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Hong Kong disqualifies 4 pro-democracy legislators

13 Sept 21:16 Key points summarised by AI

Hong Kong disqualified four pro-democracy legislators based on a new Beijing resolution allowing removal of lawmakers deemed a threat to national security.
The resolution targets individuals supporting independence, refusing China's sovereignty, threatening national security, or seeking external interference in the city's affairs.
The disqualified lawmakers condemned the move as a breach of basic law and due process, prompting 19 other pro-democracy legislators to threaten a mass resignation.
This action, following earlier election postponements, is viewed by the pro-democracy camp as an attempt to consolidate pro-Beijing control over the legislature.

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.