French President Emmanuel Macron has issued a stark warning about the potential for "civil war" in France if either the far-right or far-left candidates were to win the upcoming election. Marine Le Pen's National Rally party is currently polling at 34 percent, ahead of Macron's 22 percent. Macron's concerns about the rise of extremist ideologies in French politics highlight the growing polarization and division within the country. The upcoming election will be crucial in determining the future direction of France and its political landscape.

Tensions escalate in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict as Moscow accuses the US of orchestrating a strike in Crimea. The United Nations has issued a warning against attacks near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, urging an immediate halt to the violence in the Ukrainian town nearby. The UN nuclear watchdog has called for a ceasefire to prevent any potential risks to the nuclear facility. The situation remains volatile as both sides continue to engage in military actions, raising concerns about the safety and security of the region.