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Japan's new emperor speaks of 'deep remorse' in 1st speech marking WWII

13 Sept 13:13 Key points summarised by AI

Emperor Naruhito, in his first WWII commemoration speech, expressed "deep remorse" over Japan's wartime past, echoing his father Akihito's language and vowing to prevent future conflict.
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe avoided visiting the controversial Yasukuni Shrine, which honors war dead including convicted war criminals, sending an aide and cash offering instead.
The ceremonies occurred amidst heightened tensions between Japan and South Korea over trade and historical issues, though South Korean President Moon Jae-in offered a conciliatory tone.
The Yasukuni Shrine remains a significant point of contention for neighboring countries due to its enshrinement of convicted war criminals, highlighting unresolved historical grievances.

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.