Russia: Concern over the fate of Laurent Vinatier
Moscow is reportedly demanding the lifting of sanctions against Russian artists, including singer Polina Gagarina, who is reputed to be very close to the Kremlin.
Geopolitics
Julian Assange is now “free”
The whistleblower and founder of Wikileaks has reached a settlement with the US justice system.
Solidarity with Gaza extends to French universities
French universities are increasingly mobilizing in support of the Palestinian cause and against Israel’s actions in Gaza. The movement that began at Sciences Po Paris has spread to several cities.
For Iran, Israel is not invincible
Iran’s historic attack on Israel on the night of April 13-14, 2024 showed that the Hebrew state and its allies would not last long in the face of high-intensity aggression. Here’s why.
Iranian drones and missiles against Israel
Last night Iran launched a massive drone and missile attack against Israel in retaliation for the Hebrew state’s attack on the Iranian consulate in Damascus. So far, no casualties have been reported. But the risk of escalation is worrying the international community.
Gaza : genocide behind closed doors
More than 33,000 dead in 175 days of shelling by the Israeli army, more than 75,000 wounded. Doctors’ testimonies describe the daily atrocities. “You can’t say you didn’t know…” writes Marie-Paule Fristot of collectifbds57.
Vigipirate plan in “Urgence attentat” mode
“Given the Islamic State’s claim to responsibility for the attack and the threats facing our country, we have decided to raise the Vigipirate posture to its highest level: urgence attentat” (Gabriel Attal).
Moscow : 133 dead and terrorists arrested
Vladimir Putin said on television that the four direct perpetrators of the Crocus City Hall attack had been arrested on their way to Ukraine.
Islamic State claims responsibility for Moscow attack
The Kalashnikov attack on a concert hall and hypermarket on the outskirts of Moscow left at least 40 people dead and over a hundred injured.
Ukraine : Will France go to war?
After Emmanuel Macron’s comments about sending “the guys to Odessa”, Russia retorts that French soldiers will be “priority targets” for Moscow.
Storm warning in the Pacific
A “feud” between two powerful businessmen causes a stir.
World famous Journalist Julian Assange fights for a new appeal and release from prison
Hearings took place in the High Court in London this week to decide whether Julian Assange should be allowed to make a new appeal against his extradition to the United States.