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Clashes between Ethiopian government forces and the Tigray People's Liberation Front (TPLF) continue, causing telecommunications disruptions and fears of conflict spreading regionally, reports France 24.
The U.S. Supreme Court has permitted the Trump administration to use a federal database aimed at verifying voter citizenship for the November elections. Critics argue the system exaggerates the threat of non-citizen voters and risks disenfranchising likely Democratic supporters.
On September 25, 2025, thousands of young people in Antananarivo protested water and electricity cuts, leading to deadly repression. One year later, the military organizes commemorations while some youth boycott the event.
A decade after the peace agreement between the Colombian government and the FARC guerrillas, a gradual resurgence of armed violence is observed, according to political science lecturer Mathilde Allain.
With the 2026 US midterm elections nearing, Republicans facing unfavorable polls are counting on their war chest to massively fund advertising campaigns and try to reverse tight races.
Donald Trump has refused Iran's plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days and may resume bombings in Iran after the midterm elections, according to the Wall Street Journal.
In Ireland, the government is increasing military spending and considering sending soldiers abroad without a UN mandate, raising debate over the cherished principle of neutrality.
France 24 has investigated a controversial Trump administration method: using the 'wrap' restraint system to transfer undocumented migrants to unrelated African countries.
According to France 24, summer 2026 in Europe was the hottest ever recorded, with average temperatures 2.7°C above seasonal norms. This historic heatwave led to record drought and alerts across two-thirds of the EU, weakening vegetation and agriculture and promoting wildfires.
Anwar Gargash, diplomatic advisor to the United Arab Emirates, stated at the UN General Assembly that Iran has drawn his country into conflict by launching 3,300 missiles and drones against the UAE. He also warned of an unstable 'neither war nor peace' situation.
During his four-day visit to France, Pope Leo XIV declined protocol invitations including the state dinner, Legion of Honor, and a private meeting with President Macron. The Vatican cites scheduling reasons, while some see a focus on his apostolic mission over politics.
On the morning of September 25, a Russian drone strike hit central Kyiv, killing a 14-year-old boy and causing significant damage, according to France 24.
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