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'Lost in Translation': mixed messages between Paris and Washington over Mali
25/01/2013 - IN THE WORLD PAPERS

'Lost in Translation': mixed messages between Paris and Washington over Mali

The Wall Street Journal Europe reports on what it says is a "trans-Atlantic disconnect" in the Western world's security plan, with a breakdown in communication between Paris and Washington over Mali. We also look at sabre-rattling in Korea, and at the Pentagon's decision to allow US women onto the frontline.
North Korea warns of nuclear test 'targeting US'
24/01/2013 - NORTH KOREA

North Korea warns of nuclear test 'targeting US'

North Korea’s top military body on Thursday said it plans to conduct rocket launches and a nuclear test targeting its “sworn enemy” the United States. The threat comes one day after UN sanctions condemned North Korea’s missile activity.
'Followed by North Korea'
10/01/2013 - MEDIAWATCH FRANCE

'Followed by North Korea'

North Korea's official Twitter account follows just three lucky people. We take a look at who they are. But first, three Kurdish women including a co-founder of the Kurdistan Worker's Party (PKK) are gunned down in Paris, leading to lots of reaction on social media. Finally, we look at two French news stories that shocked many this week.
Google’s chairman visits North Korea
08/01/2013 - WEBNEWS

Google’s chairman visits North Korea

Google’s chairman takes a controversial trip to North Korea. Meanwhile, a new political group in Spain promises to "reinitiate the system". And the White House relives Barack Obama’s 2012 in pictures.
Google chairman begins controversial North Korean visit
07/01/2013 - NORTH KOREA

Google chairman begins controversial North Korean visit

Google Executive Chairman Eric Schmidt on Monday arrived in North Korea on a private visit, despite apprehension from the US government over the timing of the trip. He is the highest-profile US executive to visit the communist nation.
What would happen in a post-Chavez Venezuela?
03/01/2013 - IN THE WORLD PAPERS

What would happen in a post-Chavez Venezuela?

IN THE WORLD PAPERS, 03/01/13: Venezuelan papers focus on Hugo Chavez's waning health. Meanwhile, El Pais predicts the army would follow the "Egyptian scenario" in a post-Chavez Venezuela. International papers also react to North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un's New Year's address.
North Korean leader calls for end to “confrontation” with South
01/01/2013 - NORTH KOREA

North Korean leader calls for end to “confrontation” with South

In the first televised New Year address by a North Korean leader in 19 years, Kim Jong-un called for the end of “confrontation between the north and the south” of the Korean peninsula. The two Koreas never signed a treaty to end the 1950-1953 war.
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The best of FRANCE 24’s special reports in 2012
28/12/2012 - REPORTERS

The best of FRANCE 24’s special reports in 2012

In 2012, France 24 brought you dozens of great reports: Caught in the crossfire in Colombia; a story of hope for democracy in Burma; the fading American dream in Las Vegas; the revival of "made in France". Wherever news was breaking, France 24 was there. We take a look back at some of this year's highlights.
North Korean rocket 'could have reached US'
23/12/2012 - NORTH KOREA

North Korean rocket 'could have reached US'

A North Korean rocket launched earlier this month has shown that the country has likely developed the technology to fire a warhead more than 10,000 km, theoretically putting the US West Coast within range, South Korean officials warned on Sunday.
Pregnancy rumours swirl at Kim Jong-il's memorial
17/12/2012 - NORTH KOREA

Pregnancy rumours swirl at Kim Jong-il's memorial

North Korea marked one year since the death of leader Kim Jong-il on Monday and celebrated a successful rocket launch last week as images of successor Kim Jong-un’s wife appeared to confirm suspicions that the couple are expecting their first child.
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