“I am a political prisoner,” says New Caledonia activist jailed in France

An indigenous Kanak pro-independence activist from the French Pacific territory of New Caledonia said Monday that he considered himself a “political prisoner” as authorities held him in jail in mainland France pending charges over a wave of deadly rioting.

Christophe Tein,…[Read more]

Ex-IOC executive says Olympics organisers hope for peaceful reaction to French elections

The key risk to the Paris Games from the political uncertainty gripping France is public disturbances that could impact the already stretched security services, a former International Olympic Committee executive told AFP on Monday.

The far-right National…[Read more]

‘Lack of humility’

The anti-government “yellow vest” movement, the Covid-19 pandemic, and the war in Ukraine are just a few of the challenges Macron has faced during his tenure.

Even as his support buckles at home, Macron has remained a key voice in European politics.

“We shouldn’t quibble. He’s the great European of his time,” said…[Read more]

Macron isolated as legislative third-place finish prompts rethink of his legacy

French President Emmanuel Macron’s camp saw an embarrassing third-place finish in the first round of snap legislative elections on Sunday, behind both the far-right National Rally party and a new leftist alliance. With the National Rally now poised to secure the…[Read more]

Israeli strikes rock Gaza City’s Shujaiya for fourth day

Heavy battles and bombardment hit Gaza City’s Shujaiya district for a fourth day on Sunday, as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged his forces were engaged in a “difficult fight”.

Tens of thousands of Palestinians have fled the devastated neighbourhood, where the Israeli…[Read more]

Germany reacts to Türkiye’s döner kebab application to EU

Türkiye’s application to register döner kebab as a traditional Turkish product with the European Union has sparked reactions from Germany.

The International Döner Kebab Federation in Istanbul has filed the application, aiming to both recognize döner as a Turkish product and protect i…[Read more]

Turkish, Iranian FMs discuss Gaza war’s spillover risk

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan held a phone call with Iran’s acting top diplomat, Ali Bagheri Kani, on June 30 to discuss the war in Gaza and its potential to spread conflict across the region, according to Turkish diplomatic sources.

The conversation focused on assessing the humanitarian…[Read more]

Anthony Albanese grilled on eye-watering salary ahead of pay rise

The Prime Minister has been grilled on his salary ahead of his pay rise on Monday.

Anthony Albanese has been grilled about his salary ahead of his payrise on Monday.

The Prime Minister’s salary will tick over $600,000, reaching a new height for our elected leader’s pay pac…[Read more]

Xavier Coates a doubt for Origin III, limps off as Melbourne Storm edge Canberra Raiders

Xavier Coates appears to be a serious doubt for the State of Origin decider after limping off the field late in the Storm’s gritty 16-6 victory over the Raiders in Melbourne.

The Maroons winger cut a desperate sight as he was helped from the field.

Coates…[Read more]

Gas shortage threatens businesses, jobs and households can expect further bill pain

First, the good news for consumers.

Despite the latest iteration of the gas crisis rippling through Australia’s south-eastern states in the dead of winter, you’re unlikely to go without warm showers over the coming cold months.

Alas, the bad news.

None of this…[Read more]

Germany and Morocco agree climate and energy alliance

In addition to a meeting of the energy partnership in Berlin, the first session of the German-Moroccan Strategic Dialogue also took place.

Germany and Morocco will work together more closely on climate protection and the energy transition. Germany’s Federal Development Minister Svenja S…[Read more]

Protesters, police clash as Germany’s far-right AfD party congress starts

Large protests have been taking place as the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party opened its convention in the western city of Essen, with demonstrators attempting to block roads and clashing with police.

Police used pepper spray and batons on Saturday to push b…[Read more]

Germany demands new citizens accept Israel’s right to exist

People applying for naturalization in Germany will now be required to affirm Israel’s right to exist, under changes to the country’s citizenship law.

The legislation, which came into effect Thursday, is part of a larger citizenship overhaul from Berlin as the government grapples with…[Read more]

Greek woman arrested for human trafficking at Istanbul airport

Turkish security forces have arrested a Greek national suspected of human trafficking at an airport in Istanbul, sources said Thursday.

Paraskevi Georgopoulou was accused of providing a Syrian woman with a fake passport and ticket in a restroom at Sabiha Gökçen Airport, said the s…[Read more]

Türkiye provided enough evidence for writer’s extradition: US

The U.S. State Department said information provided by Türkiye regarding the extradition of fugitive writer Eylem Tok, who fled the country with her son after a hit-and-run incident, was sufficient for her extradition.

A letter was sent by the U.S. State Department attorney Tom H…[Read more]

US removes temporary Gaza pier due to weather: Pentagon

The temporary aid pier built by the United States will be uninstalled due to “high sea states,” according to a statement made by the Pentagon’s deputy press secretary on Friday.

“Now, due to high sea states expected this weekend, Central Command has removed the temporary pier from its…[Read more]

Türkiye, Armenia reaffirms commitment to full normalisation of relations

oth leaders expressed satisfaction with the ongoing dialogue between the senior officials of Türkiye and Armenia and discussed the latest developments in the region and the international agenda.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol P…[Read more]

Israeli strike kills several Palestinians in southern Gaza

Israel’s war on Gaza, now in its 259th day, has killed at least 37,431 Palestinians — mostly women, children and infants –– and wounded 85,653, with 10,000+ feared buried under the debris of bombed homes and more than 9,500 abducted by Tel Aviv.

Friday, June 21, 2024

0717 GMT — At leas…[Read more]

Bureau of Meteorology warns of another ‘cool and frosty’ weekend for large parts of Australia

Aussies are encouraged to rug up as we’re in for another cool and frosty weekend, with temperatures below zero in some places.

Another chilly weekend is set to hit Aussies in NSW, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia and the nation’s capital, with so…[Read more]

Media bosses demand social media clampdown, Meta commercial deal renewal

The Australia parliament is being urged to stand up to social media giants and force Meta back to the Media Bargaining Code, with warnings of job losses.

The heads of Australia’s three largest commercial media companies have appeared before a sweeping parliamentary i…[Read more]