In Normandy, France, a town remembers — and reminds Europeans and Americans of the lessons of a not-so-distant history
Some of the last surviving World War Two veterans gather in Normandy, France, next month, to mark the 1944 allied landings that began the country’s liberation from Nazi German control. But another war on Europe’s doorstep — in Ukraine — casts a dark shadow on this 80th anniversary of D-Day.
French lawmakers’ bid to expand voting rights for French residents on the Pacific archipelago sparks the worst unrest in decades
Moscow has cracked down on Russian media outlets that offer independent reporting on the war in Ukraine, prompting hundreds of journalists to flee. While in exile, these media workers have found ways to keep the news flowing into the country. For VOA News, Lisa Bryant has the story from Paris.
Survey by UNESCO, International Federation of Journalists finds most journalists covering green news have faced violence or attacks
As UNESCO marks World Press Freedom Day on May 3, we celebrate the dedication of journalists and independent media in delivering credible news to audiences in censored countries. This week on The Inside Story: World Press Freedom Day. #PressFreedom #TheInsideStory
Pro-Palestinian student protesters stage sit-ins, other efforts to change French policy in Middle East
Deal to insert Mediterranean island's 'autonomous' status faces an uncertain future
New leader talks of rupture with former colonial power, but signs point to moderate approach
The first nuclear energy summit is divisive, with critics saying it's the wrong path to take
'If we want peace, we must prepare for war,' top EU official warns as bloc prepares for summit in Brussels
European Commission proposals would cost billions, aim to pool procurement and invest at home
For decades, the ethnically mixed, working-class Paris suburb of Saint-Denis has faced a raft of negative stereotypes. But it's angling for a different image, when it welcomes part of this summer's Olympics, hoping not only for an urban facelift but lasting change. Lisa Bryant has the story.
France is poised to become the first country to inscribe the freedom for women to have abortions in its constitution. Lawmakers from the Senate and lower house will meet at Versailles Palace on March 4 for a final vote on the measure. Lisa Bryant reports.
EU states are stepping up defense spending, but not because of Paris
Hungary’s prime minister has long been a thorn in European Union’s side, his many critics say, with attacks on press freedom, judicial independence, immigration and LBGTQ rights
European environmental laws among top grievances, even as green activists say they are part of the solution
Milder winter weather, new energy sources and green transition drive EU's energy autonomy
Analysts and lawmakers suggest ways to reboot Paris' Africa strategy
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