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The issues at stake in recognizing a Palestine state

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/19/the-issues-at-stake-in-recognizing-a-palestine-state_6671959_4.html

Published: May 19, 2024 16:33

Fifty of the 193 UN members still refuse to recognize Palestine, despite the commitment of most of them to a 'two-state solution' to the conflict with Israel.

Niger reaches agreement on the departure of US troops by September 15 'at the latest'

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/united-states/article/2024/05/19/niger-reaches-agreement-on-the-departure-of-us-troops-by-september-15-at-the-latest_6671954_133.html

Published: May 19, 2024 15:44

This decision comes after several days of discussions between a delegation from the US Department of Defense and their Nigerien counterparts in Niamey this week.

Paris's Musée de l'Armée traces the history of the duel

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/culture/article/2024/05/19/paris-s-musee-de-l-armee-traces-the-history-of-the-duel_6671949_30.html

Published: May 19, 2024 14:17

An exhibition on show until August documents the codified combat between two individuals, from Antiquity to the present day, in a form of ritualized violence.

Iranian presidential helicopter in 'hard landing,' unknown if Raisi on board

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/19/iranian-presidential-helicopter-in-hard-landing-unknown-if-raisi-onboard_6671946_4.html

Published: May 19, 2024 13:50

State media reported that rescue efforts were underway after a helicopter in President Ebrahim Raisi's convoy suffered an incident. It was not immediately clear whether the president was on board.

New Caledonia: France says it will restore order 'whatever the cost'

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/19/new-caledonia-france-says-it-will-restore-order-whatever-the-cost_6671942_7.html

Published: May 19, 2024 11:49

French forces cleared dozens of barricades between the airport and the capital Nouméa in an operation on Sunday, as the country's top official in the Pacific territory vowed to quell riots.

Shooting in Kinshasa is a failed coup d'état, says Congolese army

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/le-monde-africa/article/2024/05/19/shooting-in-kinshasa-is-a-failed-coup-d-etat-says-congolese-army_6671940_124.html

Published: May 19, 2024 10:41

Gunfire erupted in the DRC capital early Sunday morning, as armed men in military uniform clashed with guards at the home of politician Vital Kamerhe.

Chinese officials are operating in France against dissidents

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/19/chinese-officials-are-operating-in-france-against-dissidents_6671935_7.html

Published: May 19, 2024 10:27

In two recent cases, one of attempted forcible repatriation, the other of intimidation, French counter-espionage has revealed the presence of members of the Chinese security services in France.

Slovak PM Fico's life no longer in danger after shooting, says deputy

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/19/slovak-pm-fico-s-life-no-longer-in-danger-after-shooting-says-deputy_6671930_4.html

Published: May 19, 2024 10:04

Prime Minister Robert Fico's 'has emerged from the immediate threat to his life,' but remains in serious condition.

Mbappé left out of PSG squad for final Ligue 1 match

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/sports/article/2024/05/19/mbappe-left-out-of-psg-squad-for-final-ligue-1-match_6671927_9.html

Published: May 19, 2024 09:30

Kylian Mbappé is not traveling to Metz for the final league match of the season. His last chance to appear for Paris Saint-Germain before his departure will be the Coupe de France final.

'Bodkin' on Netflix: Exquisite corpses litter the Irish coast

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/culture/article/2024/05/19/bodkin-on-netflix-exquisite-corpses-litter-the-irish-coast_6671925_30.html

Published: May 19, 2024 09:10

Macabre, but not overly so, Jez Scharf's series unleashes three podcasters into a small Irish village whose appearance is as picturesque as its secrets are dark.

China is no longer Germany's leading trading partner

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/economy/article/2024/05/19/china-is-no-longer-germany-s-leading-trading-partner_6671922_19.html

Published: May 19, 2024 08:48

The US overtook China in trading with Germany in the first quarter – a symbolic change, which could continue.

At least 20 killed in Israeli air strike on Nuseirat refugee camp

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/19/at-least-20-killed-in-israeli-air-strike-on-nuseirat-refugee-camp_6671920_4.html

Published: May 19, 2024 08:11

The strike on Sunday morning was targeting a house belonging to the Hassan family in Nuseirat refugee camp in central Gaza, the Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital said in a statement.

Twenty-three people missing at sea off Tunisia

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/tunisia/article/2024/05/19/twenty-three-people-missing-at-sea-off-tunisia_6671917_232.html

Published: May 19, 2024 08:01

The group, attempting to reach Europe from Nabeul, had taken to the sea at the beginning of May. The search is still underway.

Talleen Abu Hanna represents hope for transgender women in Israel

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/m-le-mag/article/2024/05/19/talleen-abu-hanna-represents-hope-for-transgender-women-in-israel_6671914_117.html

Published: May 19, 2024 04:30

The 29-year-old is one of the protagonists in Yolande Zauberman's documentary 'La Belle de Gaza.' Presented in a special screening at Cannes before its theatrical release on May 29, the film examines the often tragic destinies of transgender women in…

New Caledonia: French forces launch 'major operation' to regain road linking Noumea to main airport

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/19/new-caledonia-french-forces-launch-major-operation-to-regain-road-linking-noumea-to-main-airport_6671911_7.html

Published: May 19, 2024 03:30

French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin said 'a major operation of more than 600 gendarmes' was being launched 'aimed at completely regaining control of the 60 kilometers main road' and allowing the airport to reopen.

Jean Pisani-Ferry: 'The danger is a growing divergence between the US and Europe on the China issue'

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/opinion/article/2024/05/19/jean-pisani-ferry-the-danger-is-a-growing-divergence-between-the-us-and-europe-on-the-china-issue_6671904_23.html

Published: May 19, 2024 02:51

While Washington is increasingly committed to distancing itself economically from its Chinese rival, the European Union is still hesitating over the right strategy.

Boxing: Usyk beats Fury to become the undisputed heavyweight champion

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/sports/article/2024/05/19/boxing-usyk-beats-fury-to-become-the-undisputed-heavyweight-champion_6671901_9.html

Published: May 19, 2024 02:02

Ukraine's Oleksandr Usyk defeated Britain's Tyson Fury by split decision on Sunday to become the first undisputed heavyweight boxing champion in 24 years.

#MeToo in the French military: Female soldiers speak out

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/19/metoo-in-the-french-military-female-soldiers-speak-out_6671900_7.html

Published: May 19, 2024 02:00

French female soldiers are speaking out about the sexual violence they have suffered in the course of their duties, and the armed forces are struggling to stay on top of a growing movement. Le Monde found that women are being penalized, while their alleged…

Three Spanish tourists and three Afghans killed in shooting in Afghanistan

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/19/three-spanish-tourists-and-three-afghans-killed-in-shooting-in-afghanistan_6671898_4.html

Published: May 19, 2024 01:34

Three other tourists were shot and wounded but are in stable condition, according to the hospital. The attack is reportedly the first deadly assault on foreign tourists in Afghanistan since the Taliban returned to power in 2021.

A Swiss summit for an unlikely peace in Ukraine

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/19/a-swiss-summit-for-an-unlikely-peace-in-ukraine_6671891_4.html

Published: May 19, 2024 00:29

Swiss diplomacy is trying to convince as many countries as possible to take part in a 'peace conference' on June 15 and 16. Although the meeting is unlikely to result in any concrete progress, it will be an opportunity for Bern to improve its image.

UN says 800,000 people displaced since start of Israel's Rafah incursion

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/immigration/article/2024/05/19/un-says-800-000-people-displaced-since-start-of-israel-s-rafah-incursion_6671888_144.html

Published: May 18, 2024 22:33

Philippe Lazzarini, head of the UN Agency for Palestinian Refugees, said that people have been 'forced to flee' to areas without water supplies or adequate sanitation.

Parents' climate guilt: 'I haven't been able to give up travel, plastic, beef or Nutella. I can't explain this inconsistency to myself nor to my children'

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/parentology/article/2024/05/19/parents-climate-guilt-i-haven-t-been-able-to-give-up-travel-plastic-beef-or-nutella-i-can-t-explain-this-inconsistency-to-myself-nor-to-my-children_6671885_77.html

Published: May 18, 2024 22:12

Climate change is forcing us to look to the future. For some parents, it's time to address their environmental debt to their children.

Paris 2024: Olympic torch relay begins with popular success

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/18/paris-2024-olympic-torch-relay-begins-with-popular-success_6671882_7.html

Published: May 18, 2024 21:04

The first 10 days of the torch's route, which began in Marseille on May 9, have been better attended than the authorities had forecast.

Ukraine's post-25 enlistment policy aims to 'protect the country's future'

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/18/ukraine-s-post-25-enlistment-policy-aims-to-protect-the-country-s-future_6671876_4.html

Published: May 18, 2024 20:24

Due to declining demographics, the country has chosen not to draft 18-25-year-olds into the armed forces. The average age in the armed forces is over 40.

New Caledonia's nickel: Key resource for archipelago and pro-independence movement

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2024/05/18/new-caledonia-s-nickel-key-resource-for-archipelago-and-pro-independence-movement_6671870_5.html

Published: May 18, 2024 17:25

The sector accounts for a quarter of direct and indirect employment, but it has been devastated by the cost of energy. For the pro-independence movement, control of this resource remains crucial to achieving full sovereignty.

New Caledonia removed from Olympic torch's route following unrest

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/18/new-caledonia-removed-from-olympic-torch-s-route-following-unrest_6671869_7.html

Published: May 18, 2024 17:16

The French territory in the Pacific Ocean is under a state of emergency since violent clashes have broken out as French lawmakers adopted a constitutional reform to change voter lists there.

Georgia's president vetoes 'foreign influence' law – but Parliament can override

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/18/georgia-s-president-vetoes-foreign-influence-law-but-parliament-can-override_6671865_4.html

Published: May 18, 2024 16:07

The ruling party has enough seats to overrule President Salome Zurabishvili's veto of the controversial law based on Russian legislation.

Georgia's 'Family Purity Day': A show of support for the government

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/18/georgia-s-family-purity-day-a-show-of-support-for-the-government_6671864_4.html

Published: May 18, 2024 16:02

Tens of thousands of people marched in Tbilisi on Friday for this celebration organized by the Orthodox Church. It was the government's way of responding to demonstrations against its 'foreign influence' bill.

For Palestinian citizens of Israel, commemorations of 1948 Nakba come with stigma

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/18/for-palestinian-citizens-of-israel-commemorations-of-1948-nakba-come-with-stigma_6671860_4.html

Published: May 18, 2024 15:39

The October 7 attack has increased mistrust of Israel's Palestinian community, which represents 20% of its population. Most demonstrations in solidarity with Gaza its members have tried to organize have been banned or dispersed.

Xi and Putin: A far from self-evident friendship

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/opinion/article/2024/05/18/xi-and-putin-a-far-from-self-evident-friendship_6671856_23.html

Published: May 18, 2024 15:24

The Chinese and Russian leaders frequently communicate directly and have a strong personal relationship, despite their dissimilar backgrounds.

Iranian Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi faces new trial, family says

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/18/iranian-nobel-laureate-narges-mohammadi-faces-new-trial-family-says_6671855_4.html

Published: May 18, 2024 14:42

Narges Mohammadi, who is held in Tehran's Evin prison, is charged with making 'propaganda against the regime' in a trial set to begin Sunday, said her family.

New Caledonia: Why are there so many guns in the French Pacific territory?

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/18/new-caledonia-why-are-there-so-many-guns-the-french-pacific-territory_6671853_7.html

Published: May 18, 2024 14:24

French authorities estimate that there is one firearm for every four inhabitants on the archipelago's main island, Grande Terre.

Slovak PM's prognosis 'positive,' as shooting suspect in pre-trial detention

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/18/slovak-pm-s-prognosis-positive-as-shooting-suspect-in-pre-trial-detention_6671849_4.html

Published: May 18, 2024 14:17

Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico, who was shot four times on Wednesday, is in 'stable' condition after undergoing more surgery on Friday, said the health minister.

Paris jeweller's near Champs-Elysées robbed by armed men

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/18/paris-jeweller-s-near-champs-elysees-robbed-by-armed-men_6671847_7.html

Published: May 18, 2024 14:01

The three men fired a warning shot but no one was injured, as they escaped with jewels from Harry Winston.

Paris 2024: 55,000 spectators turned out to cheer the Olympic torch in Toulouse

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/sports/article/2024/05/18/paris-2024-55-000-spectators-turned-out-to-cheer-the-olympic-torch-in-toulouse_6671844_9.html

Published: May 18, 2024 13:51

The Olympic torch relay in Toulouse on Friday came to a climactic close in an enthusiastic Stade Ernest-Wallon.

Delivery of aid to Gaza by sea is a 'smokescreen' given the scale of the needs

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/18/delivery-of-aid-to-gaza-by-sea-is-a-smokescreen-given-the-scale-of-the-needs_6671834_4.html

Published: May 18, 2024 10:57

The floating pier set up by the United States became operational on Friday, at a time when the Israeli army forced more than 600,000 people to leave the southern city of Rafah in chaos and particularly difficult sanitary conditions.

After the arson attack on Rouen's synagogue, shock and support for France's Jewish community

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/18/after-the-arson-attack-on-rouen-s-synagogue-shock-and-support-for-france-s-jewish-community_6671829_7.html

Published: May 18, 2024 10:08

The man who set fire to the building on Friday morning was killed by police. He was an undocumented Algerian whose application for a residency permit in France for health treatment had been rejected. Rallies were held in Rouen and Paris.

Sudan paramilitaries say they will open 'safe passages' out of key Darfur city

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/le-monde-africa/article/2024/05/18/sudan-paramilitaries-say-they-will-open-safe-passages-out-of-key-darfur-city_6671826_124.html

Published: May 18, 2024 09:53

The Rapid Support Forces, which have been fighting the regular army for over a year, said they were willing to let citizens leave El-Fasher, the state capital of North Darfur, which they are seeking to control.

Heavy rains in Northern Europe cause floods

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/environment/article/2024/05/18/heavy-rains-in-northern-europe-cause-floods_6671825_114.html

Published: May 18, 2024 09:45

There was flooding in parts of Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands.

New Caledonia: Partial calm but gunfire in French territory under state of emergency

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/18/new-caledonia-partial-calm-but-gunfire-in-french-territory-under-state-of-emergency_6671822_7.html

Published: May 18, 2024 09:16

A sixth person was killed in the archipelago on Saturday, following an exchange of fire in the North Province.

Former Georgian president Saakashvili: 'The Russians want to take revenge'

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/18/former-georgian-president-saakashvili-the-russians-want-to-take-revenge_6671818_4.html

Published: May 18, 2024 08:46

The imprisoned former president and opposition leader writes to Le Monde about Georgia's controversial 'foreign influence' law.

New Caledonia: One killed, two injured in new shooting

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/18/new-caledonia-one-killed-two-injured-in-new-shooting_6671813_7.html

Published: May 18, 2024 07:09

Six people have now died since Monday in the French territory in the Pacific Ocean, which has seen a resurgence of violence as France's Parliament moves to reform the local electoral register.

Inside a Kyiv recruitment center: 'Someone has to hold a weapon'

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/18/inside-a-kyiv-recruitment-center-someone-has-to-hold-a-weapon_6671809_4.html

Published: May 18, 2024 03:37

Ukrainians now have to identify themselves to the authorities to potentially be called to serve in the military. Le Monde follows two young Ukrainians who volunteered for the front before the change new rule came into effect.

Meet the 'mid girl', the latest TikTok trend used to elicit compliments

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/our-times/article/2024/05/18/meet-the-mid-girl-the-latest-tiktok-trend-used-to-elicit-compliments_6671808_39.html

Published: May 18, 2024 03:36

Anne Chirol looks at the 'mid girl,' a young woman who finds herself neither beautiful nor ugly, and who presents herself as a victim of popular beauty standards on social media.

Eight ideas for European Night of Museums

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/culture/article/2024/05/18/eight-ideas-for-european-night-of-museums_6671807_30.html

Published: May 18, 2024 03:30

More than 3,000 museums will open their doors to the public free of charge on May 18. Here are our picks for how to make the most of the night in Paris and the surrounding region.

Senegal's new PM criticizes French military presence

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/18/senegal-s-new-pm-criticizes-french-military-presence_6671806_4.html

Published: May 18, 2024 03:09

Ousmane Sonko, who became Prime Minister in April 2024, has repeatedly pushed for full self-determination for Senegal.

BJP election campaign in India revolves around cult of Modi

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/18/bjp-election-campaign-in-india-revolves-around-cult-of-modi_6671805_4.html

Published: May 18, 2024 03:00

The ruling party is hoping for a third consecutive victory in the upcoming election, relying on the prime minister's popularity and anti-Muslim sentiment to win over voters, but it remains evasive about its manifesto.

EU accession has boosted growth among its new members

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/economy/article/2024/05/18/eu-accession-has-boosted-growth-among-its-new-members_6671804_19.html

Published: May 18, 2024 02:42

A new report points out that per capita wealth of the 10 countries that joined the European Union in 2004 has risen from 14% to 50% that of Germany in 20 years.

Irish president criticizes UK's new 'Troubles' law

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/18/irish-president-criticizes-uk-s-new-troubles-law_6671803_4.html

Published: May 18, 2024 02:24

The law has any inquests, civil cases and criminal prosecutions linked to the 'Troubles' in Northern Ireland.

Diversity managers in the US are facing new challenges

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/employment/article/2024/05/18/diversity-managers-in-the-us-are-facing-new-challenges_6671802_103.html

Published: May 18, 2024 02:17

Several recent lawsuits are driving American companies to review their programs for the inclusion of racial minorities.

Zelensky says Russian offensive on Kharkiv could be 'first wave' of attacks

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/18/zelensky-says-russian-offensive-on-kharkiv-could-be-first-wave-of-attacks_6671798_4.html

Published: May 18, 2024 01:15

In an interview with AFP, Volodymyr Zelensky also rejected any idea of an Olympic truce, which had been floated by French President Macron.

New details about a mysterious 1978 plane crash in Bulgaria

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/18/in-bulgaria-revelations-about-a-mysterious-air-disaster_6671797_4.html

Published: May 18, 2024 00:16

A journalist's investigation into the crash of a Balkan Bulgarian Airlines plane in the late 1970s has given hope to the families of the victims, who until now have been kept in the dark, to shed light on the exact circumstances of the tragedy.

Mediterranean wetland birds threatened by rising sea levels

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/environment/article/2024/05/18/mediterranean-wetland-birds-threatened-by-rising-sea-levels_6671795_114.html

Published: May 17, 2024 23:50

By 2100, one-third to one-half of the coastal wetlands in eight Mediterranean countries could be partially or completely submerged.

Lyon win French title ahead of Women's Champions League final

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/sports/article/2024/05/18/lyon-win-french-title-ahead-of-women-s-champions-league-final_6671792_9.html

Published: May 17, 2024 22:27

The 2-1 win over Paris Saint-Germain is good news for the team, who will be challenging Barcelona in the Champions League final on May 25.

Arab countries call for deployment of UN-mandated peacekeeping forces in occupied Palestinian territories

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/17/arab-countries-call-for-deployment-of-un-mandated-peacekeeping-forces-in-occupied-palestinian-territories_6671791_4.html

Published: May 17, 2024 21:30

Meeting in Bahrain, the 22 countries of the Arab League called for recognition of the Palestinian state and the organization of a peace conference under the aegis of the United Nations, conditions that clashed with US and Israeli positions.

France's La Poste celebrates baguette with bakery-scented stamp

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/17/france-s-la-poste-celebrates-baguette-with-scented-stamp_6671788_7.html

Published: May 17, 2024 18:32

The French post office unveiled on Thursday, the day of the patron saint of bakers and pastry chefs, a scratch-and-sniff post stamp, which costs €1.96.

Man who attacked Nancy Pelosi’s husband with a hammer sentenced to 30 years

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/17/man-who-attacked-nancy-pelosi-s-husband-with-a-hammer-sentenced-to-30-years_6671786_4.html

Published: May 17, 2024 18:20

Right-wing conspiracy theorist David DePape broke into Nancy Pelosi's home in October 2022 in the hopes of kidnapping the then-House Speaker.

Israel says it has recovered bodies of 3 hostages

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/17/israel-says-it-has-recovered-bodies-of-3-hostages_6671783_4.html

Published: May 17, 2024 18:11

The military claimed the bodies of 3 hostages taken at the October 7 music festival, including the body of German-Israeli Shani Louk, were found overnight, without elaborating, and did not give immediate details on where they were located.

Paris by bike: Ten leafy pitstops from the Opéra to the Buttes-Chaumont park

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/lifestyle/article/2024/05/17/paris-by-bike-ten-leafy-pitstops-from-the-opera-to-the-buttes-chaumont-park_6671782_37.html

Published: May 17, 2024 18:00

Black pines, paulownias, date palms and Japanese sophoras are just some of the remarkable trees featured in this bicycle tour of the capital's 9th to 19th arrondissements. These green pitstops are as educational as they are refreshing.

Sweden boosts security after gunshots heard near Israeli embassy

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/17/sweden-boosts-security-after-gunshots-heard-near-israeli-embassy_6671779_4.html

Published: May 17, 2024 16:04

Swedish police have strengthened security measures around Israeli property, as well as the country's Jewish community interests, and also carried out searches in Stockholm.

Paris 2024 Olympics: Three major Paris roads closed to traffic from Friday

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/sports/article/2024/05/17/paris-2024-olympics-three-major-paris-roads-closed-to-traffic-from-friday_6671775_9.html

Published: May 17, 2024 16:00

The first road closures in Paris began on Friday, May 17, to allow for the construction of infrastructure for the Olympics.

Israel's army and Netanyahu are at odds over war in Gaza

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/17/israel-s-army-and-netanyahu-are-at-odds-over-war-in-gaza_6671774_4.html

Published: May 17, 2024 15:57

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has openly criticized the prime minister's refusal to establish a Palestinian political authority in Gaza, thus paving the way for the establishment of Israeli military rule.

Putin rejects Macron's call for Ukraine ceasefire during Olympics

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/17/putin-rejects-macron-s-call-for-ukraine-ceasefire-during-olympics_6671773_7.html

Published: May 17, 2024 15:56

The French president restated on Friday his idea of 'an Olympic truce so that Russia ceases its current operations' in Ukraine, to Putin's disapproval.

New Caledonia: Six questions to understand the current crisis

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/les-decodeurs/article/2024/05/17/new-caledonia-six-questions-to-understand-the-current-crisis_6671770_8.html

Published: May 17, 2024 15:06

Tensions in the French overseas territory exploded on May 13, leaving 5 people dead and dozens injured four days later. The government declared a state of emergency on May 15.

Zelensky signs law to enable prisoners to join the army's ranks

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/17/zelensky-signs-law-to-enable-prisoners-to-join-the-army-s-ranks_6671769_4.html

Published: May 17, 2024 14:55

Another law will also increase fines for those who dodge the draft.

Slovak PM Fico's condition 'still very serious' after second surgery

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/17/slovak-pm-fico-s-condition-still-very-serious-after-second-surgery_6671767_4.html

Published: May 17, 2024 14:41

Robert Fico's condition was said to still be 'very serious' on Friday after it was reported he had a second operation following an attempted assassination.

South Pacific countries are watching France and how it handles New Caledonia situation

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/asia-and-pacific/article/2024/05/17/south-pacific-countries-are-watching-france-and-how-it-handles-new-caledonia-situation_6671759_153.html

Published: May 17, 2024 13:23

The region's island nations are paying close attention to the violent crisis shaking the French overseas territory, and are calling for a return to dialogue in the archipelago.

EU elections: Raphaël Glucksmann, the opponent Macron's camp never saw coming

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2024/05/17/eu-elections-raphael-glucksmann-the-adversary-macron-s-camp-never-saw-coming_6671756_5.html

Published: May 17, 2024 12:57

The presidential camp's strategy of ignoring the left-wing candidate is crumbling as the June 9 elections loom and Glucksmann is closing in on candidate Valérie Hayer.

Violence is now a feature of Europe's political landscape

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/17/violence-is-now-a-feature-of-europe-s-political-landscape_6671753_4.html

Published: May 17, 2024 12:12

After the assassination attempt on Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk says he has received threats of violence.

Ukrainian soldiers in Donbas are fed up waiting for Western munitions

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/17/ukrainian-soldiers-in-donbas-are-fed-up-waiting-for-western-munitions_6671749_4.html

Published: May 17, 2024 09:58

Neither the shells included in the 'Czech plan' announced this winter, nor those tied to US aid approved at the end of April, have reached the front line, undermining the morale of Ukrainian troops.

Paris Olympics 2024: 500 recipes on the athletes' menu, but no burgers or fries

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/economy/article/2024/05/17/paris-olympics-2024-500-recipes-on-the-athletes-menu-but-no-burgers-or-fries_6671742_19.html

Published: May 17, 2024 09:37

The restaurant in the Athletes' Village, open 24/7 for the duration of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, will have to meet competitors' high standards, nutrition being key to sporting success.

New Caledonia's economy is collapsing

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2024/05/17/new-caledonia-s-economy-is-collapsing_6671741_5.html

Published: May 17, 2024 09:34

After a fourth night of unrest in the French overseas territory, nothing seems to be able to stop the destruction of the archipelago's economy. The government convened a crisis unit on Thursday to assess the situation.

Police kill man trying to set fire to synagogue in Rouen, France

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/17/police-kill-man-trying-to-set-fire-to-synagogue-in-rouen-france_6671737_7.html

Published: May 17, 2024 07:21

According to Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin, the man was armed and 'clearly' wanted to set fire to the religious building.

Protests against Gaza war take hold across European campuses

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/17/protests-against-gaza-war-take-hold-across-european-campuses_6671727_4.html

Published: May 17, 2024 03:00

Following their counterparts in the United States, students across Europe are occupying their establishments, demanding an end to Israeli bombardments in Gaza and that their universities divest from Israel.

New Caledonia sees fourth night of unrest, but France reports situation 'calmer'

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/17/new-caledonia-sees-fourth-night-of-unrest-but-france-reports-situation-calmer_6671723_7.html

Published: May 17, 2024 02:09

The French government office reported that a school and two businesses were set on fire Thursday night.

The myth of cancel culture in Swedish universities

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/17/the-myth-of-cancel-culture-in-swedish-universities_6671719_4.html

Published: May 17, 2024 01:45

An investigation commissioned by the Swedish government shows that the phenomenon is minimal and does not pose a threat to academic freedom. Teachers and researchers believe political interference is a bigger concern.

How digital nomadism became a market

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/our-times/article/2024/05/17/how-digital-nomadism-became-a-market_6671716_39.html

Published: May 17, 2024 01:25

Short-term 'co-living' platforms offer luxury accommodation in exceptional locations such as South Africa, the Alps, Costa Rica, and many more to those who can choose where they work.

Cannes 2024: Judith Godrèche's film 'Moi Aussi' unveils a thousand faces of sexual violence victims

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/culture/article/2024/05/17/cannes-2024-judith-godreche-s-film-moi-aussi-unveils-the-many-faces-of-sexual-violence-victims_6671713_30.html

Published: May 17, 2024 00:48

The actress' short film was screened on Wednesday, May 15, opening the 'Un Certain Regard' section.

Texas governor pardons man convicted of murdering Black Lives Matter protestor

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/17/texas-governor-pardons-man-convicted-of-murdering-black-lives-matter-protestor_6671711_4.html

Published: May 16, 2024 23:19

Republican Governor Greg Abbott issued a full pardon Thursday for a former US Army sergeant convicted of murder for fatally shooting an armed demonstrator in 2020 during nationwide protests against police violence and racial injustice.

Azerbaijan's interference operations in New Caledonia is only part of the story

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/pixels/article/2024/05/17/azerbaijan-s-interference-operations-in-new-caledonia-is-only-part-of-the-story_6671708_13.html

Published: May 16, 2024 23:10

On Thursday, the French government accused Baku of aggravating the situation on the island. While the country's role in certain past destabilization campaigns is undeniable, its involvement in the current tensions remains questionable.

Netherlands' new coalition led by the far right promises anti-migrant measures

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/17/netherlands-new-coalition-led-by-the-far-right-promises-anti-migrant-measures_6671705_4.html

Published: May 16, 2024 22:26

Geert Wilders, leader of the Party for Freedom, will not serve as prime minister, but will lead the coalition, which has adopted a government program.

Former French minister Damien Abad charged with rape

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2024/05/16/former-french-minister-damien-abad-charged-with-rape_6671700_5.html

Published: May 16, 2024 21:17

The attempted rape charge dates from a 2010 incident at a party the former minister of solidarity gave at his Paris home. Two other cases dating from 2010 and 2011 are still being investigated.

Paris 2024: Wembanyama headlines France's preliminary basketball roster

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/basketball/article/2024/05/16/paris-2024-wembanyama-headlines-france-s-preliminary-basketball-roster_6671699_95.html

Published: May 16, 2024 21:09

France head coach Vincent Collet announced an extended list of 19 players on Thursday featuring notable NBA stars Victor Wembanyama and Rudy Gobert. The roster will be trimmed to 12 players for the tournament.

Chad's junta leader officially declared winner of presidential election

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/16/chad-s-junta-leader-officially-declared-winner-of-presidential-election_6671697_4.html

Published: May 16, 2024 20:54

Chad's constitutional council confirmed Thursday that President Mahamat Déby Itno, who seized power in 2021, was elected president in the May 6 vote and rejected an appeal by his main opponent.

Euro 2024: Didier Deschamps announces 25-man squad for summer tournament

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/16/euro-2024-didier-deschamps-announces-25-man-squad-for-summer-tournament_6671694_7.html

Published: May 16, 2024 20:07

France coach Didier Deschamps included midfielder N'Golo Kanté, 33, in his preliminary list of players for the European Championship on Thursday and gave a first call-up to Paris Saint-Germain forward Bradley Barcola.

US formally moves to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug in historic shift

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/united-states/article/2024/05/16/us-formally-moves-to-reclassify-marijuana-as-a-less-dangerous-drug-in-historic-shift_6671689_133.html

Published: May 16, 2024 18:28

'This is monumental,' President Joe Biden said in a video statement on Thursday, calling the proposed rule an important move toward reversing longstanding inequities.

French prisons' vulnerability in the face of drug trafficking

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/16/french-prisons-vulnerability-in-the-face-of-drug-trafficking_6671684_7.html

Published: May 16, 2024 18:00

The attack on a French prison van, in which two officers were killed on Tuesday, once again highlighted the difficulties faced by the prison administration in dealing with large-scale drug traffickers when they are incarcerated.

Mélenchon pursues search for African allies with Senegal trip

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/le-monde-africa/article/2024/05/16/melenchon-pursues-search-for-african-allies-with-senegal-trip_6671679_124.html

Published: May 16, 2024 15:57

The leader of France's radical left is on a four-day visit to Senegal, where he has met with the new prime minister, Ousmane Sonko.

Nestled between Russia and North Korea, the hopes and frustrations of a piece of China

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/16/between-russia-and-north-korea-the-hopes-and-frustrations-of-a-piece-of-china_6671673_4.html

Published: May 16, 2024 15:04

Those living on a strip of land wedged between North Korea and Russia hope to benefit from Beijing's deepening relations with Moscow.

French prison van attackers are 'public enemy No 1'

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/16/french-prison-van-attackers-are-public-enemy-no-1_6671665_7.html

Published: May 16, 2024 13:13

Speaking on French television, the interior minister vowed to do everything to bring to justice the gunmen who attacked a prison van and killed two prison officers on Tuesday.

Slovak police charge man with attempted murder of PM Fico

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/16/slovak-police-charge-man-with-attempted-murder-of-pm-fico_6671664_4.html

Published: May 16, 2024 13:04

The alleged shooter was described as a 'lone wolf' who was unhappy with the results of the presidential elections.

Why and how TikTok was banned in New Caledonia

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/pixels/article/2024/05/16/why-and-how-tiktok-was-banned-in-new-caledonia_6671655_13.html

Published: May 16, 2024 10:50

The French government blocked the social media app after a state of emergency was declared on the island. It is an unprecedented measure in the EU.

EU probes Facebook, Instagram over child protection

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/europe/article/2024/05/16/eu-probes-facebook-instagram-over-child-protection_6671654_143.html

Published: May 16, 2024 10:41

The EU's Digital Services Act has strict rules to protect children and ensure their privacy and security online, and the EU fears Meta might not be doing enough to tackle these obligations.

Monet painting fetches $35 million at New York auction

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/culture/article/2024/05/16/monet-painting-fetches-35-million-at-new-york-auction_6671649_30.html

Published: May 16, 2024 09:26

Claude Monet's 'Meules à Giverny' went for close to $35 million after a bidding war on Wednesday.

Brussels forecast confirms EU's economic stall

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/economy/article/2024/05/16/brussels-forecast-confirms-eu-s-economic-stall_6671647_19.html

Published: May 16, 2024 09:22

Growth should pick up slightly thanks to buoyant consumption, but other indicators, starting with investment, remain sluggish.

War in Ukraine: Washington no longer rules out its weapons being used to strike Russian soil

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/16/war-in-ukraine-washington-no-longer-rules-out-its-weapons-being-used-to-strike-russian-soil_6671634_4.html

Published: May 16, 2024 08:20

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken hinted on Wednesday that Ukrainian forces could bomb Russia with military materiel supplied by the US, something they had previously been forbidden from doing.

Slovakia's ruling coalition targets opposition after PM Fico's attempted assassination

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/16/slovakia-s-ruling-coalition-targets-opposition-after-pm-fico-s-attempted-assassination_6671632_4.html

Published: May 16, 2024 07:56

Several members of the majority have accused the opposition, without proof, of being responsible for the attack. The 59-year-old prime minister is reported to be in a stable condition.

Putin meets with Xi in China to test 'no-limits' friendship

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/05/16/putin-meets-xi-in-china-to-test-no-limits-friendship_6671631_4.html

Published: May 16, 2024 07:51

The Russian president is visiting China on May 16 and 17. He is due to travel to a technology institute under US sanctions.

New Caledonia emerges from third night of unrest amid TikTok ban and state of emergency

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/16/new-caledonia-emerges-from-third-night-of-unrest-amid-tiktok-ban-and-state-of-emergency_6671623_7.html

Published: May 16, 2024 05:42

The situation in the French overseas territory was 'a little bit less violent than the previous' two nights, according to the French high commissioner. The French interior minister has accused Azerbaijan of having made 'a deal' with 'separatists.'

French arrest warrant for Bashar al-Assad challenged before Paris appeal court

https://www.lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/05/16/french-arrest-warrant-for-bashar-al-assad-challenged-before-paris-appeal-court_6671616_7.html

Published: May 16, 2024 02:35

The French National Anti-Terrorism Prosecutor's Office is seeking to cancel the arrest warrant issued in November 2023, on the grounds of absolute personal immunity for sitting heads of state.