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14 July 2026
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National sovereignty equals 'sending gifts to US and China', former Italian PM Letta tells Euronews
14 July 2026
The former Italian prime minister tells Euronews that, to be able to compete with Washington and Beijing, the EU must keep a united front, adding that "the true battle is for European sovereignty".
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14 July 2026
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World leaders gather in Doha to honour Qatar's Father Emir Sheikh Hamad
14 July 2026
Leaders from Europe, Africa and Asia travelled to Doha to offer condolences to the royal family following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who served as Qatar's emir from 1995 until 2013.
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Euronews explains: can Hungary's PM Magyar really remove president Sulyok from office?
14 July 2026
Hungary's parliament has approved a constitutional amendment to remove President Tamás Sulyok from office, with Prime Minister Péter Magyar accusing him of being Orbán's puppet. But he refuses to resign and argues the move in unconstitutional. What happens next? Euronews explains:
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Hungary risks missing early Erasmus+ return despite EU promises
14 July 2026
Budapest may miss the September deadline to rejoin the programme unless it submits rule-of-law reforms to Brussels on schedule.
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Several reported dead after fire in lift shaft of Brussels construction site
14 July 2026
Local media reports say firefighters initially brought the blaze under control, but flames spread into a lift shaft, sparking a second fire and trapping people inside.
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ECB selects 36 payment providers for digital euro pilot as the project moves ahead
14 July 2026
The European Central Bank (ECB) has selected 36 payment service providers to help test the digital euro in a year-long pilot from 2027, marking the latest milestone in the EU's effort to create a digital form of central bank money while reducing reliance on foreign payment networks.
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Ukraine forces hit more than 100 Russian vessels in Sea of Azov in eight days
14 July 2026
Russia is looking for a way to redirect ships from the Sea of Azov after Ukrainian forces struck more than 100 Russian vessels — including oil tankers and cargo ships — in less than two weeks, isolating Moscow-occupied Crimea even more.
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Government reshuffle in Ukraine: Parliament dismisses Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko
14 July 2026
After Ukraine's parliament accepted the prime minister's resignation, the composition of the next wartime cabinet remains unclear. It is not yet known which ministers will retain their posts across key portfolios.
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Non-EU citizens most likely to have temporary and part-time work in the bloc
14 July 2026
Non-EU citizens in the bloc face higher rates of temporary and part-time jobs compared to EU nationals, with some countries showing greater disparities than others. What factors are behind it?
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'An open wound': Nice commemorates 10 years since terror attack
14 July 2026
French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday attended a solemn ceremony in Nice to mark the tenth anniversary of the July 14, 2016, terror attack on the city's Promenade des Anglais, which killed 86 people and injured more than 400. FRANCE 24's Mark Owen reports from Nice.
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War, talks, repeat: How to break the cycle between US and Iran?
14 July 2026
Who needs nuclear weapons when you’ve got the Strait of Hormuz? Sure, ordinary Iranians are far worse off than on February 28th when the US and Israel launched a war that killed the Supreme Leader on Day One but the Islamic Republic's since discovered it’s got leverage beyond its wildest dream and betting that Donald Trump’s threats of invasion are empty.
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Spain's 'Formidable Opponent': Rajoy credits France's football success to having 'no French players'
14 July 2026
Nadia Massih is pleased to welcome Dr Leon Moosavi, Sociologist of race and religion, and Reader in the Department of Sociology, Social Policy and Criminology at the University of Liverpool. Racism directed at the French national football team is often framed as a problem of sport, yet Dr. Moosavi argues that football merely provides a highly visible stage upon which much deeper political and social conflicts play out. Rather than viewing racist abuse against players such as Kylian Mbappé as isolated incidents or the actions of a few extremists, our guest describes these attacks within wider debates over national identity, immigration, belonging, and the normalization of extremist rhetoric and exclusionary political discourse across many Western democracies.
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Fontainebleau forest fires: blazes south of Paris 'contained' but not extinguished, prefect says
14 July 2026
Two fires that have burned just over 2,000 hectares since Sunday in the Fontainebleau Forest south of Paris, have been "contained", even though they are not extinguished, the local prefect said Tuesday evening. "Contained means they are confined within their perimeter," explained Prefect Pierre Ory, noting that firefighters will still need to remain on the scene for days, if not weeks. FRANCE 24's Catherine Norris-Trent reports.
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Mahmoud Khalil files lawsuit accusing Trump officials, pro-Israel groups of conspiracy
14 July 2026
Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University student who became the face of the Trump administration's crackdown on Palestinian rights demonstrators, filed a lawsuit in federal court Tuesday. The lawsuit alleges senior Trump administration officials, pro-Israel group the Heritage Foundation and online surveillance groups Canary Mission and Betar conspired against him.
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‘My heart is on fire’: Fontainebleau forest blaze leaves community reeling
14 July 2026
As wildfires tear through the Fontainebleau forest south of Paris, residents describe their fear and disbelief. Locals spoke to FRANCE 24 about their connection to the woodland and how the blaze is reshaping a place they called home.
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France vs Spain live: World Cup favourites take on European champions in crunch semi-final
14 July 2026
A place in the World Cup final is at stake as Kylian Mbappé’s France face Lamine Yamal’s Spain at the Dallas Stadium on Bastille Day, in a mouthwatering clash of styles pitting the tournament’s most formidable attacking armada against its smoothest midfield and stingiest defence. Follow our live, minute-by-minute match commentary.
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How jihadist groups like Boko Haram use AI for acts of terror
14 July 2026
A report published by Cambridge University features in-depth interviews with dozens of former members of Nigeria’s Boko Haram explaining how the jihadist group has used artificial intelligence to improve its ability to carry out terror attacks since 2023. Experts say they are unlikely to be the only ones.
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Firefighters battle flames in Fontainebleau historic forest
14 July 2026
Wildfires are tearing through parts of France, with authorities pointing to suspected arson. Police have arrested two individuals in connection with the massive blaze in Fontainebleau, which has already scorched over 1,900 hectares, sending the small town into panic. Story by Caitlin Brown.
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Pogacar wins Tour de France 10th stage in Bastille Day showdown
14 July 2026
Slovenian four-time champion Tadej Pogacar made a solo attack Tuesday to claim victory on stage 10 of the Tour de France in a Bastille Day showdown, extending his overall lead ahead of Jonas Vingegaard to three minutes and 36 seconds.
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San Francisco’s Best New Hotels Prove the City Still Knows How to Host
14 July 2026
The City by the Bay took its hits during the pandemic, but its latest wave of glamorous boutiques, historic revivals and polished new stays makes a strong case for checking back in.
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Can Magnus Resch’s A.I. App Crack the Art Market’s Transparency Problem?
14 July 2026
"No human advisor can continuously monitor the entire art market. A.I. can... It gives people access to information and discovery tools that were previously available only to insiders."
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‘The Odyssey”s Early Data Confirms Christopher Nolan’s Star Power
14 July 2026
Christopher Nolan’s unmatched star power is turning The Odyssey into a major theatrical event, with audience demand already surging.
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Where to Find L.A.’s Most Distinctive Omakase Experiences
14 July 2026
From Tsukiji-trained chefs and kaiseki menus to wine-paired nigiri and boba-topped bites, these L.A. sushi counters prove omakase has range.
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Faig Ahmed Weaves Azerbaijan’s Past Into Its Future in Venice
14 July 2026
For the country’s national pavilion, the artist reimagines the carpet as a living technology, bridging centuries-old craft, mysticism, neuroscience and quantum physics.
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In DATALAND, Refik Anadol Has Built a Museum That Learns From Its Audience
13 July 2026
While you watch the artwork, the artwork watches you.
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UNESCO’s A.I. Report Considers How Technology Can Serve Culture
13 July 2026
The organization's investigation into A.I. and culture frames artificially intelligent technologies as both an opportunity and a threat.
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Where to Eat in Silicon Valley, According to the Local Chefs Who Cook There
13 July 2026
Local chefs from some of Silicon Valley’s most notable restaurants reveal their favorite South Bay spots, from Vietnamese noodles to fine dining and family-friendly pizza.
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At the Grand Palais, Laure Prouvost Translates Quantum Physics Into Something You Can Feel
13 July 2026
"Nous, frissons d'étoiles" turns quantum physics into a poetic, bodily experience that asks visitors to engage with entanglement, uncertainty and the continuity between humans, nature and matter.
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When the Future Came to City Hall: The Forgotten Blueprint for A.I. Governance
13 July 2026
MIT Museum’s Michael John Gorman revists the landmark 1976 Cambridge recombinant DNA debate to argue that today's A.I. governance challenges are less unprecedented than they seem. Gorman contends that democratic deliberation is the missing ingredient in governing transformative technologies.
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14 July 2026
United Kingdom - Discover all the articles, videos and infographics in the United Kingdom section on Le Monde.fr.
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UK police reverse course, launch terror probe into killing of ex-MP Ann Widdecombe
14 July 2026
Days after saying there was no evidence of terrorism, British authorities say new information has led counter-terrorism officers to take over the investigation into the killing of the former Conservative minister, which is now being described as a targeted attack.
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UK announces £250 million in funding to protect Jewish community after spate of anti-semitic attacks
13 July 2026
The package includes additional police officers, anti-terrorism units and educational programs aimed at fighting anti-semitism.
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Police arrest 28-year-old suspect over killing of UK politician
12 July 2026
Former Conservative MP Ann Widdecombe, 78, was found dead with 'serious injuries' on Thursday at her home in Devon, southwest England, according to police. The suspect was arrested in South Yorkshire on Saturday. Another man, aged 26, was detained on Friday but has since been released from custody and dismissed from the investigation.
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England defeats Norway 2-1 in extra time, sliding into World Cup semis
12 July 2026
England will face Argentina on Wednesday for the chance to reach a first World Cup final in 60 years.
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UK police investigate Reform donations, report says
11 July 2026
Reform, an anti-immigration group that has led the ruling Labour Party in opinion polls for well over a year, is facing intense scrutiny over several alleged undeclared donations. The Times reported that London's Metropolitan police is investigating some £500,000 ($670,000) in donations from Fiona Cottrell, a wealthy aristocrat.
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UK police release man arrested in murder investigation into ex-MP's death
10 July 2026
After ex-MP Ann Widdecombe, a far-right Reform party member who campaigned for Brexit, was found dead on Thursday, police announced a probe into the 'suspicious death.' A man arrested in connection with her death was released on Saturday.
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Niel to become Vodafone's largest shareholder with €5.1 billion investment
10 July 2026
The deal, which is still pending regulatory approval, could allow French tycoon Xavier Niel to strengthen his influence in the British and European telecommunications sector.
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Bayeux Tapestry arrives at British Museum for historic loan
10 July 2026
'It's a unique moment and it's the product of so much hard work,' said British Museum Director Nicholas Cullinan. The tapestry will be on display at the London museum from September 10, 2026, to July 11, 2027.
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British Museum director on Bayeux Tapestry loan: 'A gesture of confidence, friendship and, above all, trust'
10 July 2026
France has just delivered the Bayeux Tapestry to the United Kingdom, where it will remain on display until 2027. The unprecedented gesture crowns 1,000 years of shared history, writes Nicholas Cullinan, director of the British Museum.
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Burnham on track to become next UK PM as hundreds of Labour MPs back leadership bid
10 July 2026
Andy Burnham has vowed to bring about a significant rebalance of power in the UK. In the absence of a contest, the MP will be crowned Labour leader and prime minister in waiting on July 17.
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14 July 2026
Europe - Discover all the articles, videos and infographics in the Europe section on Le Monde.fr.
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Hungarian parliament votes to remove president in controversial constitutional reform
14 July 2026
Initiated by the party of Prime Minister Péter Magyar, the reform, which includes the immediate termination of President Tamas Sulyok's term, also bars two-thirds of Fidesz MPs from running for Parliament in the next elections, set for 2030.
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France's Bastille Day parade: 'Coalition of the Willing' demonstrates unity and solidarity with Ukraine
14 July 2026
Five hundred soldiers from Germany, Australia, Canada, Romania, the United Kingdom, Poland and Ukraine are set to join French troops in a parade designed as a 'strategic signal' to Moscow.
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Macron and Zelensky, a special relationship marked by misunderstandings
14 July 2026
Ukrainian soldiers will join France's annual Bastille Day military parade in Paris on Tuesday, July 14. French President Emmanuel Macron and his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky will stand together in a sign of Paris's support for Kyiv, but their relationship has not always been so straightforward.
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UK police reverse course, launch terror probe into killing of ex-MP Ann Widdecombe
14 July 2026
Days after saying there was no evidence of terrorism, British authorities say new information has led counter-terrorism officers to take over the investigation into the killing of the former Conservative minister, which is now being described as a targeted attack.
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EU eyes phased social media access for children, stops short of outright ban
13 July 2026
Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen said the EU should introduce 'age-appropriate restrictions' allowing children gradual access to social media from age 13.
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France sanctions Russian elite cyberespionage unit 'Turla'
13 July 2026
France accused Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) of a series of cyberattacks targeting French ministries and a research institute working on sensitive subjects. The Russian ambassador to France will be summoned in the coming days.
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'Thank you, dear Hungary, for proving that anything is always possible'
13 July 2026
Jean-Baptiste Chastand, Le Monde's Central Europe correspondent, writes a letter to this 'hostile and surprising' country he has covered for more than 10 years.
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France to summon Russian ambassador over FSB-orchestrated cyber campaign
13 July 2026
The attacks targeted government ministries, rail operators and private companies with the aim of 'capturing information or sabotaging operations.'
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UK announces £250 million in funding to protect Jewish community after spate of anti-semitic attacks
13 July 2026
The package includes additional police officers, anti-terrorism units and educational programs aimed at fighting anti-semitism.
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Evacuees allowed to return home after deadly wildfire in Spain stabilizes
13 July 2026
Around 600 people who evacuated from the fire zone in Spain's Almeria province returned home late on Saturday, while the remaining 1,000 evacuees will now be able to do the same in stages, head of the regional government of Andalusia, Juan Manuel Moreno, told reporters on Sunday. The wildfire has killed at least 13.
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