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'Butcher of Hama': Assad's uncle Rifaat fled to Dubai, Lebanese officials say

An uncle of the recently ousted Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad has fled, via Lebanon, to the United Arab Emirates, according to Lebanese officials. Rifaat al-Assad, known as the “Butcher of Hama” for overseeing the violent suppression of a rebellion in the 1980s, has been accused of war crimes by Swiss prosecutors.

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In Morocco, the government proposes a revision of the Family Code

After two years of consultations, the Moroccan government unveiled on December 24th the outlines of its reform of the Family Code, including on the marriage of minors or inheritance. Here are the main measures announced.

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Azerbaijan's flag carrier suspends flights to more Russian cities following crash that killed 38

Azerbaijan's flag carrier announced Friday that it will suspend flights to several Russian airports, citing potential flight safety risks after a crash of one of its planes that many experts blamed on Russian air defense fire. Analysis by former FRANCE 24 correspondent in Moscow, Elena Volochine.

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Israeli forces raid north Gaza hospital, forcibly removing staff and patients

Israeli troops raided and torched the Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza on Friday forcing staff and patients, some of whom had to be unhooked from oxygen, to move to other locations, the Gaza health ministry said.

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Germany's president dissolves parliament, paving the way for snap election

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier dissolved parliament and confirmed the expected date of February 23rd for an early general election after the collapse of Olaf Scholz's government last month. Story by Camille Knight.

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Airline blames 'physical and technical interference' for Azerbaijani plane crash

Azerbaijan Airlines said Friday that the preliminary results of an investigation into the plane that crashed in Kazakhstan pointed to "physical and technical external interference", amid growing speculation it was hit by a Russian air defence system. Russia's aviation chief implied that Ukrainian combat drones may have caused the crash.

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What to know about South Korean acting President Han's impeachment

The impeachment of South Korea's acting President Han Duck-soo Friday has plunged the country into further political turmoil, coming less than two weeks after lawmakers impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol. Details by Eliza Herbert.

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For decades, Vegas was the world's wedding capital. Now, Denmark is stealing the spotlight. But what makes Denmark the ultimate wedding hotspot? Whether it's in Copenhagen or the dreamy island of Ærø, couples from around the globe flock to the northern European country for record-speed nuptials: just 5 days for paperwork and 10 minutes to […]

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Senegal PM Sonko seeks to repeal former president's amnesty law

Senegal's Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko plans on submitting legislation to repeal an amnesty granted by former president Macky Sall ahead of the March 2024 elections. Critics have accused the law of shielding those responsible for serious crimes – including homicide – from justice.

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Why has the price of chocolate risen so sharply in 2024?

Historic highs in the price of chocolate have been reached this year. Of late the price has dipped again a little - but it is expected to surge again in 2025, much of that cost likely to be passed eventually onto consumers. For more information, FRANCE 24’s Stuart Norval interviews Michel Arrion, International Cocoa Organization […]

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Learn more about Mariage Frères teas, with their Christmas Tea Club or their gourmet Afternoon Tea!

A gastronomic tour in Troyes with the Maison Maury, the Prunelle, the Maison Caffet, the BAM and Le Jardin restaurants, while staying at the Hotel De La Poste!

Have a stay in the Ker Moor Hotel in Saint-Quay-Portrieux, on the way to Saint-Brieuc and its amazing Maison Saint-Yves

From the Beauport Abbey, passing by the GwinZegal art center, until La Roche Jagu castle, discover the Côtes d’Armor through Les Minutes Bleues festival

Take some good time in Alsace at Le Parc Hôtel Obernai and its Yonaguni Spa, bordered by the Route des Vins

Why not diving into the Arcachon Bay, within Les 12 de Larros Hotel in Gujan-Mestras, nearby La Maison de l’Huître!

Honored at the Awards Esthétique Médicale 2024, adopt some pure argan oil cosmetics ritual from Dream Argan Paris

L’Évadé restaurant, a gastronomic address near Pigalle, entered into the Michelin Pantheon

Our new perfume selection for 2024 Xmas, with Karl Lagerfeld, Guess, État Libre d’Orange, Parfumeurs du Monde

ABK6 Cognac celebrates the Year of the Snake in 2025, with an exceptional limited edition

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