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Japan 'cornered' on Tokyo Olympics, says national committee member

25 Sept 06:20 Key points summarised by AI

A Japan Olympic Committee member states the country is "cornered" regarding the Tokyo Games, arguing the event has "lost meaning" but is now too late to cancel.
Despite high public opposition, organizers remain committed to holding the Olympics safely with strict COVID-19 protocols and vaccinated participants.
The International Olympic Committee faces criticism for seemingly disregarding Japanese public opinion and asserting the Games will proceed regardless of the pandemic.
Japan's top medical advisor recommends against hosting the Olympics if current emergency measures extend beyond their scheduled end date of June 20.

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.