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Hong Kong violence becoming more serious, but government in control, says Lam

13 Sept 23:21 Key points summarised by AI

Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam acknowledges the increasing seriousness of anti-government protest violence but asserts the government remains confident in its ability to manage the crisis.
Lam commits to building a platform for dialogue for reconciliation but rejects an independent inquiry into the crisis, a key demand from protesters.
The prolonged unrest, now in its 12th week, challenges Beijing, which has warned of possible forceful intervention, while protesters continue to push for democratic reforms.
The escalating political turmoil is impacting Hong Kong's economy, contributing to a potential recession and prompting concerns about wealth migration.

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.