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Hong Kong police use tear gas to counter protest petrol bombs

14 Sept 17:34 Key points summarised by AI

Police deployed tear gas in Hong Kong's Kwun Tong district against anti-government protesters who escalated tactics by throwing petrol bombs and bricks, marking the first such incident in 10 days.
Protests intensified with demands expanding to full democracy, as demonstrators set up roadblocks and damaged "smart" lamp posts, prompting government warnings about public safety.
British consulate worker Simon Cheng was released after 15 days of detention in mainland China, a development welcomed by Britain amidst the heightened tensions.
Cathay Pacific Airways affirmed a zero-tolerance stance against employee involvement in illegal protests, as organizers plan further demonstrations including strikes and class boycotts.

19 Oct 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.