Philip Turle
Coverage of Philip Turle in the Nexus archive.
- Iran ramps up regional pressure after renewed US strikes
Iran increased regional pressure by targeting US allies and threatening American bases after US strikes during Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's funeral. Despite Donald Trump's claim that the ceasefire is over, backchannel talks may continue as neither side can afford prolonged conflict, especially with US midterm elections approaching.
- 'The US and Iran don't want a return to full-scale warfare, but neither can appear to be the loser'
The US launched a second round of strikes on Iran on July 8 after President Donald Trump announced the ceasefire with Tehran was over at the NATO summit. Iran accused the US of targeting civilian infrastructure, including railway bridges, and labeled the attacks a 'gross war crime'.
- New wave of coordinated rebel attacks hits Mali
Jihadists and their separatist Tuareg allies launched coordinated attacks in Mali, targeting multiple towns and a prison. The attacks occurred months after a previous assault that weakened the country's military junta.
- 'Trump not going to give up easily' on bid to restrict birthright citizenship despite SCOTUS stop
The US Supreme Court rejected President Donald Trump's attempt to restrict birthright citizenship on June 30, blocking a key part of his anti-immigration policy. Trump had previously signed an executive order on his first day in office to deny automatic citizenship to children born in the US to parents in the country illegally or on temporary visas. The decision was reported as significant by FRANCE 24's Philip Turle.
- As heatwave sweeps across Europe, UN urges AI firms to 'come clean' on environmental footprint
UN chief Antonio Guterres urged AI firms to disclose their environmental footprint and criticized fossil fuels for driving climate and energy crises amid a European heatwave. A UN study highlighted that AI facilities will consume more electricity than all but 10 countries by 2025.
- Change of UK PM likely 'a passing of the crown' while early general election unlikely
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is stepping down as Labour Party leader but will remain caretaker PM until a new leader is selected. Andy Burnham is the likely successor after winning the Makerfield byelection.
- What to know about Keir Starmer's successful rival, newly-elected Andy Burnham
Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election and called for fundamental changes in Britain's economy, immigration, education, and industry. The election, under intense scrutiny, provided him the opportunity to challenge PM Keir Starmer for party leadership.
- France looks to exchange its 'support to Iran deal with increased US support to Ukraine'
France is seeking to exchange its 'support to Iran deal with increased US support to Ukraine'. Macron aims to secure enhanced US backing for Ukraine and the reinstatement of US sanctions on Russia and Putin during a June 17 dinner at Versailles.
- As crises mount, how long can UK's Starmer survive?
British Defence Secretary John Healey resigned, accusing Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the Treasury of insufficient funding for the armed forces. The resignation intensifies pressure on Starmer ahead of a by-election, compounded by anti-immigration riots in Belfast and growing far-right support.
- Armenia's parliamentary election a vote on nation's 'geopolitical future'
Armenians voted in a parliamentary election viewed as a test of the government's efforts to secure a peace deal after a military defeat by Azerbaijan. The election is considered a vote on Armenia's geopolitical future and its shifting ties with Russia, influenced by the war in Ukraine.
- A look back at French former first lady Bernadette Chirac's legacy
Bernadette Chirac, the former first lady of France who spent 12 years at the Élysée Palace from 1995 to 2007 beside President Jacques Chirac, built her own political power base in rural France and weathered his infidelities with humor before her death at 93. FRANCE 24's Philip Turle analyzed her legacy.
- Californian elections test for divided Democrats on pivotal primary election day
US primaries are being held in six states, with outcomes shaping the November midterms by determining ballot candidates. A key race is in California, where candidates aim to replace term-limited Gavin Newsom.
- Trump says Iran talks moving fast despite threat to widen war
US President Donald Trump stated that talks with Iran are progressing rapidly despite Tehran's threats to widen the conflict by blocking the Strait of Hormuz and using regional pressure points. Iran suspended dialogue with mediators due to Israel's offensive in Lebanon, but Trump claimed to have convinced Israel and Iran-backed Hezbollah to de-escalate tensions.
- Is Israel's seizure of Lebanon castle really a 'dramatic shift'?
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed the capture of Lebanon's Beaufort castle as a 'dramatic shift' in the campaign against Hezbollah. France 24's Philip Turle argued the seizure is largely symbolic with limited strategic importance.
- Iran looking to 'buy time to rebuild its military' amid talks to end war
Iran accused the United States of breaching a ceasefire and threatened retaliation after US strikes targeted Iranian missile sites and mine-laying boats. Despite tensions, the US claims a deal is near, with an Iranian delegation in Qatar finalizing a 14-point framework to end the war.
- US anxious to come to deal with Iran asTehran seeks release of frozen assets
The US conducted strikes in Iran, the first since a ceasefire began, amid fragile negotiations. The US seeks to end the war due to growing domestic opposition ahead of midterms, while Iran accuses the US of violating the ceasefire and demands the unfreezing of its assets.