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Police fire tear gas, rubber bullets at Hong Kongers protesting 'triad' attack

13 Sept 10:35 Key points summarised by AI

Hong Kong police deployed tear gas and rubber bullets against protesters in Yuen Long, who were demonstrating against a previous 'triad' gang attack on pro-democracy activists.
The rally, initially peaceful, quickly escalated into violent clashes with protesters throwing projectiles and police making multiple arrests, resulting in injuries.
Public anger intensified due to perceived police inaction during the earlier triad assault and the force's decision to ban the current protest, further deepening Hong Kong's political crisis.
Protesters defied the ban, gathering in Yuen Long to express their defiance and demand accountability amid ongoing calls for wider democratic reforms.

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.