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Trump insists he struck Iran on his own terms
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20260304-trump-insists-he-struck-iran-on-his-own-terms
Published: March 4, 2026 01:22
Secretary of State Marco Rubio alarmed Democrats -- who say only Congress can declare war -- as well as many of Trump's MAGA supporters on Monday when he said: "We knew that there was going to be an Israeli action." "We knew that that would precipitate an…
Beirut explosion, Qatar busts spy cells: Latest developments in Mideast war
Published: March 4, 2026 01:18
Here are the latest developments: US commander says 2,000 targets hit in Iran Admiral Brad Cooper, who is leading US military forces in the Middle East, said in a video message that "nearly 2,000 targets" had been struck so far in Iran. "We have severely…
Trump Commerce chief agrees to testify in congressional Epstein probe
Published: March 4, 2026 00:42
"Secretary Lutnick has proactively agreed to appear voluntarily before the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform," Republican chairman James Comer said in a statement, without specifying a date. Lutnick, a billionaire former New York…
Tennis world rocked by Middle East war as Indian Wells begins
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260304-tennis-world-rocked-by-middle-east-war-as-indian-wells-begins
Published: March 4, 2026 00:40
Dozens of international tennis players are gathering this week on the opposite side of the world in the California desert for the prestigious annual men's and women's tournaments that begin Wednesday. Currently absent are the likes of Daniil Medvedev and…
Sabalenka backs 'best-of-five' Slam proposal, Swiatek against
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260304-sabalenka-backs-best-of-five-slam-proposal-swiatek-against
Published: March 4, 2026 00:40
Speaking ahead of this week's ATP-WTA tournament in Indian Wells, the hard-hitting Sabalenka said she believed switching to five sets would benefit her game. "Yeah, let's do that," the four-time Grand Slam singles champion said when asked about the idea,…
New Zealand's All Blacks name Dave Rennie as coach
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260304-new-zealand-s-all-blacks-name-dave-rennie-as-coach
Published: March 4, 2026 00:24
Rennie, a 62-year-old former Wallabies coach, takes over a team rocked by a scathing 2025 performance review and a rumoured player revolt against his predecessor. "He is a world-class coach who has consistently shown he can build strong performance…
Canada PM calls for 'rapid de-escalation' of war in Middle East
Published: March 4, 2026 00:00
Speaking in Sydney, Carney said the war in the Middle East represented "another example of the failure of the international order". "Canada calls for a rapid de-escalation of hostilities and is prepared to assist in achieving this goal," he said. "Canada…
New Zealand's All Blacks name Dave Rennie as coach
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260303-new-zealand-s-all-blacks-name-dave-rennie-as-coach
Published: March 3, 2026 23:54
Rennie, a 62-year-old former Wallabies coach, takes over a team rocked by a scathing 2025 performance review and a rumoured player revolt against his predecessor. "He is a world-class coach who has consistently shown he can build strong performance…
Strasbourg spot on against Reims in French Cup
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260303-strasbourg-spot-on-against-reims-in-french-cup
Published: March 3, 2026 23:24
First-division Strasbourg repeatedly came close against their second-tier visitors but the game was still scoreless on 83 minutes when the hosts were awarded a penalty after the ball struck Spanish-Irish midfielder John Patrick on the arm. Argentine…
Slot frustrated after Liverpool suffer late heartbreak again in Wolves stunner
Published: March 3, 2026 23:16
Slot's side fell behind to Rodrigo Gomes' strike with 12 minutes left at Molineux before Mohamed Salah's equaliser looked to have rescued a point for the Reds. Liverpool's Achilles heel of surrendering goals in the final seconds came back to haunt them…
Will US oil companies be the big winners from the Iran war?
Published: March 3, 2026 22:38
But the question remains whether the new war in the Middle East also leads to increased oilfield investment. What does the Middle East war mean for US oil industry profits? Geopolitical crises lift oil industry profits if a supply disruption causes…
Liverpool rocked by last-gasp defeat at Wolves
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260303-liverpool-rocked-by-last-gasp-defeat-at-wolves
Published: March 3, 2026 22:32
Arne Slot's side fell behind to Rodrigo Gomes' strike in the closing stages at Molineux. Mohamed Salah hauled Liverpool level with his first goal in 11 top-flight games dating back to November. But Andre's first goal for Wolves inflicted the latest…
Atletico hammered but hold off Barca to reach Copa del Rey final
Published: March 3, 2026 22:10
The Spanish champions almost produced a comeback for the ages after their 4-0 first leg defeat in early February, but fell just short at Camp Nou. Youngster Marc Bernal netted twice for the record 32-time winners and Raphinha scored a penalty as Barcelona…
War, politics clouding World Cup on 100-day countdown
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260303-war-politics-clouding-world-cup-on-100-day-countdown
Published: March 3, 2026 21:30
This summer's unprecedented 48-team World Cup with 104 matches across the US, Canada and Mexico had been an alluring prospect, with FIFA boasting of unprecedented ticket sales and sold-out matches. But the Republican president's actions since his return…
Aaron Judge and US stars eye Japan revenge in World Baseball Classic
Published: March 3, 2026 21:00
The two-week tournament's sixth edition features 20 teams in games spread across Japan, Puerto Rico and the mainland United States, with the semi-finals and final to be played in Miami. The last edition in 2023 saw Japan edge the US in a nail-biting…
Trump says 'everything's been knocked out' in Iran
https://www.rfi.fr/en/middle-east/20260303-trump-says-everything-s-been-knocked-out-in-iran
Published: March 3, 2026 17:38
"Just about everything's been knocked out," Trump said as he met German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, answering his first questions from reporters since the strikes began on Saturday. Trump's administration has given conflicting reasons for going to war,…
Iran will not 'automatically' fall after Khamenei's death, shah's widow tells AFP
Published: March 3, 2026 17:38
"The passing of a man -- however central he may be to the architecture of power -- does not automatically mean the end of a system," said Farah Pahlavi, three days after US-Israeli strikes on Iran killed Khamenei. The attacks on Iran have thrown the…
Polish doctors jailed for denying woman abortion
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20260303-polish-doctors-jailed-for-denying-woman-abortion
Published: March 3, 2026 17:36
The woman, Izabela, whose last name has not been made public, died of sepsis in 2021 while experiencing complications in the 22nd week of pregnancy. Her death came a year after a law toughening abortion restrictions in the mainly Catholic country came…
Tehran resembles ghost town as bombs rain down
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20260303-tehran-resembles-ghost-town-as-bombs-rain-down
Published: March 3, 2026 17:34
"I'm afraid to walk in the deserted streets because bombs are still falling from the sky," said Samireh, a 33-year-old nurse, who did not want to give her family name. The Iranian capital is normally home to some 10 million people, but in recent days…
Iran will not 'automatically' fall after Khamenei's death, shah's widow tells AFP
Published: March 3, 2026 16:42
"The passing of a man -- however central he may be to the architecture of power -- does not automatically mean the end of a system," said Farah Pahlavi, three days after US-Israeli strikes on the Islamic republic killed Khamenei. "What will be decisive,"…
Iran's 'Axis of Resistance' under threat after US-Israeli war
Published: March 3, 2026 16:32
But the network -- long used as a regional force against Israel -- has been weakened since the Gaza war and now risks collapse, upending the regional balance, analysts said. "The axis of resistance is over," said Atlantic Council researcher Nicholas…
Arteta fires back at critics of Arsenal's set-piece success
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260303-arteta-fires-back-at-critics-of-arsenal-s-set-piece-success
Published: March 3, 2026 16:22
Arteta's side have established a five-point lead at the top of the league thanks in large part to their success from set-pieces. They equalled the Premier League single-season record for goals from corners with two in Sunday's 2-1 win over Chelsea to…
Real Madrid's Rudiger tried to 'smash my face in': Getafe's Rico
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260303-real-madrid-s-rudiger-tried-to-smash-my-face-in-getafe-s-rico
Published: March 3, 2026 16:14
There was an incident involving the two defenders in the first half of the match visitors Getafe won 1-0 at the Santiago Bernabeu on Monday Germany centre-back Rudiger hit Rico in the head with his knee to the anger of Getafe's players. "I think in these…
Real Madrid's Brazilian winger Rodrygo set to miss World Cup with knee injury
Published: March 3, 2026 15:42
"Following the tests carried out today on our player Rodrygo by Real Madrid's medical services, he has been diagnosed with a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament and a tear of the lateral meniscus in his right leg," said Los Blancos in a statement. Rodrygo…
Man Utd 'hungry for more', says Carrick
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260303-man-utd-hungry-for-more-says-carrick
Published: March 3, 2026 15:30
United climbed to third in the Premier League with Sunday's 2-1 win over Crystal Palace, a sixth victory in seven games since Carrick was appointed, in mid-January, as manager until the end of the season. The Red Devils, who have the best form of any side…
Flights to evacuate stranded travellers in Middle East
Published: March 3, 2026 15:22
The situation remains dangerous in the region, with Qatar saying it had blocked Iranian attacks on its airport, one of the major hubs in the region. The US and Israeli attacks on Iran which began on Saturday, followed by Iranian counterattacks on Gulf…
England rip up team sheet for Italy Six Nations clash
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260303-england-make-sweeping-changes-for-italy-six-nations-clash
Published: March 3, 2026 15:10
There are nine changes in personnel and a further three positional switches following the 42-21 rout by Ireland that realistically ended England's title chances with two rounds remaining. It is the most changes ever made by England in the Six Nations era.…
Unbeaten South Africa face 'fresh start' in semi-final: Markram
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260303-unbeaten-south-africa-face-fresh-start-in-semi-final-markram
Published: March 3, 2026 14:46
The two teams clash at Kolkata's Eden Gardens in the first semi-final on Wednesday, with both having never lifted a cricket World Cup. South Africa are the only unbeaten side in the last four and are trying to rid themselves of a reputation for choking in…
Guardiola says Premier League teams must adapt to set-piece threat
Published: March 3, 2026 14:02
Arsenal have been labelled "Set Piece FC" as a result of their prowess from dead ball situations and other sides are learning from their playbook. Speaking Tuesday, on the eve of title-chasing City's match against relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest,…
Will Iran take part in the 2026 World Cup?
https://www.rfi.fr/en/middle-east/20260303-will-iran-take-part-in-the-2026-world-cup
Published: March 3, 2026 13:40
What is Iran's position? The possibility of a boycott of the World Cup has been raised in Iran. Within hours of the joint US-Israeli strikes beginning on Saturday, Iranian Football Federation president Mehdi Taj told Iranian television: "What is certain…
France deploys jets over UAE to protect its military bases
Published: March 3, 2026 08:58
France has hundreds of navy, air force and army personnel based in the United Arab Emirates. Its Rafale aircraft are stationed at the Dhafra base near Abu Dhabi. "These Rafales and their pilots are mobilised to ensure the security of our facilities,"…
How the T20 World Cup semi-finalists shape up
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260303-how-the-t20-world-cup-semi-finalists-shape-up
Published: March 3, 2026 08:52
South Africa will face New Zealand in Kolkata on Wednesday, while defending champions India take on England in Mumbai the next day. AFP Sport assesses the four contenders for the trophy: SOUTH AFRICA Aiden Markram's South Africa are the only unbeaten…
Warming El Nino may return later this year: UN
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20260303-warming-el-nino-may-return-later-this-year-un
Published: March 3, 2026 08:32
The UN's World Meteorological Organization (WMO) said the recent, weak La Nina was expected to give way to neutral conditions, which could then swing into El Nino before the end of 2026. La Nina is a naturally occurring climate phenomenon that cools…
Hezbollah says targeted 3 Israeli bases after strikes on Lebanon
Published: March 3, 2026 08:16
Israel continues to carry out successive air raids, particularly on Beirut's southern suburbs and the south of the country, after issuing evacuation warnings to residents, while Lebanese authorities on Monday recorded the displacement of around 29,000…
Trump says US-UK relationship 'not like it used to be'
Published: March 3, 2026 08:08
"This was the most solid relationship of all. And now we have very strong relationships with other countries in Europe," he said, singling out France and Germany, after UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's initial refusal to allow the United States to use…
Eight years on, trial begins in Argentina submarine implosion
Published: March 3, 2026 07:56
The ARA San Juan's crushed wreckage still lies more than 900 meters (2,950 feet) deep in a remote area of the South Atlantic, around 400 kilometers (250 miles) off the coast of Argentina's Santa Cruz province -- where the trial is due to take place. The…
South Africa, India eye T20 World Cup rematch as semi-finals begin
Published: March 3, 2026 06:28
Should Aiden Markram's side inflict their second defeat of the tournament on New Zealand -- they beat them comfortably in the group stage -- then a rematch against India for the trophy could be on the cards. Suryakumar Yadav's defending champions will…
Trump hosts Germany's Merz for talks eclipsed by Mideast war
Published: March 3, 2026 06:28
But Trump's signal that airstrikes against Iran could go on for weeks has upended the global agenda, with Tehran striking back against US bases and allies in the region. Merz, a harsh critic of the Islamic republic's leadership, said Berlin shared the…
Pakistanis at remote border describe scramble to leave Iran
Published: March 3, 2026 05:52
AFP journalists saw a steady trickle of people passing through large metal gates at the remote border crossing between Iran's Mirjaveh and Taftan in Pakistan's western Balochistan province. Powerful explosions have rocked Iran's capital Tehran since…
Beijing votes out three generals from political advisory body
Published: March 3, 2026 05:28
Beijing has escalated a sweeping purge of military officials in the days before thousands of delegates from across the country meet for the annual Two Sessions political conclave that starts on Wednesday. Simultaneous gatherings of China's top…
Murray scores 45 as Nuggets hold off Jazz
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260303-murray-scores-45-as-nuggets-hold-off-jazz
Published: March 3, 2026 05:10
Nuggets point guard Murray drained eight three-pointers and shot 13-of-19 from the field in a back-and-forth duel that saw the lead change hands no fewer than 22 times. Murray's virtuoso performance was backed by 22 points from Nikola Jokic, who also…
Five things about the 2026 F1 season
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260303-five-things-about-the-2026-f1-season
Published: March 3, 2026 04:50
Predictions are difficult to make ahead of the 24-race season, which is scheduled to finish in Abu Dhabi at the start of December, because of the sweeping changes in chassis and engine regulations. But the clash between favourites could provide one of…
Scrum-half Gibson-Park: Ireland's 'petit general'
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260303-scrum-half-gibson-park-ireland-s-petit-general
Published: March 3, 2026 04:50
New Zealand-born Gibson-Park, perhaps stung by being on the replacements bench for the Six Nations match against Italy, turned in a man of the match performance in the 42-21 hammering of England last month. The 34-year-old's assured display had a positive…
Geopolitical storm leaves isolated Greenlanders hanging by a telecoms thread
Published: March 3, 2026 04:32
With one table and just two chairs, all members of the local administration are present. Vanilla Mathiassen, a 64-year-old Danish teacher, has summoned the village chief to discuss her concerns about US President Donald Trump's desire to annex Greenland…
Myong hat-trick as North Korea cruise at Women's Asian Cup
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260303-myong-hat-trick-as-north-korea-cruise-at-women-s-asian-cup
Published: March 3, 2026 04:24
The Koreans were totally dominant, striking early to pile the pressure on and there was no way back for an Uzbek side that lost their starting goalkeeper after 10 minutes to a neck injury. Midfielder Myong clinically finished on the turn in the sixth…
Underground party scene: Israelis celebrate Purim in air raid shelters
Published: March 3, 2026 01:30
All public gatherings have been banned by military order, but four floors underground in the basement parking lot of a Tel Aviv mall, hundreds of young people gathered in costume, as is customary for the festive holiday -- typically marked by gift-giving…
Flowers, music, and soldiers at funeral of drug lord
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20260303-flowers-music-and-soldiers-at-funeral-of-drug-lord
Published: March 3, 2026 00:56
The remains of the man who led the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel -- he was the US government's most-wanted drug trafficker -- presumably lay in a gold-colored coffin, AFP observed through rings of federal security forces at the scene. Famous…
'Safety and wellbeing' will guide F1 Mideast planning: FIA chief
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260303-safety-and-wellbeing-will-guide-f1-mideast-planning-fia-chief
Published: March 3, 2026 00:34
This weekend's season-opening Australian Grand Prix has been hit by travel chaos but is not under threat. After Melbourne, Formula One heads to China then Japan, which are not expected to be affected. However, concerns are mounting over whether next…
Trump to attend White House Correspondents' dinner
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20260303-trump-to-attend-white-house-correspondents-dinner
Published: March 3, 2026 00:24
It is a major turnaround for a leader who regularly brands the news media "fake news" and whose administration has moved to curb press access. "The fact that these 'Correspondents' now admit that I am truly one of the Greatest Presidents in the History…
Will Iran's missiles drain US interceptor stocks?
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20260303-will-iran-s-missiles-drain-us-interceptor-stocks
Published: March 3, 2026 00:06
Iran responded to the massive US-Israeli air campaign launched over the weekend with barrages of hundreds of missiles and drones against countries in the Middle East that host American forces and bases. Since the start of the war, the United States has…
Energy infrastructure emerges as war target, lifting prices
Published: March 2, 2026 23:56
European natural gas prices finished the day up more than 39 percent after surging more than 50 percent earlier in the day. Brent oil futures rose to above $82 dollars a barrel, a gain of more than 13 percent early in the session. The benchmark finished…
Ecuador launches joint anti-drug operations with US
Published: March 2, 2026 23:10
Noboa, a close ally of US President Donald Trump, said the United States was among "regional allies" taking part in a "new phase" of Ecuador's war on the drug cartels which use its ports to smuggle cocaine to international markets. "In March, we will…
Getafe deal flat Real Madrid La Liga title race blow
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260302-getafe-deal-flat-real-madrid-la-liga-title-race-blow
Published: March 2, 2026 22:12
Alvaro Arbeloa's side, beaten by a superb volley from Martin Satriano, suffered a second consecutive loss in the Spanish top flight for the first time since 2020. Madrid forward Franco Mastantuono was sent off in stoppage time for apparent dissent to make…
Rubio says Israel's strike plan triggered US attack on Iran
Published: March 2, 2026 21:42
"We knew that there was going to be an Israeli action. We knew that that would precipitate an attack against American forces, and we knew that if we didn't preemptively go after them before they launched those attacks, we would suffer higher casualties,"…
'Thank you, madam president': Melania Trump leads UN Security Council as Iran war rages
Published: March 2, 2026 21:26
Ambassadors from all of the Security Council's members, including Washington's rivals Russia and China, lined up to meet with Trump, representing the US as it takes over the monthly rotating presidency of the Security Council. She opened the meeting with…
Bombing Iran, Trump has 'epic fury' but endgame undefined
https://www.rfi.fr/en/middle-east/20260302-bombing-iran-trump-has-epic-fury-but-endgame-undefined
Published: March 2, 2026 20:36
After Saturday's first strikes killed the supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Trump called on Iranians to rise up. But Trump soon said his war launched alongside Israel was not about regime change after all. In the end, the mission of the military…
US slaps sanctions on Rwanda military over DR Congo 'violation'
Published: March 2, 2026 20:04
The mineral-rich east of DRC has seen decades of conflict, but violence flared last year when the Rwandan-backed M23 group made huge gains, capturing strategic mines and towns and displacing thousands of people. US President Donald Trump in December…
US Congress to debate Trump's war powers
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20260302-us-congress-to-debate-trump-s-war-powers
Published: March 2, 2026 20:02
Trump has sought to expand executive power drastically since returning to the White House in 2025, overshadowing the legislature. So some lawmakers now want to reassert the role of Congress, which under the US constitution is the only body that can…
Fire-damaged Six Nations trophy to be replaced
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260302-fire-damaged-six-nations-trophy-to-be-replaced
Published: March 2, 2026 19:10
The trophy was damaged when the vehicle transporting it was involved in an accident in Ireland after the third round of matches. No passengers were injured but it was deemed the trophy could not be restored to its original state, according to the…
Middle East war puts shipping firms in tight insurance spot
Published: March 2, 2026 18:54
Many insurers now refuse to offer war risk coverage for the Gulf, a key hub for global oil trade, as the war pitting Iran against the United States and Israel drags on. "We have been receiving coverage cancellations from certain insurers since yesterday…
UN chief calls for Israel to re-open Gaza crossings: spokesman
Published: March 2, 2026 18:30
Among the crossings shut down on Saturday as a security measure is the Rafah conduit -- the only gateway for Gazans to the outside world that does not pass through Israel. It had reopened for the movement of people on February 2, nearly two years after…
Qatar downs Iran jets as Tehran targets oil and gas in spiralling Gulf crisis
Published: March 2, 2026 17:36
Qatar's air force shot down two Sukhoi Su-24 bombers, the defence ministry said -- the first time a Gulf country has hit Iranian planes, after Tehran began region-wide attacks in retaliation for US and Israeli strikes that have devastated its leadership. …
UK PM says US will not use British bases in Cyprus
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20260302-uk-pm-says-us-will-not-use-british-bases-in-cyprus
Published: March 2, 2026 17:36
Starmer's comments came despite criticism from US President Donald Trump over the UK leader's initial refusal to let Washington use British military bases in the conflict. On Sunday Starmer announced that he had agreed to a US request to use British…
Real Madrid superstar Mbappe in Paris for treatment on knee injury
Published: March 2, 2026 17:10
Real Madrid later said the forward has been diagnosed with a knee sprain in the French capital and will follow a "conservative" treatment plan. Mbappe was "in Paris accompanied by members of the Real Madrid medical staff," the striker's camp said in a…
Mideast war risks sending global economy into stagflation
Published: March 2, 2026 17:00
Will there be an oil shock ? The conflict has nearly halted traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, through which around 20 percent of global seaborne oil passes, with several ships attacked. Global oil prices shot higher on Monday, with the Brent crude…
Stranded tourists shelter from missile fire in Dubai
https://www.rfi.fr/en/middle-east/20260302-stranded-tourists-shelter-from-missile-fire-in-dubai
Published: March 2, 2026 16:56
Iran's strikes on Gulf neighbours since Saturday, following the US-Israeli attack, forced the UAE to shut its airspace, blindsiding travellers who thought they were headed to one of the region's safest holiday destinations. Dubai, which welcomed nearly…
Iran war spells danger for global airlines
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20260302-iran-war-spells-danger-for-global-airlines
Published: March 2, 2026 16:40
Much of the region's airspace has been shut after the US and Israeli attack on Iran and its retaliatory strikes in the region -- further disrupting a global air-traffic scene already complicated by Russia's war in Ukraine. Dubai International Airport,…
Memories surface of Iraqi invasion as Kuwait hit by Iran
https://www.rfi.fr/en/middle-east/20260302-memories-surface-of-iraqi-invasion-as-kuwait-hit-by-iran
Published: March 2, 2026 16:14
Home to a major US military presence, Kuwait has been sucked into Iran's war against the United States and Israel, with the US embassy apparently hit, three American warplanes mistakenly shot down by its military, and a power station struck. The violence…
'No aborts. Good luck': Key moments in the US war on Iran
Published: March 2, 2026 16:04
US forces then launched a sweeping campaign of strikes that has smashed Iranian command-and-control sites, destroyed missile infrastructure and sunk navy vessels. Below, AFP examines key moments in the US operation against Iran. The buildup The United…
Chelsea boss Rosenior warns players over discipline
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260302-chelsea-boss-rosenior-warns-players-over-discipline
Published: March 2, 2026 15:18
Sunday's 2-1 loss to Premier League leaders Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium means Chelsea have won just two of their past six matches in all competitions. They are sixth in the Premier League table ahead of Wednesday's match at fourth-placed Aston Villa,…
Lebanese state bans Hezbollah military activities
https://www.rfi.fr/en/middle-east/20260302-lebanese-state-bans-hezbollah-military-activities-pm
Published: March 2, 2026 15:16
Hezbollah is represented in both the government and parliament, and the move came hours after it announced it had launched rockets and drones towards Israel early Monday to avenge the killing of Iranian supreme leader Ali Khamenei in US-Israeli attacks. …
Trump warns of longer Iran war
Published: March 2, 2026 14:28
In his first public comments since launching the military operation, the president who long campaigned for "no new wars" laid out what he said were four key objectives for hitting Iran. Trump also said that the timeframe he initially gave could drag out,…
'Too risky' for Iran to hit Turkey over US assets: analysts
https://www.rfi.fr/en/middle-east/20260302-too-risky-for-iran-to-hit-turkey-over-us-assets-analysts
Published: March 2, 2026 13:32
Iran had long warned that if Washington attacked, it would target its regional assets -- which in principle should include NATO-member Turkey where US troops are stationed at several bases. Since the conflict began early on Saturday, Iran has fired…
South Korea outclass Iran in Asian Women's Cup opener
https://www.rfi.fr/en/middle-east/20260302-south-korea-outclass-iran-in-asian-women-s-cup-opener
Published: March 2, 2026 11:56
The Koreans, runners-up to China in the 2022 edition, totally dominated a brave but outclassed Iran, who showed no signs of being affected by the war raging at home, while some supporters waved shah-era flags. South Korea's Casey Phair, who came on as a…
Liverpool's Slot says his 'football heart' does not like set-piece trend
Published: March 2, 2026 11:36
Last season's champions struggled with dead-ball situations both defensively and in attacking areas earlier in the campaign. But seven of their past nine Premier League goals have come from set pieces, including three following corners in Saturday's 5-2…
Energy prices soar, stock markets slide on Iran war fallout
Published: March 2, 2026 11:02
European natural gas prices rocketed more than 20 percent and world crude futures surged around eight percent on fears of disruption to Middle East energy supplies. Asian and European stock markets retreated as much as around two percent as investors…
Showdown looms between Tesla and German union
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20260302-showdown-looms-between-tesla-and-german-union
Published: March 2, 2026 10:46
The works council, an elected body of employees that negotiates pay deals and working hours with management, has long been an unshakeable component of German corporate life, especially in the auto sector. But at Tesla's "Gigafactory", it has been a…
Middle East fighting overshadows world telecom show
Published: March 2, 2026 09:54
Around 30 Israeli participants had been slated to take their place among the stands in the Catalan capital, where around 109,000 people from around the world were expected to view the latest gadgets and network innovations in the vast halls until Thursday.…
France arrests activists blocking ship over alleged Russia uranium links
Published: March 2, 2026 09:54
Around 20 protestors carrying signs reading "Stop toxic contracts" and "Solidarity with Ukrainians", blockaded the Mikhail Dudin at the northern port of Dunkirk early on Monday morning, to prevent it from unloading its cargo, an AFP journalist observed. …
Indian police clash with pro-Khamenei protesters in Kashmir
Published: March 2, 2026 09:52
The clashes came a day after tens of thousands of people in the Muslim-majority region joined peaceful street demonstrations against strikes by Israel and the United States that killed the Iranian leader. On Monday, authorities closed schools and colleges…
Myanmar grants amnesty to over 7,000 convicted of 'terrorist group' support
Published: March 2, 2026 09:50
Thousands of dissenting civilians have been swept into jails since Myanmar's military snatched power in a 2021 coup, ending a decade-long experiment with democracy and detaining elected figurehead Aung San Suu Kyi. Pro-democracy activists backing Suu Kyi…
A rough guide to F1 rule changes for 2026
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260302-a-rough-guide-to-f1-rule-changes-for-2026
Published: March 2, 2026 07:44
Four-time world champion Max Verstappen has already said the new cars are "not fun to drive" while Lando Norris, the man who took his crown last season, stirred the pot by saying they were fun before reversing at speed by remarking they were "certainly not…
At least 25 killed at Pakistan's weekend pro-Iran protests
Published: March 2, 2026 07:38
The demonstrations against the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei erupted in several major Pakistani cities including Karachi, where hundreds of protesters attempted to storm American diplomatic buildings and clashed with police, an AFP journalist saw. At…
Myanmar grants amnesty to over 7,000 convicted of 'terrorist group' support
Published: March 2, 2026 07:06
Thousands of dissenting civilians have been swept into jails since Myanmar's military snatched power in a 2021 coup, ending a decade-long experiment with democracy and detaining elected figurehead Aung San Suu Kyi. Pro-democracy activists backing Suu Kyi…
Riyadh's King Fahd stadium to host 2027 Asian Cup final
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260302-riyadh-s-king-fahd-stadium-to-host-2027-asian-cup-final
Published: March 2, 2026 06:42
Saudi Arabia was awarded the World Cup but first will host the Asian Cup from January 7 to February 5, 2027. "The King Fahd Sports City Stadium... will provide the backdrop for both the eagerly anticipated Final as well as the opening match, featuring…
'Superman Sanju' toast of India after T20 World Cup heroics
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260302-superman-sanju-toast-of-india-after-t20-world-cup-heroics
Published: March 2, 2026 06:30
Samson's unbeaten 97 led India's chase of 196 against the West Indies in the last Super Eights match to set up a semi-final against England in Mumbai on Thursday. Samson paced his innings to perfection and had more than a billion India fans erupting in…
Travel chaos, but F1 season-opener in Australia 'ready to go'
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260302-travel-chaos-but-f1-season-opener-in-australia-ready-to-go
Published: March 2, 2026 06:28
Many of the drivers, engineers, team principals and other personnel are based in Europe, and the Middle East is a major flight hub on the path to Melbourne. With the first race of the year this weekend, they have been caught up in the biggest disruption…
Lunar New Year heartache for Chinese team at Women's Asian Cup
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260302-lunar-new-year-heartache-for-chinese-team-at-women-s-asian-cup
Published: March 2, 2026 06:26
China edged South Korea 3-2 in Mumbai four years ago to win their ninth continental crown and are the most successful team in the tournament's history. But they have struggled in recent times, slipping to 17 in the world and desperately want to kickstart…
Argentina's Milei says wants US 'strategic alliance' to be state policy
Published: March 2, 2026 05:24
In a state of the nation address to parliament, the Argentine leader said "the South Atlantic is the strategic battleground of the coming decades," arguing Argentina must be a "player" in the region. "We must create the century of the Americas: Make…
World Cup tickets: Huge demand and sky-high prices
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260302-world-cup-tickets-huge-demand-and-sky-high-prices
Published: March 2, 2026 04:14
AFP Sport assesses the cost of attending games at the tournament: How many tickets, how much demand? According to world football's governing body FIFA, almost seven million tickets have been made available in total. Each person can buy a maximum of four…
New rules, same old suspects as F1 revs up for 2026 season
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260302-new-rules-same-old-suspects-as-f1-revs-up-for-2026-season
Published: March 2, 2026 04:14
For all the pre-season testing, the finger-pointing, the accusations of 'sandbagging' and loopholes in the new regulations, the guessing games have left us nowhere closer to predicting how the 24-race 2026 season will pan out. Beyond the obvious, of…
Trump hunkers down after Iran strikes
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20260302-trump-hunkers-down-after-iran-strikes
Published: March 2, 2026 03:40
Trump eschewed the grand Oval Office addresses to the nation favored by his predecessors to announce foreign wars, and opted instead for an eight-minute video on his Truth Social network. Posted at 2:30 am on Saturday, the short statement in which Trump…
China's leaders gather for key strategy session as challenges grow
Published: March 2, 2026 03:32
Thousands of delegates from across China will convene for a carefully orchestrated affair in Beijing's Great Hall of the People, largely to rubber-stamp decisions by the ruling Communist Party under leader Xi Jinping. The nation's 15th Five-Year Plan -- a…
UK toughens asylum rules to discourage migration
https://www.rfi.fr/en/international-news/20260302-uk-toughens-asylum-rules-to-discourage-migration
Published: March 2, 2026 03:20
Under the reforms, refugee status for adults and their accompanying children will be reviewed every 30 months. "Refugee status will become temporary and subject to review," the Home Office said in a statement released late Sunday, adding the changes…
CBS in turmoil as US media feels pressure under Trump
Published: March 2, 2026 03:08
Since CBS in mid-2025 became a part of Paramount Skydance, which is headed by Trump ally David Ellison, the network has clashed with its star latenight host Stephen Colbert, and seen a raft of journalists resign. Colbert recently said the network blocked…
Israel hits Lebanon after Hezbollah fire, expanding Iran war
Published: March 2, 2026 03:00
An AFP journalist heard several loud explosions in Beirut early on Monday, the Israeli military said it had "begun striking targets of the Hezbollah terrorist organisation across Lebanon". Residents in southern Lebanon fled on cars, some with mattresses…
Macron to set out how France's nuclear arms could protect Europe
Published: March 2, 2026 02:42
The speech by French President Emmanuel Macron, at France's Ile Longue nuclear submarine base, comes after the launch of US and Israeli attacks against Iran in a campaign that risks destabilising the Middle East. "What we are experiencing demonstrates…
Messi bags double as Miami battle back to down Orlando
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260302-messi-bags-double-as-miami-battle-back-to-down-orlando
Published: March 2, 2026 02:40
Reigning MLS champions Miami, beaten in their season-opener last week, looked to be heading for another defeat after dominant Orlando raced into a 2-0 first-half lead in front of their home fans. Croatian international winger Marco Pasalic opened the…
Greenland is 'open for business' -- kind of, says business leader
Published: March 2, 2026 02:36
Christian Keldsen, head of the Greenland Business Association, told AFP that the government must avoid saying that Greenland is "open for business" when in reality, long and difficult negotiations lie ahead. Some other countries may become frustrated,…
Miriam Margolyes tackles aging in Oscar-nominated short
https://www.rfi.fr/en/olympic-games/20260302-miriam-margolyes-tackles-aging-in-oscar-nominated-short
Published: March 2, 2026 01:50
So when she was offered a script by a first-time writer-director that tackles aging and loneliness, she jumped at it. "I knew this was good," she told AFP of the Oscar-nominated short film "A Friend of Dorothy." "The truth, the emotion is real, the drama…
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