French President Emmanuel Macron replaces US counterpart Joe Biden as chief guest for R-day parade next year

EU elections: French far-right candidate launches his campaign but avoids confrontation

Just hours after Macron's Europe speech, the head of the French far-right party Jordan Bardella called for a last-minute press conference on Thursday in Paris, unveiling his campaign for the European elections… but refused to answer questions.

International News Wrap EP 7: Pro-Palestine Rallies Rock US, Macron Warns Europe and More | Oneindia

The most recent developments worldwide are covered in today's International News Wrap, from Macron's thought-provoking comments about Europe's future to the pro-Palestine demonstrations that rattled the US House Speaker and New York Police. #israelhamaswar #israelhamaslivenews #israelhamaswargazalatestnews #israelhamasnews #israelhamaswarnews #israelhamasupdate #israelhamaswarmap #israelhamaswargazatoday#Oneinda #Oneindia news ~HT.178~ED.194~GR.124~

'Europe is mortal,' Macron warns as he calls for more EU unity and sovereignty in landmark speech

The 27-country bloc needs to urgently rethink its defence and economic models to not fall behind its rivals, the French leader said.

'Europe could die': Macron urges stronger defences, economic reforms

REPLAY: French President Macron's speech on the EU

Biden calls for release of journalist at Correspondents' dinner

At a media dinner in Washington on Saturday night, US President Joe Biden used his opportunity at the podium to to call on foreign governments to release detained journalists and roast his presumptive Republican running-mate Donald Trump over his age and literary tastes.

Indian Navy's Heroic Rescue Mission: Saves 23 Pakistanis from Hijacked Iranian Ship | Oneindia News

Witness the incredible bravery of the Indian Navy as they intercept and rescue 23 Pakistani crew members from a hijacked Iranian fishing vessel, FV AI-Kambar. Join us as we delve into the daring operation conducted by INS Sumedha on March 29, showcasing the unwavering commitment of the Indian Navy to maritime security and safeguarding lives in the vast expanse of the Indian Ocean. #IndianNavy #IndianNavyMission #IndianNavyRescue #IndianNavyRescuePakistanis #IranianShip #HijackedIranianShip #ShipHijack #IndianOcean #INSSumedha #Oneindia

WATCH: Aftermath of deadly cyclone Gamane in Madagascar

The storm killed 18 people and left four missing after making landfall on the north of the Indian Ocean island nation earlier this week, authorities said on Friday.

Cyclone Gamane: Tropical storm strikes Madagascar, thousands affected| Multiple casualties| Oneindia

Northern Madagascar has been devastated by Cyclone Gamane, with officials confirming a toll of at least 11 fatalities and the destruction of countless homes. Originally expected to bypass the island as it grazed the Indian Ocean, the cyclone veered off course, unleashing its fury on the Vohemar district in the wee hours of Wednesday morning. #CycloneGamane #TropicalStormGamane #CycloneGamaneMadagascar #MadagacarCyclone #CycloneGamaneBattersMadagascar #CycloneGamaneUpdate #MadagascarNews #CycloneGamaneNews ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.101~GR.124~

SpaceX's Third Test of Its Starship Succeeds Ahead of Crewed Lunar Mission

SpaceX's Third Test of Its , Starship Succeeds Ahead, of Crewed Lunar Mission. 'The Independent' reports that SpaceX's third test of its Starship has ended successfully, with the spacecraft falling to Earth somewhere in the Indian ocean. . The successful test follows two failed tests which lasted only a few moments before ultimately exploding. The third test saw the Starship successfully launch, separate from its booster, arrive in space, open its payload door and then fly halfway around the Earth. This means that the test successfully accomplished all of the major tests SpaceX had laid out prior to launch. Starship is the largest and most powerful rocket ever built, with a towering height of 397 feet. . CEO Elon Musk said prior to launch that the company had made thousands of upgrades and fixes to improve the chances of a successful test. CEO Elon Musk said prior to launch that the company had made thousands of upgrades and fixes to improve the chances of a successful test. The spacecraft launched from the southern tip of Texas near the Mexican border. . The spacecraft launched from the southern tip of Texas near the Mexican border. . The test flight outperformed previous tests, reaching an altitude of 100 miles and nearing orbital speed. 'The Independent' reports that NASA is heavily invested in the success of Starship, as the spacecraft plays an integral role in the agency's plan to return astronauts to the moon. The highly anticipated missions will mark the first crewed missions to the moon since last century's Apollo program.

Chinese Surveillance Ships in the Indian Ocean Spark Speculations About their Agenda | Oneindia News

Discover the latest developments in the Indian Ocean as Chinese surveillance vessels, Xiang Yang Hong 01 and Xiang Yang Hong 03, make their presence known. While one ship heads towards Colombo, the other is docked at Male. Stay tuned for insights into their activities and implications for regional security. #ChineseVessels #IndianOcean #IndiaChinaRelations #NarendraModi #XiJinping #ChineseSurveillanceShips #IndiaMaldivesTensions #IndianNavy #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.103~

WATCH: Pro-Palestinian protests at universities across the world

Students in Paris inspired by Gaza solidarity encampments at campuses in the US blocked access to a campus building at the prestigious Sciences Po university in Paris on Friday, prompting all classes to be held online.

'We cannot stay silent': Students blocked Paris' Sciences Po over Gaza war

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Pro-Palestinian students occupy Paris university campus

Scores of protesters on Friday occupied the central campus building of Sciences Po and dozens of others blocked its entrance.

Pro-Palestinian protesters still occupying Science Po campus in Paris