GB's Deignan selected for fourth Olympic Games

Redgrave meets Environment Sec over Thames pollution

Olympic gold medallist rower Sir Steve Redgrave has handed a letter to the environment secretary Steve Reed to share his and young people's concerns about "effluent being put into the rivers, and how dirty and vile they are". Head of Communities at River Action Erica Popplewell says she feels "encouraged" that the government has banned bonuses for pollutant water bosses, but wants to see further action. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

IOC President Kirsty Coventry Opposes Olympic Bans Over Conflicts, Open To Russia’s 2026 Return

IOC President Kirsty Coventry opposes banning athletes over armed conflicts, signaling a shift in Olympic policy. She plans to discuss Russia’s return to competition, emphasizing a case-by-case approach. Coventry, the first African woman to lead the IOC, will form a task force to guide sports decisions amid global conflicts. She highlights Africa’s ongoing crises and the need to protect athletes. Her stance challenges previous Olympic restrictions, which barred Russian and Belarusian teams after the Ukraine war escalated in 2022. #IOC #Olympics #KirstyCoventry #Russia #Belarus #Paris2024 #OlympicGames #SportsPolitics #Putin #UkraineWar #Athletes #GlobalSports #OlympicBan #InternationalSports #Zimbabwe #SebastianCoe #JuanAntonioSamaranch #NeutralAthletes #SportsNews #BreakingNews Also Read Double Olympic Medallist Manu Bhaker Excluded From Khel Ratna Nomination: Report :: https://www.oneindia.com/sports/double-olympic-medallist-manu-bhaker-excluded-from-khel-ratna-nomination-report-4023777.html?ref=DMDesc India's 2036 Olympics Dream: PM Modi's Independence Day Speech Highlights Commitment To Host Olympics :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/indias-2036-olympics-dream-pm-modis-independence-day-speech-highlights-commitment-to-host-olympic-011-3908087.html?ref=DMDesc US Matches China in Gold Medals at Paris Olympics with Women's Basketball Win :: https://www.oneindia.com/sports/us-ties-china-in-olympics-gold-medal-count-011-3905035.html?ref=DMDesc

Meet Diyora Keldiyorova: The Olympic judo Champion inspiring Uzbekistan’s next generation

In this episode of Changemakers of Uzbekistan, we meet Diyora Keldiyorova, the Olympic judo champion whose historic gold medal win is transforming the perception of women in sports.

Macron To Lead EU Talks with Russia? | Paris Seen as Key Voice for Ukraine Peace Bid From EU

French President Emmanuel Macron may soon take a leading role in representing the EU’s interests in potential talks with Russia over the Ukraine conflict, according to a report by The Telegraph. While UK’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer has ruled out engagement, Macron is reportedly open to negotiation “when the time is right.” With Washington’s efforts ongoing and Trump hesitant, Europe’s "coalition of the willing" is eyeing Paris to spearhead talks. Moscow has denied receiving formal proposals. Tensions remain high as ceasefire violations continue and fears of NATO escalation grow. #Macron #RussiaUkraine #EUPolitics #PeaceTalks #UkraineWar #Putin #France #KeirStarmer #Trump #NATOTensions #ElyseePalace #Ceasefire #Geopolitics #Paris #Moscow #Diplomacy #EuropeanUnion #ConflictResolution #CoalitionOfTheWilling #WorldNews Also Read US Intelligence Warns of Potential Russian Use of New Lethal Missile Against Ukraine in Coming Days :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/us-warns-russia-may-use-lethal-missile-against-ukraine-011-4013063.html?ref=DMDesc Switzerland Bans Exports to Polish Supplier After Swiss-Made Ammunition Found in Ukraine :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/switzerland-bars-exports-to-polish-firm-ammunition-ukraine-011-3995413.html?ref=DMDesc Russia Fires ICBM Into Ukrainian Territory, Confirms Kyiv; First-Ever Use By Any Country :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/russia-fires-icbm-into-ukrainian-territory-confirms-kyiv-first-ever-use-by-any-country-3993795.html?ref=DMDesc ~ED.103~HT.408~

French PM Bayrou Slams Trump’s ‘Free Le Pen’ Call as Political Interference in National Affairs

French PM Francois Bayrou has called out Donald Trump for interfering in France’s domestic affairs after the former US president urged Paris to “free” Marine Le Pen. Le Pen, convicted for misusing EU funds, was sentenced to four years in prison and banned from office. Trump labeled her a victim of political persecution. Bayrou warned of rising “illiberal” forces undermining democracy worldwide. As tensions rise, Trump’s remarks have sparked diplomatic unease ahead of France’s 2027 presidential race and fueled debates over foreign influence in sovereign judicial decisions. #Trump #MarineLePen #FrancePolitics #FrenchPM #Bayrou #PoliticalInterference #TruthSocial #EUFunds #RightWing #LePenVerdict #WitchHuntClaims #USFranceTensions #FreeLePen #DemocracyDebate #RuleOfLaw #ParisCourt #ElectionBan #2027Elections #TrumpInEurope #NationalRally Also Read White House Slammed For 'Dehumanising' Deportation Video Set To Pop Anthem: 'Na Na Na Na, Na Na Na Na' :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/white-house-slammed-for-dehumanising-deportation-video-set-to-pop-anthem-na-na-na-na-na-na-na-n-4116107.html?ref=DMDesc UK PM Starmer Signals Break From Globalisation Amid Trump's Tariff War: ‘We Need Different Path' :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/uk-pm-starmer-signals-break-from-globalisation-amid-trumps-tariff-war-we-need-different-path-4116069.html?ref=DMDesc Protesters Rally Against President Trump, Musk In 'Hands Off!' Rallies Across US: 'He's Tearing Country Apart' :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/protesters-rally-against-president-trump-elon-musk-in-hands-off-rallies-across-us-4115965.html?ref=DMDesc ~ED.103~HT.408~

'Marine Le Pen Witch Hunt': Furious Trump Warns Emmanuel Macron Over Far-Right Leader's Arrest

Trump has come out strongly in defense of French far-right leader Marine Le Pen after a Paris court barred her from holding political office for five years. Trump accused European leftists of using “lawfare” to silence opposition, calling the conviction a “witch hunt.” The court found Le Pen guilty of misusing EU funds, a charge she denies as politically motivated. Trump warned the move was “bad for France” and an attack on free speech. Le Pen can no longer challenge Macron in the 2027 French presidential elections. #Trump #MarineLePen #FrancePolitics #FreeSpeech #Lawfare #LePenBan #EmmanuelMacron #2027Elections #ParisCourt #EuropeanUnion #RightWing #ConservativePolitics #PoliticalOppression #TrumpOnLePen #TruthSocial #EmbezzlementCase #MacronVsLePen #FrenchPolitics #WitchHunt #SpeechSuppression Also Read Trump Warns Iran: Strike A Nuclear Deal In Two Months Or Face Unprecedented Bombing :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-warns-iran-strike-a-nuclear-deal-in-two-months-or-face-unprecedented-bombing-4109797.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Visits Kennedy Center to Shape the Future of National Arts and Culture :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-visit-kennedy-center-arts-institution-011-4097567.html?ref=DMDesc Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney Engages with European Allies Amid Trump's Economic Threats :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/canada-carney-meets-european-allies-trump-targets-sovereignty-economy-011-4097563.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.410~

Trump Slams France’s Ban on Le Pen, Calls It ‘Lawfare’ to Silence Political Opposition | Details

Trump has come out strongly in defense of French far-right leader Marine Le Pen after a Paris court barred her from holding political office for five years. Trump accused European leftists of using “lawfare” to silence opposition, calling the conviction a “witch hunt.” The court found Le Pen guilty of misusing EU funds, a charge she denies as politically motivated. Trump warned the move was “bad for France” and an attack on free speech. Le Pen can no longer challenge Macron in the 2027 French presidential elections. #Trump #MarineLePen #FrancePolitics #FreeSpeech #Lawfare #LePenBan #EmmanuelMacron #2027Elections #ParisCourt #EuropeanUnion #RightWing #ConservativePolitics #PoliticalOppression #TrumpOnLePen #TruthSocial #EmbezzlementCase #MacronVsLePen #FrenchPolitics #WitchHunt #SpeechSuppression Also Read Trump Warns Iran: Strike A Nuclear Deal In Two Months Or Face Unprecedented Bombing :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-warns-iran-strike-a-nuclear-deal-in-two-months-or-face-unprecedented-bombing-4109797.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Visits Kennedy Center to Shape the Future of National Arts and Culture :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-visit-kennedy-center-arts-institution-011-4097567.html?ref=DMDesc Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney Engages with European Allies Amid Trump's Economic Threats :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/canada-carney-meets-european-allies-trump-targets-sovereignty-economy-011-4097563.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.336~GR.124~