Saudi-led coalition in Yemen strikes Sanaa, casualties reported

13 Sept 18:48 Key points summarised by AI

The Saudi-led coalition launched air strikes on Houthi-held Sanaa, Yemen, in retaliation for recent Houthi drone attacks on Saudi oil installations.
The strikes targeted nine military sites, reportedly causing civilian casualties, including six deaths and dozens wounded, and damaging homes in residential areas.
This escalation threatens to undermine fragile UN-sponsored peace efforts, including a recent ceasefire in Hodeidah, further intensifying the four-year conflict.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Yesterday 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.