Новости за 20.01.2024

Demonstrators marched through the city's Habima Square, a frequent protest site, with some carrying signs calling Netanyahu "the face of evil" and demanding "elections now". Protesters demanding the return of hostages also gathered in Haifa and outside the premier's Jerusalem residence. Netanyahu is under intense pressure to secure the return of the hostages seized by Hamas on October 7, with the militant group on Monday announcing the deaths of two more of its captives. Avi Lulu Shamriz, the father of Alon Shamriz... Читать дальше...

Thousands of people demonstrated in central Tel Aviv on Saturday, calling for the return of hostages held in Gaza and early elections to oust Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. "This protest movement is growing", said FRANCE 24 Senior Correspondent Catherine Norris Trent, reporting from Tel Aviv. "Protests have been happening regularly every Sunday in Israel [. . .] since October 7."

Gelson Dala struck twice as Angola defeated Mauritania 3-2 in an entertaining Africa Cup of Nations clash on Saturday to close in on a spot in the last 16.

Los Che triumphed over their third-place visitors in an even battle, with Hugo Duro's header splitting the sides at their Mestalla stadium. Ernesto Valverde's Athletic were unbeaten in 14 matches across all competitions and had won their previous six. However they came up against another in-form side in Ruben Baraja's sturdy Valencia, who ground out their fourth consecutive La Liga victory to move seventh. "It's clear that we didn't create as many chances as in other games," said Athletic defender Inigo Lekue. Читать дальше...

Toney was suspended for 232 breaches of betting rules in May, but showed little sign of rust as he took just 19 minutes to make his mark with a clever free-kick and played the full game. However, it was Neal Maupay who scored the winner with a brilliant touch and volley 22 minutes from time that eased the Bees' fears of being dragged into the relegation battle. Victory lifts Brentford above Forest into 14th, six points clear of the drop zone. Defeat compounded a difficult week for Forest after... Читать дальше...

Fleetwood and Hatton both sit in the top 15 of the world rankings and helped Europe to Ryder Cup glory last year. Reigning Masters champion Jon Rahm joined LIV last month in a deal reportedly worth hundreds of millions of dollars in a huge coup for the upstart tour. The Spaniard's move has sparked a frenzy over which other star names could turn their backs on golf's traditional tours with LIV Golf chief executive Greg Norman promising "more apples falling from the tree." However, Fleetwood and Hatton... Читать дальше...

Dala gave Angola the lead on the half hour in Bouake when a loose ball fell his way at a corner and his scruffy acrobatic effort bounced over two defenders on the line. Sidi Bouna Amar hauled Mauritania level as he weaved through the Angola defence before producing an unerring low finish, but Dala responded with a goal of similar brilliance early in the second half. Mauritania then paid the price for failing to clear, with Gilberto winning the ball inside the area and watching his shot deflect in off centre-back Lamine Ba. Читать дальше...

Ben Yedder struck his first from the penalty spot and then netted twice more in the second half after Stone Mambo had equalised for Ligue 2 side Rodez. Malik Tchokounte's header earned second-division Laval a 1-0 win at Nantes, who won the competition in 2022 but were thrashed in the final by Toulouse last year. Nice held off Bordeaux to advance 3-2 with Morgan Sanson notching a brace for the team second in the top flight. Brest, flying high in third place in Ligue 1, avoided an upset away to fourth-tier Trelissac... Читать дальше...

Tens of thousands of people protested the far right in cities across Germany on Saturday, attending events with slogans such as “Never Again is Now,” “Against Hate” and “Defend Democracy.” The large crowds were the latest in a series of demonstrations that have been gaining momentum in recent days.

The Parisians moved above Ulster to fourth in Pool 2, after the Irish province were hammered 47-19 by Harlequins earlier in the day, claiming a spot in the next round to be held in April. Flanker Kolisi, 32, who joined Racing after lifting a second World Cup last October, crossed during the first-half on his eighth club appearance and was among seven try scorers for the French side, three-time Champions Cup runners-up. "We haven't had a good competition, we've lost some games we could have won... Читать дальше...

On Friday, his incredible dead-ball strike from 40 metres set the Atlantic Ocean island nation on the way to a 3-0 win over Mozambique in Abidjan, their second victory in as many games securing a place in the last 16 as Group B winners. For Bebe the goal did not simply come about by chance. Indeed he had hit the bar from a similar distance minutes earlier. "The truth is that the free-kicks I've been taking have been coming off well for me," he tells AFP just before training with his Cape Verde teammates on Saturday. Читать дальше...

The Parisians moved above Ulster to fourth in Pool 2, after the Irish province were hammered 47-19 by Harlequins earlier in the day, claiming a spot in the next round to be held in April. Flanker Kolisi, 32, who joined Racing after lifting a second World Cup last October, crossed during the first-half on his eighth club appearance and was among seven try scorers for the French side, three-time Champions Cup runners-up. A youthful Cardiff surprisingly led 7-3 after just 10 minutes as Wales prop... Читать дальше...

One day after Iraq beat tournament favourites Japan, the Koreans needed an injury-time own goal to salvage a point after Jordan had roared back from an early Son Heung-min penalty. In the later match in Qatar, Bahrain scored in the 95th minute to beat Malaysia 1-0. "We expected a difficult game and we got a difficult game," said South Korean coach Jurgen Klinsmann, whose side need a draw in their last group game on Thursday against bottom side Malaysia to guarantee they reach the last 16. "After... Читать дальше...

Alec Baldwin once again is staring down a felony involuntary manslaughter charge after a grand jury indicted the actor in connection with the fatal 2021 shooting of a cinematographer on the set of a Western movie in New Mexico.

Leverkusen came from behind twice in the match, which looked to be headed for a draw until Hincapie got a boot to an Alex Grimaldo corner for the winner. Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso jumped with joy, securing a valuable three points against a top-four rival, although second-placed Bayern Munich have played two games fewer. Alonso's unbeaten side have now won 24 and drawn three of 27 games this season. Leipzig sensation Xavi Simons gave the home side a stunning early lead after just seven minutes. Читать дальше...

US President Biden and Israel’s Binyamin Netanyahu held their first phone call in nearly a month on Friday following the Israeli PM's rejection of a Washington-backed call for Palestinian sovereignty, with Biden and Netanyahu appearing to be at odds on the issue of a two-state solution to follow the war in Gaza. FRANCE 24 spoke to David Khalfa, co-director of the North Africa and Middle East Observatory at the Jean Jaurès Foundation, to shed more light on the situation.

2024-01-20 15:31 'If food trucks arrive in Gaza, they are immediately set upon and pillaged'

Centre-back Gabriel did most of the damage before half-time as he headed in the opener then forced Palace goalkeeper Dean Henderson into an own goal. Leandro Trossard made it 3-0 on the hour mark before substitute Gabriel Martinelli struck twice in stoppage time. Victory moves Mikel Arteta's men level with Manchester City and Aston Villa, two points behind leaders Liverpool. Arsenal had won just once in seven games prior to a two-week winter break. However, a warm weather training camp in Dubai... Читать дальше...

The 21-year-old soldier became one of the first Israeli women to fight in a combat role in Gaza, where she recently spent two weeks. Israel's ground offensive in the Palestinian territory, which came in response to unprecedented attacks by Hamas militants on October 7 against southern Israel, has shifted military attitudes towards women. "In Gaza, it was the first time for all women," said Marom, who like other soldiers interviewed declined to give her second name, under military rules. "We can see the change... Читать дальше...

Democratic Republic of Congo President Felix Tshisekedi was sworn in for a second five-year term on Saturday after a landslide victory his opponents have refused to recognise due to widespread irregularities over the December general election.

One day after Iraq beat tournament favourites Japan, Jordan looked to be heading for a famous win in Doha after a Park Yong-woo own goal and a Yazan Al-Naimat strike in the first half cancelled out Son's ninth-minute penalty. But Yazan Al-Arab deflected the ball into his own net in the first minute of injury time at the end of the game to let Jurgen Klinsmann's Koreans escape with a point in Group E. A win for either team would have sent them through to the knockout rounds with a game to spare. Читать дальше...

Joseph Bahout, director of Issam Fares Institute for Public Policy and International Affairs at the American University of Beirut was on France 24 to talk about the Israeli strike on Damascus. "The strike that occured this morning is both a continuity that we have been witnessing for years now [. . .] but there are also some new elements." Israel has long been conducting strikes against Iranian targets, but "it's rare that they [Israel] target high-level figures", said Bahout.

The 19-year-old, who impressed in Boca's run to the Copa Libertadores final last year, joins on a four-and-a-half year contract for a reported fee of $10 million. "We have been aware of Valentin for a long time and have been impressed with the progress he has made at domestic and international level," said Brighton's technical director David Weir. "He is an exciting prospect, but it’s also important we give him the time as he needs to settle and adapt to new surroundings and the Premier League."... Читать дальше...

After rounds of 71 and 70 the Northern Irishman appeared to be out of the running, going into the weekend trailing overnight leader Cameron Young by 10 shots. McIlroy knew he needed to produce something special to defend his title and he did just that with his brilliant bogey-free nine-under par effort to leave him in a share of second. The world number two executed a grandstand finish, making an eagle putt from the fringe from nearly 45 feet. At almost the same time, Young made a double bogey... Читать дальше...

The 21-year-old continued his stunning Australian Open debut by upsetting 28th seed Tallon Griekspoor in straight sets to make the last 16, celebrating by high-fiving French fans on court. Cazaux beat eighth seed Holger Rune in the second round and will next play ninth seed Hubert Hurkacz. "I knew I could play this kind of level, but I had never proven it in a real match," said the Montpellier native. "Now I'm not feeling any pressure. I've worked very hard on my mentality and I'm ready to fight everyone... Читать дальше...