Jorgen Watne Frydnes, Chair of the Norwegian Nobel Committee, joined FRANCE 24 shortly after announcing the Nobel Peace Prize winner, Maria Corina Machado. Frydnes discussed Machado’s tireless efforts as a leader of the democratic movement in Venezuela and explained the Committee’s selection process. This year’s choice highlights, according to him, a brave and courageous individual who embodies the core values of the prize.| International news from the Americas - France 24
Letitia James, New York’s Attorney General, is the latest high-profile figure targeted by former US President Donald Trump, who has vowed to seek revenge through investigations. James drew Trump’s ire during his first term after suing him for allegedly building his business empire through fraud by inflating his wealth—a claim a jury later upheld. In response, the Trump administration accuses James of committing fraud herself by misclassifying a property she owns as a secondary home for ...| International news from the Americas - France 24
Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for promoting democratic rights in her country and her struggle to achieve a transition to democracy, the Norwegian Nobel Committee said on October 10, 2025.| International news from the Americas - France 24
Peruvian lawmakers ousted President Dina Boluarte just after midnight Friday, ending a turbulent term marked by protests, corruption investigations, and rising crime. Following the vote, 38-year-old legislature head Jose Jeri took over as interim president, promising to lead until elections in April 2026.| International news from the Americas - France 24
Authorities investigating the deadly Palisades Fire that tore through an affluent Los Angeles suburb in January said Wednesday they had arrested a man who they believe started the blaze. Jonathan Rinderknecht, 29, was taken into custody in Florida, on suspicion of destruction of property by means of fire, Acting United States Attorney Bill Essayli said. FRANCE 24's Wassim Cornet reports from Los Angeles.| International news from the Americas - France 24
These are the striking images of the moment protesters targeted President #Noboa’s #motorcade during a tense indigenous demonstration in southern #Ecuador.| International news from the Americas - France 24
The government shutdown stalemate continues into a new week with no clear resolution, as both parties blame each other for the funding lapse. On Monday, two competing Senate measures to fund the government and end the shutdown failed for the fifth time. Senate Republicans are trying to gain Democratic backing for a House-approved bill to fund the government until November 21, while Democratic leaders insist that any funding deal must include an extension of health insurance tax credits. Bryan...| International news from the Americas - France 24
Ecuadorean President Daniel Noboa’s car was surrounded by about 500 protesters hurling rocks as he arrived for an event in Canar province, a minister said on Tuesday, adding there were “signs of bullet damage” on the vehicle. Noboa was unharmed and five people were detained, the minister added. Ellen Gainsford reports.| International news from the Americas - France 24
President Donald Trump’s move to deploy federalized National Guard troops to cities led by Democrats has sparked a wave of legal battles, with the administration claiming the action is necessary to combat lawlessness and support ICE in enforcing its broad immigration agenda. As part of this effort, Texas National Guard members, mobilized under Trump’s orders, have arrived at a military facility near Chicago to undergo legal and crowd control training in preparation for potential future as...| France 24
