Новости за 14.03.2024

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is expected to visit Iraq later this year but no date has yet been announced. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Defence Minister Yasar Guler and intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin attended the talks with their Iraqi counterparts. "We discussed a wide range of bilateral and regional issues, and the upcoming visit," the Iraqi minister said on X, formerly Twitter. "We stressed the need to strengthen cooperation in the fields of security, trade, energy, water... Читать дальше...

Mustafa's appointment comes less than three weeks after his predecessor, Mohammed Shtayyeh, resigned, citing the need for change after the Hamas attack of October 7 triggered war with Israel in Gaza. The 69-year-old now faces the task of forming a new government for the Palestinian Authority, which has limited powers in parts of the Israeli-occupied West Bank. Mustafa, who studied at George Washington University in Washington, is an independent executive committee member of the Palestine Liberation... Читать дальше...

Schauffele fired a bogey-free, seven-under par 65 and was level with McIlroy atop the US PGA Tour leaderboard after 18 holes at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. "It's always nice to go bogey-free round at Sawgrass," Schauffele said after his lowest-ever round at the famed course. "Just got a couple good breaks, made a couple of nice putts and all in all a good start." The 30-year-old American, who hasn't won since the 2022 Scottish Open, found nine of 14 fairways in his first bogey-free round of 15 at the Players. Читать дальше...

"I hope you have already thought about their punishment," the Brazilian said on X, mentioning the official accounts of the Champions League and European football's governing body UEFA. In his message, the 23-year-old relays a video where Atletico supporters can be heard chanting racist abuse on front of the Metropolitano stadium in Madrid. "It's a sad reality that happens even during matches where I am not present," Vinicius added in the same message. The Brazilian international has faced racial abuse since he joined Real in 2018. Читать дальше...

Gatland's first spell as Wales coach from 2007 to 2019 yielded four Six Nations titles, including three Grand Slams, and two World Cup semi-final appearances. He returned for a second stint after replacing Wayne Pivac, his fellow New Zealander, ahead of last season's Six Nations, with Wales finishing fifth in the table. But if Wales fail to beat Italy in Cardiff, they will end the tournament at the foot of the table for the first time since 2003, when another New Zealander, Steve Hansen, was at the helm. Читать дальше...

The investigation by the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) concluded that the shelling of "clearly identifiable journalists" violated both international law and the UN Security Council resolution which ended the devastating 2006 war in Lebanon between Israel and Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah. Two Israeli shells hit the group in quick succession as they were working near the border village of Alma al-Shaab on October 13, killing Reuters journalist Issam Abdallah, 37, and wounding two other Reuters journalists... Читать дальше...

Teahupoo, sent off at 5/4, loomed up alongside long-time leader Flooring Porter heading to the final hurdle of the three-mile race, before pulling away to win under Jack Kennedy. There was relief for Irish trainer Gordon Elliott, as he finally secured his first win of the week after several near-misses. "It's great to get a winner. We have hit the crossbar a few times this week but to win this is unbelievable," Elliott said. "I am delighted for the whole team. "It has been a long couple of days but the horses have been running well. Читать дальше...

The Lions announced Thursday that Campbell, general manager Brad Holmes and special assistant Chris Spielman had all signed contract extensions. "We're thrilled to have Brad and Dan under contract for the next four seasons," Lions owner Sheila Hamp said. "They have been the driving force behind the rebuild of our football team and the success we have enjoyed. The continuity they provide for our football program will continue to be the key to our future success on the field." In his third season as head coach... Читать дальше...

Her visit in the northern state of Minnesota is part of Harris's nationwide tour highlighting reproductive rights following the Supreme Court's 2022 reversal of the nationwide right to abortion. A White House official said that Harris, while in the twin cities of Minneapolis-Saint Paul, would "visit a health center that provides a range of reproductive care including abortion, birth control, and preventative wellness services." The Democrat would "walk through the facility with the clinic provider... Читать дальше...

At least 60 people died on a migrant boat that lost power as it tried to reach Europe from Libya, an aid group said Thursday, citing accounts from those rescued.

"It is very difficult from a psychological and physical viewpoint to take part in two competitions like that one after the other, in the summer, without having any holiday," Deschamps admitted on Thursday. The France coach confirmed that some members of his squad for the European Championship are likely to also feature in the Olympics squad, which will be named by Thierry Henry. However, Deschamps said the Euro "remains the priority" and that the identities of those players featuring at the Olympics... Читать дальше...

CNews, often described as France's answer to Fox News, is owned by one of the country's most powerful businessmen, Vincent Bollore, a conservative billionaire who runs the telecoms behemoth Vivendi. Along with controversial talkshows on sister channel C8, CNews reflects a rightwards shift in French politics, often airing views against immigration, Islamism and "woke" leftists, and promoting "traditional" family values. On-air statements -- such as blaming a rise in bed bugs on immigrants or a... Читать дальше...

A proposal to install new leadership in Haiti appeared to be crumbling Wednesday as some political parties rejected the plan to create a presidential council that would manage the transition.

SpaceX’s mega rocket blasted off on another test flight Thursday and made it farther than two previous attempts, but the spacecraft was lost as it descended back to Earth.

At a hospital in the holy city of Qom, a young woman squats in a corner with a sick child in her arms. Her headscarf has slipped down to her shoulder revealing her hair, and a mullah is seen using his phone nearby. Surveillance video of the scene published on March 9 has caused a furore in Iran, with women angrily accusing the mullah of planning to denounce the mother for hijab violations on a special app created by the Islamic regime. Users supporting the regime have labelled the mother a “bitch”... Читать дальше...

The remarks from Chuck Schumer, the highest-ranking elected Jewish American in history and the head of the chamber's Democratic majority, came amid increased pressure from President Joe Biden over the mounting death toll in the conflict. "At this critical juncture, I believe a new election is the only way to allow for a healthy and open decision-making process about the future of Israel, at a time when so many Israelis have lost their confidence in the vision and direction of their government,"... Читать дальше...

Tedesco, 38, was appointed as the successor to Roberto Martinez after the 2022 World Cup and led Belgium through an unbeaten qualifying campaign for Euro 2024. "He had a fantastic qualifying campaign with a new-look team," said Piet Vandendriessche, chief executive of the Belgian football association. The contract announcement at the Herge museum, named after Tintin's creator, coincided with the launch of a new kit designed using the colours of the intrepid reporter's favourite outfit. Tintin... Читать дальше...

President Vladimir Putin on Thursday called on Russians to vote in upcoming presidential elections to show their patriotism. Russia holds a presidential vote on March 15-17 that is all but certain to hand Putin, who has ruled the country since the turn of the century, another six-year term.

Farrell admitted the Irish could have no complaints their 11 match Six Nations winning run and hopes of historic back to back Grand Slams had been ended as they had been beaten by the better team. Nevertheless their three previous victories had been so dominant Farrell believes they deserve another chance and gain their reward in emulating his predecessor Joe Schmidt, in 2014/15, with successive titles. The only changes to the matchday 23 comes on the replacements bench with Farrell opting for a 5/3 forwards-backs split. Читать дальше...

The 24-year-old Diaby, who has six goals in 39 appearances for Villa this season, last played for France in a Euro 2024 qualifier in Ireland in March last year. He benefits from the absence due to injury of Bayern Munich's Kingsley Coman and Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku, and is preferred in the squad to Paris Saint-Germain prospect Bradley Barcola, who misses out. Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate and Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouemani are also among the players brought back in after injury, in... Читать дальше...

Spain’s Parliament approved on Thursday a controversial amnesty bill aimed at forgiving crimes — both proven and alleged — committed by Catalan separatists during a chaotic attempt to hold an independence referendum in the region six years ago.

Whether they're called a "chocolatine" or a "pain au chocolat", a "pain au raisin" or an "escargot", French pastries are meant to taste good! In this edition we explore some of the often confusing – and even potentially embarrassing – terms for French baked goods. We also discover how madeleines were not Marcel Proust's initial choice for his famed novel's voyage back in time.

Goalkeeper Jan Oblak's heroics in Atletico Madrid's shoot-out win over last season's runners-up Inter Milan on Wednesday -- after the Spanish club came from behind in their last-16 tie -- followed Arsenal's triumph on penalties against Porto a day earlier. Tuesday also saw Barcelona deliver a rousing performance to see off Napoli and make it through to the quarter-finals for the first time since their 8-2 annihilation at the hands of Bayern Munich in 2020 in Lisbon, at the height of the Covid crisis. Читать дальше...

The forced closure of businesses and construction of a new bypass diverting traffic from the town of about 7,000 people has choked off economic activity, driving merchants to despair. "Huwara, it's over. There is no future," butcher Nidal Jbour told AFP this week, standing in front of the bloody carcasses of cows and sheep hanging from hooks. His shop is located on Route 60, which crosses from north to south through the centre of town. Like around 500 other traders located along the road, Jbour... Читать дальше...