World · 3 min read
In early October, Ukraine conducted drone attacks on several data centers of Russian giant Yandex, disrupting some services and aiming to weaken the Russian economy. This highlights the vulnerability of critical digital infrastructure.
World · 1 min read
Between 1858 and 1954, around 200,000 mixed-race children were born in Indochina, primarily to French fathers. This colonial-era phenomenon was experienced as a tragedy by these children and their mothers, reveals RFI.
World · 4 min read
UN data shows Israeli settler attacks in the West Bank have surged since 2021, inflicting serious injuries on Palestinians who decry impunity and biased Israeli justice.
World · 3 min read
After Ukrainian strikes targeted Russian data centers owned by Yandex, internet users have noted a significant decline in pro-Russian and far-right populist content on social media, attributing this to the shutdown of disinformation bots. France 24 investigates this claim.
World · 4 min read
A report published on October 11 in The Lancet warns that the decline in health aid in Africa is causing treatment interruptions and stopping prevention campaigns. Professor Nicolas Meda suggests solutions to preserve healthcare access on the continent.
World · 3 min read
King Felipe VI of Spain visited Ceuta, a Spanish enclave in North Africa, three months after a massive influx of migrants from Morocco. The visit aims to support locals but may heighten tensions with Rabat, which claims sovereignty over Ceuta and Melilla.
World · 3 min read
Since early October, India has seen protests after 130 million voters were removed from electoral rolls. Opposition led by Rahul Gandhi marches in New Delhi against an election commission accused of favoring BJP and excluding minorities.
World · 3 min read
Protests erupted in New Delhi against an electoral roll revision accused of targeting minorities, especially Muslims. Opposition and journalists denounce brutal police repression. Rahul Gandhi calls for a march to the Supreme Court.
World · 3 min read
According to France 24, the Indian capital New Delhi was locked down this weekend to prevent a gathering of the Cockroach People's Party amid a context of repression in India.
World · 3 min read
The French Interior Ministry has initiated a dissolution procedure against Alain Soral's Égalité et Réconciliation association, citing its promotion of national-socialist ideology, a direct Nazi reference. Soral, a former National Front member, is known for conspiracy and antisemitic statements over nearly 20 years.
World · 4 min read
The 2027 social-democratic primary for the presidential election, involving 140,000 voters and five candidates, is disrupted by a cyberattack delaying electronic voting on the first day.
World · 3 min read
French student protests persist, sometimes turning violent. Meanwhile, astronaut Sophie Adenot has returned to Earth after eight months aboard the International Space Station.
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