Ceuta warns of 'unsustainable' situation for child migrants after influx

Spain's north African enclave of Ceuta has appealed for urgent government assistance after hundreds of unaccompanied migrant children overwhelmed its reception system following last week's mass border crossing from Morocco. Local authorities have warned that the situation is "unsustainable".

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Israel resumes military strikes on southern Lebanon as Rome hosts peace talks

Israel again fired on southern Lebanon on Wednesday, blaming Hezbollah for violating a ceasefire, as US-backed negotiations in Rome sought to end months of cross-border hostilities. Lebanon said at least one person was killed in the attacks, while Israel issued its first evacuation alert in weeks for a southern town, underscoring the fragility of the truce.

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Woman arrested after four stabbed in London's popular Covent Garden

Four people were stabbed in central London and a woman has been arrested in a suspected "mental health related incident", the Metropolitan Police said Wednesday. The stabbings took place around lunchtime in Covent Garden, a bustling area frequented by tourists.

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Democrat El-Sayed narrowly wins high-profile Michigan US Senate primary

Progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed narrowly won Michigan's Democratic US Senate primary, US media projected, handing the party's left wing a significant victory in a pivotal battleground state. The upset over establishment-backed Haley Stevens is expected to sharpen debate over the Democrats' direction on economic populism, healthcare and support for Israel ahead of November's midterm elections.

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Democrat El-Sayed narrowly wins high-profile Michigan US Senate primary

The Democratic Party's progressive wing scored a high-profile victory when Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan's US Senate primary, US media projected on Wednesday, giving its anti-establishment message ​a boost ‌ahead of November's midterm elections. El-Sayed, whose message focused on ⁠healthcare, the economy and an end to unconditional military aid to Israel, was the first progressive to win a ‌statewide primary in a state that President Donald Trump carried in 2024. Tuesday's ⁠vote, billed as a defining test of the party's direction, became an election-night cliffhanger before US media projected early on Wednesday that El-Sayed ​had narrowly prevailed over US Representative Haley Stevens, a moderate supported ‌by Democratic leaders and pro-Israel groups. The race served as a battleground between progressives and moderates over support for Israel, an issue that has played out in primaries nationwide ‌this year. But unlike contests in liberal bastions, this was a statewide race in a Midwestern swing state for ​a seat Democrats must win if they have any hopes of securing a Senate majority in November. Stevens benefited from tens of millions of dollars in ​spending by a pro-Israel super PAC, and her supporters argued she was the more ​electable candidate in the general election, when she ​will face Republican Mike Rogers, a former U.S. representative. Analysts had said one significant factor in El-Sayed's favor was that Michigan ​is home to some of the country's largest Arab American communities, where hostility to Israel runs deep. The result is likely to be scrutinized by prospective 2028 presidential contenders searching for a message to reconnect with voters after the party's loss ⁠to Trump in the 2024 presidential election. El-Sayed's victory could intensify debate within Democratic ranks over the political ⁠appeal of economic ​populism, anti-establishment campaigning and a tougher approach towards Israel. (FRANCE 24 with Reuters)

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Outrage in Libya over a video of a woman being publicly flogged for adultery

A rare video filmed on July 21 in Sabha, Libya shows a woman accused of adultery being sentenced to 100 lashes. Shared on social media, it has sparked outrage for various reasons: Some are appalled by the fact that the punishment was carried out in a public space, whilst others are shocked by the ongoing existence of a law on extramarital relationships.

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Alarm at German airport after drone found near Ukrainian plane, mid-air incident

German authorities launched a major security operation after a drone was found on the tarmac near a Ukrainian cargo plane at Leipzig-Halle Airport, forcing flight diversions and prompting the deployment of a bomb disposal robot. A cargo aircraft that aborted its landing also struck an unidentified object mid-air before landing safely.

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Embattled FIFA chief Infantino holds emergency talks with directors

President Gianni Infantino held emergency talks with other FIFA directors in Morocco on Wednesday, a source told AFP, amid a wave of criticism over his now shelved plan to open the World Cup to private investment.

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Russian barrage on Kyiv kills 17 as Ukraine fails to down single missile

Russian missile and drone strikes killed at least 17 people and wounded dozens more in Kyiv and the surrounding region overnight, authorities said Wednesday.

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Michigan awaits outcome of Democratic primary seen as latest test of progressive movement

The race between US Representative Haley Stevens and former public health official Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan's Democratic Senate race is one of the clearest tests yet of the party’s future. El-Sayed held a narrow lead over US Representative Haley Stevens as of Tuesday evening. The winner will face Mike Rogers, a former Republican congressman, in November's critical midterm elections.

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Taiwan launches major war games as China pressure grows

Taiwan's annual "Han Kuang" military exercise began Wednesday. The event, which is the island's largest military drill, is meant to prepare the country for potential attacks. China claims Taiwan is part of its territory, and Beijing has ramped up military pressure on the island in recent years. 

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SpaceX rocket stage expected to slam into Moon

A SpaceX rocket's upper stage is set to unintentionally crash into the Moon on Wednesday, a collision that poses no danger to Earth but will leave behind a lunar crater.

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AI before AI: The legacy of Norbert Wiener’s cybernetics (3/3)

Norbert Wiener, the founder of cybernetics, may deserve a place in the pantheon of the founding fathers of modern AI, alongside Alan Turing and John von Neumann. FRANCE 24 takes a look at this overlooked mathematician who was one of the first to warn against the automation of society.

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Ukraine live: Russian strikes kill at least 15 in Kyiv and surrounding region

Russian strikes on Kyiv and the surrounding region killed at least 15 people and wounded dozens overnight, authorities said on Wednesday. In recent weeks, both sides have increased long-range attacks, with Russia more than doubling its use of missiles in July. On Tuesday, at least five were killed and 10 others wounded in the Moscow region. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates. 

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Armed man arrested outside Trump's Los Angeles golf course before presidential visit

Authorities arrested a man carrying ammunition and later found a loaded gun in his car outside US President Donald Trump's Los Angeles-area golf course, where he was allegedly photographing security preparations ahead of the US president's fundraising event.

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US revokes Brazilian ambassador's visa amid escalating diplomatic dispute

Washington stripped Brazil's ambassador of her US visa in an escalating diplomatic standoff, saying the move would be reversed if Brasília approves President Donald Trump's nominee for ambassador ahead of Brazil's closely watched presidential election.

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US says Iran Hormuz deal could come 'today or tomorrow' as oil prices plunge

A senior Trump administration official said an agreement to restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz could be reached as soon as "today or tomorrow," fueling hopes of a diplomatic breakthrough despite Iran's public denials that it is negotiating with Washington.

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US World Cup host cities seek millions in unpaid FIFA funding: report

Several US cities that staged World Cup matches are pressing FIFA for millions of dollars they say were promised to support football infrastructure and community projects, according to an Atheltic report that adds to growing scrutiny of the governing body under president Gianni Infantino.

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Hundreds flee homes after Guatemala's Fuego volcano erupts

Hundreds of people living on the slopes of Guatemala's Fuego volcano evacuated their homes Tuesday after a huge eruption spewed lava and plumes of ash.

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