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Briefing: Trump says US is 'talking' to Iran, but it's not 'ready' for deal to end war

Strategic angle: US President Donald Trump claims discussions are ongoing with Iran, despite Tehran's reluctance to negotiate.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

Politics

Briefing: Milan-Cortina Paralympics end as a 'beacon of unity'

Strategic angle: The closing ceremony highlights the spirit of togetherness as the Paralympic flag is passed to the next hosts.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

Politics

Briefing: Trump demands ‘about 7' countries join coalition to police Iran’s Strait of Hormuz

Strategic angle: The former president calls for an international effort to ensure security in a critical maritime region.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

Politics

Briefing: How US groups are driving a new generation of anti-abortion activism in the UK

Strategic angle: The killing of Charlie Kirk galvanised a transatlantic campaign against abortion. But will it succeed in shifting Britain's pro-choice consensus?

Editorial Staff Mar 16

Politics

Briefing: 'French employees who vote for the far right feel isolated and are more distrustful of their colleagues'

Strategic angle: A new study reveals that workplace frustration and distrust contribute to support for the Rassemblement National.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

Politics

Briefing: Ukraine's urgent fight on the financial frontline

Strategic angle: The war-torn country is battling to secure crucial funding from the IMF and EU, as well as putting up taxes.

Editorial Staff Mar 16

Politics

France picks mayors in test of political mood ahead of 2027 polls

Polling stations across mainland France have opened for the first round of the municipal elections, with uncertain outcomes in major cities.

Editorial Staff Mar 15

Politics

Briefing: Ivan Jablonka, historian: 'The use of last names is a particular trait of antisemitism'

Strategic angle: Historian Ivan Jablonka discusses the implications of name usage in the context of antisemitism following recent remarks by Jean-Luc Mélenchon.

Editorial Staff Mar 15

Politics

Briefing: The National Park Service race to rewrite history becomes a slog

Strategic angle: A deep dive into the challenges faced by the National Park Service in updating historical narratives.

Editorial Staff Mar 15

Politics

Briefing: Razzie Awards 2026: Anti-Oscars name ‘War Of The Worlds’ as Worst Picture

Strategic angle: Worst Picture was just one of five awards that 'War Of The Worlds' took home, making it something of a clean sweep for the Ice Cube-starring adaptation / devastation of H.G. Wells’ classic novel.

Editorial Staff Mar 15

Politics

Briefing: Madagascar anti-corruption chief appointed as new PM

Strategic angle: Mamitiana Rajaonarison takes office following the dismissal of the previous government.

Editorial Staff Mar 15

Politics

Briefing: 2026 Municipal Elections: First-Round Results Live

Strategic angle: Follow the 2026 municipal elections' first-round results in real time with our interactive map.

Editorial Staff Mar 15

Politics

How the Iran war could trigger a fresh food crisis

The Iran conflict is driving up energy and fertilizer costs, raising alarms over a return of food inflation.

Editorial Staff Mar 15

Politics

Briefing: The Trump health care policy red and blue states are embracing

Strategic angle: An analysis of how Trump's health care policy is gaining traction across the political spectrum.

Editorial Staff Mar 15

Politics

Briefing: EU Parliament firewall breached? EPP reportedly worked closely with AfD

Strategic angle: Investigations suggest the EPP group in the European Parliament cooperated more closely with right-wing parties, including the AfD, on tougher EU migration laws.

Editorial Staff Mar 15

Politics

Briefing: EU weighs extending naval mission Aspides to Strait of Hormuz amid Iran crisis

Strategic angle: EU foreign ministers are set to discuss the extension of the naval mission Aspides in response to rising tensions in the region.

Editorial Staff Mar 15

Politics

Briefing: Being an artist and a refugee: Amir Amiri and Parisa Karimi Molan speak to France 24

Strategic angle: Iranian musicians share their experiences of navigating life as refugees in Canada.

Editorial Staff Mar 15

Politics

Briefing: Hungary's rival parties hold parallel rallies ahead of vote

Strategic angle: Viktor Orban faces a significant challenge from Peter Magyar as both leaders present contrasting visions for Hungary's future during national day rallies.

Editorial Staff Mar 15

Politics

Briefing: From missiles strikes to rocketing oil price: Guy Laron speaks to France 24 to analyse the economic consequences of Iran war

Strategic angle: France 24’s Gavin Lee discusses with Guy Laron the economic fallout of the Iran war, including surging oil prices and strategic implications.

Editorial Staff Mar 15

Politics

Briefing: Sweden detains captain of Russian shadow fleet ship

Strategic angle: The skipper of the Sea Owl One is suspected of producing forged documents when it was boarded by coast guard.

Editorial Staff Mar 15