Новости за 12.03.2024

Europe could suffer "catastrophic" consequences from climate change if it fails to take urgent and decisive action to adapt to risks, a new EU analysis warned Monday. Another report published Tuesday said similarly that France was currently not doing enough to adapt to the threat of climate change. France 24's Antonia Kerrigan takes a look.

Rifaat al-Assad, an uncle of the Syrian president, will stand trial in Switzerland for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity that decades ago earned him the nickname "The Butcher of Hama".

Eighteen climbers were killed last year, including at least five bodies unrecovered on the highest mountain in the world, where authorities are keen to improve safety as well as clean up a sacred peak where tonnes of trash have been dumped. GPS trackers are already used by many professional climbers, helping people monitor their progress on the peak, which is important for both security and the sponsors following the climb. For the spring climbing season, which begins this month and runs to May... Читать дальше...

As the muslim-majority country of Guinea heads into Ramadan, the issue of inflation is on the minds of many. On Sunday, in response to public pressure, local authorities set a price cap on certain goods, but many say they are still feeling the squeeze. Malick Diakité, Sarah Sakho and Sam Bradpiece report.

A top general from Sudan's army has ruled out a truce in the Islamic holy month of Ramadan unless the paramilitary group it is battling leaves civilian and public sites.

Chad's junta-appointed prime minister announced Sunday that he would contest presidential elections set for May 6, just days after incumbent General Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno announced his own candidacy.

The current tour has seen both teams needling each other over the first timed-out dismissal in the 146-year history of international cricket during their World Cup clash last year. Sri Lanka brought up the incident after clinching the tour's Twenty20 series on Saturday, prompting Bangladesh to accuse their opponents of failing to move on. "The rivalry is obviously great. I think we need good competition," Silverwood told reporters ahead of Wednesday's opener in Chittagong. "We're going to play some competitive cricket. Читать дальше...

Writing on X, formerly Twitter, Guirassy toasted the selection of Stuttgart teammates Deniz Undav, Maximilian Mittelstaedt, Chris Fuehrich and Waldemar Anton for Germany's friendlies against France and the Netherlands later this month. "Congrats to my boys Deniz, Maxi, Chris and Waldi for the national team. Well deserved," the 28-year-old forward wrote. Brighton loanee Undav, along with Mittelstaedt and Anton have not been selected for Germany before, while Fuehrich was called up by coach Julian... Читать дальше...

Rwanda's president has agreed to meet his Congolese counterpart to discuss security in the volatile east of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Angola's foreign minister said Monday.

Cyberattacks of "unprecedented intensity" have targeted several French government institutions just months before the Paris Olympics but have been contained, the prime minister's office said Monday.

Palmer is enjoying a breakthrough season after his surprise move from Manchester City on transfer deadline day last September. The 21-year-old's latest highlight came on Monday when he played the decisive role in Chelsea's much-needed 3-2 win against Newcastle at Stamford Bridge. Palmer teed up Nicolas Jackson for Chelsea's first half opener when his shot was flicked in by the Senegal striker. After Newcastle's Alexander Isak equalised, it was Palmer who stepped up to restore the lead with a superb... Читать дальше...

Speaking at a press conference in Cape Town, Erasmus said Kolisi's contract with French club Racing 92 did not prevent him from playing for his country and that he would be considered for selection but not necessarily as captain. "There are a lot of players who signed contracts with clauses that they will stop playing international rugby. Siya did not sign a clause like that so that tells you he wants to play for South Africa," said Erasmus. "He will be considered and I think he will play some Test matches." Kolisi... Читать дальше...

Turkey, Iran and Morocco are vying for a greater economic and military role in Africa's Sahel after former colonial ruler France's forced withdrawal from the volatile region.

Englishman Poulter, who once would have depended on being in the world's top 50 to get into majors, elite tournaments and Ryder Cup teams, told AFP: "I don't even know where I am in the world rankings." The 48-year-old has had top-12 finishes in all four majors in a career spanning more than two decades, but now plies his trade on the controversial Saudi-bankrolled LIV circuit. Last week the breakaway tour withdrew its application to join the Official World Golf Rankings (OWGR) after trying since... Читать дальше...

Five people died over the weekend when violent storms swept southern France, authorities said Monday, as rescue services continued their search for three missing people, including two children.

Haiti's prime minister Ariel Henry agreed late Monday to step aside as armed gangs plunge his country into anarchy, as he accepted a regional push for a transition that sets the stage for international intervention. France 24's international affairs editor Philip Turle looks at what the future may hold for Henry and the crisis-hit country.

Haiti's unelected prime minister, Ariel Henry, will step down once a transition council and temporary replacement have been appointed, he said on Monday, after leading the Caribbean country since the 2021 assassination of its last president.

"They have left," Laura Lanuza from Spanish charity Open Arms told AFP. The tow boat and barge embarked on the journey at around 0650 GMT, the first such shipment along a maritime corridor from Cyprus aimed at carrying aid to desperate Palestinian civilians in Gaza. With the volume of aid entering Gaza by land far below pre-war levels and aid agencies warning of famine, foreign governments including Washington have turned to airdrops and are now also trying to set up a maritime aid corridor. Cypriot... Читать дальше...

Pant is set to return to the Delhi Capitals after missing last season and could play for India at the World Cup in the West Indies and United States in June. After 14 months of rehab and recovery, Pant "has now been declared fit as a wicketkeeper-batter" for the IPL, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) posted on X, formerly Twitter. Pant crashed his Mercedes SUV north of New Delhi before dawn in December 2022. He suffered multiple injuries when the car rammed into a crash barrier, flipped over and caught fire. Читать дальше...

As the Muslim world welcomed the start of the holy month on Monday, Gazans faced continued Israeli bombardments and a spiralling humanitarian crisis. With the flow of food and other assistance slowed to a trickle, a UN report citing the territory's Hamas-run health ministry said 25 people have now died from malnutrition and dehydration, most of them children. In Gaza's southern border city of Rafah, where 1.5 million people have sought refuge, the usual generous iftar meal marking the end of the... Читать дальше...

"It was an oasis here, something beautiful, and now it's dry," the 55-year-old said by the sunbaked shore of Lake Zumpango to the north of Mexico City. After water supply cuts in several neighborhoods this year, nervousness is growing among the 20 million residents of the Mexico City metropolitan area about whether they will avoid major shortages before the rainy season arrives. The use of tanker trucks to deliver water has already increased, while some residents have installed big storage tanks... Читать дальше...

A 1-1 draw in the Netherlands makes the assignment simple: the winner in Dortmund will progress to the last eight. Born and raised on Dortmund's outskirts, Terzic's story of the childhood BVB fan whose first head coaching job was at his favourite club is the stuff of fairytales. Winning the German Cup as interim boss in 2021 before getting Dortmund closer to a league title last season than anyone since Jurgen Klopp, losing out on goal difference, had Terzic living an increasingly rare modern football story. Читать дальше...

The Shen Yun Performing Arts company has slipped the beliefs of a spiritual movement called Falun Gong in between its technicoloured visuals and leaping dancers since 2006, with advertising for the show so ubiquitous that it has become an internet meme in recent years. Founded in 1992, Falun Gong claims nearly 100 million followers and has been subject to "persistent persecution" in China, according to a January 2024 European Parliament resolution. Shen Yun aims to "revive 5,000 years of traditional Chinese culture"... Читать дальше...

Two-time Most Valuable Player Jokic produced a towering display to drag Denver back into contention after the NBA champions trailed by 22 points in the second quarter. A fired-up Toronto looked poised to score a notable upset after starting strong to open up a double-digit advantage. But Serbian star Jokic seized control of the game in the third, scoring 19 points as Denver outscored Toronto 42-30 to trim the visitors' lead to five points heading into the fourth. Denver's domination continued... Читать дальше...

Donald Trump on Monday pledged to free people jailed for taking part in the 2021 attack on the US Capitol as one of his first actions if reelected, calling them "hostages."