mirrored those of the reigning champions whose woeful title defence will officially end on Saturday when they face Pakistan at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Brook has made just one fifty at a tournament where England have lost six out of eight games, including a first defeat to Afghanistan. "I really feel for him. I feel like there's been so much pressure put on his shoulders, almost as if he was the saviour of English cricket," said Malan. "The poor kid is still learning... Читать дальше...

Thousands of Palestinians are fleeing the combat zone in the north after Israel announced a window for safe passage. Officials in the enclave said the Palestinian death toll has surpassed 11,000 people. The search for safety in Gaza is growing more desperate as combat intensifies. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Friday that “far too many” Palestinians have died and more needs to be done to save lives and get aid where it’s most needed. FRANCE 24's International Affairs Commentator Douglas Herbert tells us more.