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Warsaw mayor and member of ruling centrists Civic Coalition party Rafal Trzaskowski took a narrow lead in Poland's presidential election first round on Sunday, an exit poll showed, setting up a run-off with rightwing rival Karol Nawrocki.

The eighth edition of the "Choose France" conference should attract €20 billion of new investment from foreign businesses, Finance Minister Eric Lombard said on Monday, as President Emmanuel Macron's government faces mounting pressure to curb job cuts amid economic strain worsened by US President Donald Trump's trade policies.

On May 13, 2025, Kim Kardashian testified in a Paris courtroom about the traumatic 2016 armed robbery during which she was held at gunpoint and robbed of over $10 million in jewelry. She recounted being tied up and fearing for her life as masked men posing as police officers invaded her hotel room.

French prosecutors are investigating after a masked gang attempted to kidnap the daughter of a crypto businessman in Paris in what is at least the third violent attack targeting wealthy crypto players and their families in recent months.

The resumption of US-Syria dialogue marks a diplomatic shift, largely driven by Mohammed al-Sharaa. He met Emmanuel Macron in Paris a week earlier, and this meeting signaled Syria's intent to rebuild ties with the international community. After years of sanctions, the US is now more open to cooperation, especially on common issues like counterterrorism and regional stability. Wassim Nasr delves into the behind-the-scenes developments of this resumption of dialogue with Syria.

In a May 13 interview, President Emmanuel Macron reiterated France's support for Ukraine, warning a Russian victory threatens European security. He proposed referendums on domestic reforms and condemned Israeli actions in Gaza, calling for adherence to international law. Macron also suggested openness to stationing French nuclear weapons in Europe for defense.

In a May 13 interview, President Emmanuel Macron reaffirmed France's commitment to Ukraine, warning that a Russian victory would endanger European security. He also suggested referendums on domestic reforms and criticised Israeli actions in Gaza. However, FRANCE 24’s Marc Perelman analyses that Macron’s message struggled to convince on the national stage, as his long tenure has diminished his impact.

The United Nations’ top humanitarian official blasted Israel on Tuesday for “deliberately and unashamedly” imposing inhumane conditions on Palestinians, including the risk of famine — one of the strongest condemnations by a high-ranking U.N. official during the war in Gaza. No humanitarian aid has entered the enclave since March 2nd.

Cassie, the R&B singer and former girlfriend of Sean “Diddy” Combs, testified on Tuesday that the music mogul abused and sexually exploited her for years, as she took the witness stand for the first time during his sex trafficking trial.

Theo Croker, a Florida-born trumpet player, composer and producer has a background in jazz, but is known for pushing the boundaries of genres and mixing different musical styles. The Grammy-nominated artist tells FRANCE 24 that going "against the norm" and thinking "outside of a box or genre" were always part of his personality. His new album, "Dream Manifest", which will be released in June, continues in this vein. He says the record gives listeners an "uplifting feeling to manifest your dreams", but still contains a dark side. "We will definitely explore duality on this album," he tells us in Perspective.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday said French President Emmanuel Macron was siding with a "murderous Islamist terrorist organisation” after Macron accused Netanyahu's government of "unacceptable" and "shameful" behaviour over its aid blockade on Gaza, in force since March 2.

It’s been a deadly start to the year in Peru. The country has already seen more than 700 homicides: a 20 percent increase compared to last year. These murders are often the result of extortion attempts, a crime that is also on the rise and affects all sectors: business owners, bus drivers and even private schools. To deal with the violence, the government declared a state of emergency in the capital Lima on March 18, but that has done little to help. Across the city, residents are exhausted and frightened. FRANCE 24's Agathe Fourcade and Martin Chabal report, with Wassim Cornet.

Things are going from bad to worse for Nissan. Struggling with weak sales and an ageing lineup, the Japanese carmaker has announced a sweeping restructuring plan, aiming to save €3 billion in costs. It plans to cut 15 percent of its global workforce and close seven of its 17 plants worldwide.  Plus, Samsung has released its latest model of Galaxy S that is less than 6mm thick. The Korean tech firm accelerated its release schedule as Donald Trump's tariffs were threatening to impact consumer spending. 

Kicking off a whirlwind Gulf tour of trillion-dollar deals in Saudi Arabia, President Donald Trump has lavished effusive praise on Saudi's de facto ruler, calling him "an incredible man" and a "great guy," and made no mention of human rights concerns in the country. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective of a veritable paradigm ship in American foreign policy and economic policy, FRANCE 24's Charli James welcomes Dr Neil Quilliam, Author, Foreign Affairs Specialist and Associate Fellow in the Middle East and North Africa Programme at Chatham House.

The red carpet at the #CannesFilmFestival set the standard for red carpets at major events around the world. But... why is it red? Take a look 👀

In a new attempt to reach a ceasefire in Ukraine, President Zelenskyy hosted key European leaders on Saturday. While the EU and U.S. backed their 30-day truce proposal, Putin dismissed it, calling instead for talks in Turkey. It remains unclear if he and Zelenskyy will meet face-to-face.

Erik and Lyle Menendez will have a new shot at freedom after 35 years behind bars for murdering their parents, a judge ruled Tuesday. The ruling from Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Michael Jesic reduced the brothers' sentences from life in prison without parole to 50 years to life, making them immediately eligible for parole. The state parole board must decide whether to release them. Wassim Cornet has more from Los Angeles.

PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, May 14: French papers are slightly unsure of what to make of President Emmanuel Macron's three-hour interview on national television. Also, a recent report on the risk of famine in Gaza continues to make front pages, as Israel's aid blockade continues. Next, Trump's visit to Saudi Arabia is scrutinised by American journalists and cartoonists alike. Finally, a maverick mallard has been caught by a speeding camera in Switzerland.

President Donald Trump’s historic arms deal with Saudi Arabia, valued at billions of dollars, has reignited discussions about the U.S. commitment to Israel’s qualitative military edge (QME). The deal, which includes advanced weaponry and systems, aims to bolster Saudi Arabia’s defences amidst regional tensions. However, some worry that such sales could challenge Israel’s military superiority in the Middle East, as Noga Tarnopolsky explains.

US chipmakers Nvidia and AMD, as well as other tech firms, have announced deals to work with Saudi Arabia's brand new AI venture Humain worth billions of dollars. This comes as US President Donald Trump is visiting the Middle East and paving the way for business deals for US companies. Also in this edition: Chinese leader Xi Jinping and his Brazilian counterpart Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva meet in Beijing, where they defend free trade and multilateralism.

France said on Wednesday it will expel Algerian diplomats in response to Algeria's plans to send French officials home as ties between the two countries have become "totally blocked", according to France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot.

The French interior minister said Wednesday he will meet with cryptocurrency professionals to discuss how to prevent future kidnappings for ransom following several such high-profile cases in France.

Donald Trump met Syria's strongman Mohammed al-Sharaa in Saudi Arabia, marking the first meeting between a US president and a Syrian leader since 2000. The historic encounter comes shortly after Trump announced plans to lift longstanding US sanctions on Syria. FRANCE 24's Douglas Herbert has the analysis.

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday lifting sanctions on Syria will grant the country a fresh start, a day after a surprise U.S. announcement it would lift all sanctions on the Islamist-led government. Trump was addressing the US- Gulf Cooperation Council summit in Riyadh. Here is the full address.

Donald Trump addressed the US-GCC Council in Riyadh, emphasising the need for balance in the Middle East and announcing efforts to normalise relations with Damascus. This marks a new chapter in US foreign policy under his administration. For FRANCE 24's Douglas Herbert, it reflects Donald Trump's transactional approach, where political actions are driven by US self-interest.