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WHO warns pandemic at 'critical point' as South Asia cases surge

13 Sept 05:57 Key points summarised by AI

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 pandemic is at a 'critical point,' with global infections rising exponentially despite existing control measures.
South Asia is experiencing a record surge in cases, notably India, which surpassed Brazil as the country with the second-highest number of infections after logging over 168,000 new cases in one day.
Public non-compliance with safety rules, large gatherings like political rallies and the Kumbh Mela religious festival, and reluctance to impose strict lockdowns are fueling India's crisis, leading to new restrictions in Maharashtra and a full eight-day lockdown in neighboring Bangladesh.
Despite the severe outbreaks in South Asia, some European countries like the UK, France, and Greece show glimmers of hope with successful vaccination campaigns, eased restrictions, and the reopening of businesses and schools.

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.