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Biden to withdraw all US troops from Afghanistan by September 11

13 Sept 07:45 Key points summarised by AI

President Joe Biden announced the withdrawal of all US troops from Afghanistan by September 11, 2021, effectively ending America's longest war.
This withdrawal extends the previous May 2021 deadline set by the Trump administration, with Biden stating a conditions-based approach would lead to perpetual engagement.
The Taliban, emboldened by the impending withdrawal and confident of military victory, declared they would boycott an international peace conference in Turkey.
Concerns are rising over Afghanistan's future stability and the potential erosion of women's rights, as Afghan forces struggle against the Taliban.
The decision draws mixed reactions, with some supporting a refocus of US national security, while others fear it abandons Afghan partners and grants the Taliban a complete victory.

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.