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Hong Kong singer-activist urges U.N. rights body to defend territory

13 Sept 12:38 Key points summarised by AI

Hong Kong activist Denise Ho appealed to the U.N. Human Rights Council, asserting that China is tightening its grip on the territory, eroding its autonomy and democratic freedoms.
China's delegation interrupted Ho's speech, accusing her of slandering and interfering with China's sovereignty, while maintaining Hong Kong enjoys a "high degree of autonomy."
Ho detailed instances like lawmaker disqualifications and jailed activists as proof of China's increasing control, warning that the "One Country, Two Systems" model is nearing its demise.
She urged the Council to hold a special session and consider suspending China's U.N. membership to safeguard Hong Kong's freedoms, calling the current situation a critical "tipping point."

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.