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New protests planned as marches converge in Catalonia

13 Sept 18:23 Key points summarised by AI

Catalonia's capital, Barcelona, prepares for a fifth day of protests following the conviction of a dozen independence leaders.
Clashes erupted Thursday between separatist and far-right anti-independence activists, resulting in 18 injuries and 11 arrests.
A general strike on Friday led to 46 flight cancellations and the blockade of the French border at La Jonquera.
Tens of thousands are expected to converge in Barcelona's center on Friday afternoon for a mass protest, joined by striking students and workers.

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.