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Hong Kong leader says protesters in latest clashes can be called 'rioters'

13 Sept 14:06 Key points summarised by AI

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam officially labeled protesters involved in recent weekend clashes as "rioters," a legally charged term that can lead to a 10-year prison sentence.
Lam expressed full support for the police, who sustained injuries, and vowed to pursue those responsible for the violence, risking heightened tensions amidst ongoing unrest.
Security officials described the attacks on police as "organized" and "well-planned," indicating an escalation of activist tactics, with over 40 arrests made.
The controversial "riot" designation comes as protests, initially against a now-suspended extradition bill, continue and broaden to include other grievances, deepening the city's political crisis.

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.