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Putin and Kim embrace in North Korea, vow new multi-polar world

10 Sept 05:04 Key points summarised by AI

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met in Pyongyang, marking Putin's first visit in 24 years, to significantly deepen their nations' relations amidst international isolation.
The leaders pledged to accelerate the building of a "new multi-polar world," with Russia leveraging the partnership against Washington and North Korea securing vital political backing, economic support, and trade from Moscow.
Putin's visit signals a "comprehensive strategic partnership" encompassing security issues, alternative trade mechanisms, and a joint anti-Western economic bloc, promising North Korea an opportunity for economic growth.
The United States and its allies express significant concern that Russia may provide aid to North Korea's banned missile and nuclear programs, while accusing Pyongyang of supplying ballistic missiles and artillery for Russia's war in Ukraine.

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.