Новости за 29.01.2024

Mali and Burkina Faso said Monday they had sent ECOWAS "formal notice" of their withdrawal from the West African bloc, with Niger expected to follow.

For those in the team captain's native village, and despite the team's last 16 loss to Qatar in Doha, the game was 90 minutes of pure pride. Hours before Monday's kick-off, the plastic chairs had already been drawn up in a semicircle. There were sweets, and black, green and red wigs in the national colours for the kids. For the men there were endless cigarettes. Four generations gathered together on a terrace under an awning to cheer for the Lions of Canaan. Among them was Battat's 80-year-old grandmother... Читать дальше...

An 88th-minute header from Brazilian forward Malcom settled an entertaining friendly at the Kingdom Arena after Miami fought back to 3-3 from 3-1 down early in the second half. The game was the latest leg of Miami's globe-trotting pre-season tour ahead of the start of the Major League Soccer season on February 21. Former Fulham striker and Serbian international Aleksandar Mitrovic fired Al Hilal head in the 10th minute, coolly side-footing his finish beyond Miami goalkeeper Drake Callender after... Читать дальше...

The White House on Monday vowed a "very consequential response" to a drone attack on a base in Jordan that killed three American troops, with President Joe Biden blaming Iran-backed militants.

The match at the Felix Houphouet Boigny Stadium in Abidjan was drifting towards extra time when Cape Verde won a spot-kick and captain Mendes converted with just two minutes of the 90 remaining to break Mauritania's resistance. The Blue Sharks then held on through 10 added minutes to advance to a quarter-final on Saturday in Yamoussoukro against either Morocco or South Africa, who meet in the last 16 on Tuesday. The tiny Atlantic Ocean island nation had got out of their group in two of their three previous appearances at the AFCON... Читать дальше...

Naji Sharifi Zindashti, 49, Damion Patrick John Ryan, 43, and Adam Richard Pearson, 29, plotted to murder two residents of the state of Maryland, Justice and Treasury department officials said. Zindashti, who is based in Iran, is a narcotics trafficker who runs a network that has carried out numerous "assassinations and kidnappings across multiple jurisdictions in an attempt to silence the Iranian regime's perceived critics," the Treasury Department said in a statement. Zindashti was indicted by... Читать дальше...

Palestine were appearing in the knockout rounds for the first time in three Asian Cups and have enjoyed strong support during the tournament from fans of rival teams. The last-16 encounter north of Doha took place against the backdrop of the Israel-Hamas war in the Palestinian territory of Gaza and a brief moment's silence was held before kick-off. A young girl in the crowd held up a sign that said "Sorry Palestine" after the final whistle. Some of the Palestinian players have lost loved ones or have family trapped in Gaza... Читать дальше...

Fighting between rival communities in a disputed region claimed by both Sudan and South Sudan has killed 54 people, including two UN peacekeepers, the United Nations said on Monday, calling for calm.

African leaders gathered at a Rome summit on Monday to hear Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's much-hyped plan for the continent, aimed at transforming Italy into an energy hub -- and stopping migration. Far-right leader Meloni, who came to power in 2022 on an anti-migrant ticket, has vowed to reshape relations with African countries by taking a "non-predatory" approach inspired by Enrico Mattei, founder of Italy's state-owned energy giant Eni. The so-called Mattei Plan hopes to position Italy as a key bridge between Africa and Europe... Читать дальше...

The agency has fired several staff over Israel's accusations and promised a thorough investigation into these claims, which were not specified. Several countries, including the United States, France, Britain, Germany and Japan, have announced the suspension of further funding to the agency. In the southern city of Rafah, where 1.5 million displaced people have taken refuge, Gazans told AFP that the support they received from the agency amounted to a lifeline. "We live on aid from UNRWA. If it stopped... Читать дальше...

Valieva was found to have "committed an Anti-Doping Rule Violation (ADRV) under Clause 4.1 of the All-Russian Anti-Doping Rules of 24 June 2021," said the three-member panel in sport's highest court. "A period of four years ineligibility is imposed on Ms Valieva, starting on 25 December 2021. "All competitive results of Ms Valieva from 25 December 2021 are disqualified, with all the resulting consequences (including forfeiture of any titles, awards, medals, profits, prizes, and appearance money)," CAS added. Читать дальше...

The White House on Monday vowed a "very consequential response" to a drone attack on a base in Jordan that killed three American troops, with President Joe Biden blaming Iran-backed militants.

Israel’s allegations that 12 employees of a United Nations agency were involved in Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack have led to several countries to cut off funding. The UN agency for Palestinian refugees, known as UNRWA, employs thousands of staffers and provides vital aid and services to millions of people across the Middle East. In Gaza, it has been the main supplier of food, water and shelter to civilians during the Israel-Hamas war.

The White House on Monday vowed a "very consequential response" to a drone attack on a base in Jordan that killed three American troops, with President Joe Biden blaming Iran-backed militants. France 24's Wassim Nasr takes a look at whether the attack could prove a turning point for the highly volatile region.

Violence has flared in the West Bank since the October 7 attack on Israel by Hamas militants triggered war in Gaza. In the northern city of Jenin, an AFP photographer on Monday saw residents navigating a street bulldozed by Israeli forces in their latest raid. Thaer Naim Hamo, a 21-year-old resident of Al-Yamun, near Jenin, was killed according to the Palestinian health ministry. Mourners, including gunmen, gathered later Monday for his funeral in Al-Yamun. The health ministry in Ramallah, seat of the Palestinian Authority... Читать дальше...

Regional armed groups aligned with Iran respond to "American aggressors" at their own discretion, the Iranian minister of intelligence said on Monday,a day after three U.S. soldiers were killed in attacks on US bases in Jordan. Esmail Khatib, speaking on Iranian state TV, used the phrase "Axis of Resistance", which refers to a loose coalition that includes Hamas and armed Shi'ite Muslim groups around the region that have militarily confronted Israel and its Western allies. The Islamic Resistance in Iraq... Читать дальше...

The Magpies have spent more than £400 million ($507 million) on transfers since the club's Saudi owners took charge at St James' Park in October 2021. But with the club having reported losses in excess of £70 million for each of the two most recent financial years, Newcastle chief executive Darren Eales has admitted that even their biggest names have their price. Howe knows Newcastle could be sellers ahead of the transfer deadline as they juggle the restrictions imposed by financial fair play rules with their desire to strengthen their squad.

Van Dijk is coming to terms with Klopp's shock decision to quit once the current campaign is over. The Reds captain does not believe uncertainty over Liverpool's long-term future will affect their ambitions this season. They crushed Norwich 5-2 in the FA Cup fourth round on Sunday in the first game since Klopp's bombshell announcement. But he knows Liverpool must get it right when they pick Klopp's replacement. "The club will have a big job on their hands, that is well known," Van Dijk said.... Читать дальше...

Jordan had a man advantage after the 77th-minute dismissal of Aymen Hussein but looked down and out in injury time, only for Yazan Al-Arab to prod in a 95th-minute leveller. If that was hard to believe, better was to come two minutes later for Jordan when Nizar Al-Rashdan curled in from well outside the box to fire the underdogs into the last eight and spark wild celebrations. Iraq's heartbroken players were left flat-out on the turf, their dreams of repeating the country's fairytale 2007 Asian Cup title somehow snatched from their grasp. Читать дальше...

The United Nations Palestinian refugee agency (UNRWA) said on Monday that it would not be able to continue operations in Gaza and across the region beyond the end of February if funding were not resumed. A string of countries including the United States, Germany and Britain have paused their funding to the aid agency in the wake of allegations that 12 UNRWA staff were involved in the Oct. 7 attacks by Hamas in southern Israel. Irris Makler, France 24's correspondent in Jerusalem, has the latest.

The Venice Carnival got underway this Sunday with a parade of boats down the city's Grand Canal, while a blanket of thick fog over the city failed to dampen the party spirit as revelers arrived. Alison Sargent has more

French farmers are threatening to choke off major motorways and blockade the capital to press their demands for better working conditions, in an intensifying standoff with the government. In recent weeks there have been a slew of protests in the European Union's largest agriculture producing country by farmers angry about insufficient income, red tape and environmental policies they say undermine their ability to compete with less stringent countries. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective... Читать дальше...

An Israeli document obtained Monday spelled out allegations against a dozen UN employees the country says participated in Hamas' Oct. 7 assault – claiming seven stormed into Israeli territory, including two who participated in kidnappings.

Energy deals in return for stopping migration. Italy's hard-right Giorgia Meloni hosts African leaders on Monday for talks on her long-trailed development plan for Africa, a "non-predatory" approach that critics warn favours European priorities and pockets.

French farmers will launch an indefinite "siege" of Paris beginning Monday, choking off major highways and moving toward the capital as they demand better working conditions.