Ukraine Conflict, AI Market Drop & World Cup | News in Easy French

Today's news covers escalating conflicts in Ukraine and Iran, the AI market downturn, and the 2026 FIFA World Cup developments.

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Today's news in easy French:

• Russia launched overnight attacks on Ukraine, using over 130 drones and eight missiles, resulting in significant civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure.
• Tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz as the U.S. conducts military strikes against Iran, leading to missile exchanges and suspension of diplomatic commitments.
• AI-related stocks face a downturn, with investors worried about profitability timelines; IBM and tech indexes see significant drops.
• Cyclospora outbreak in the U.S. spreads, with over 1,600 cases and 141 hospitalizations reported across more than 30 states.
• Skyroot Aerospace of India successfully launches payloads into orbit, marking a major milestone for the country's private space sector.

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