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Beijing accuses NATO of exaggerating 'China threat theory'

13 Sept 10:19 Key points summarised by AI

Beijing strongly criticized NATO's recent vow to counter challenges from China, accusing the alliance of exaggerating the 'China threat theory' and creating confrontation.
NATO leaders declared China's growing nuclear arsenal and advancements in space and cyber warfare as 'systemic challenges' to the international order.
China's mission to the EU denounced NATO's accusations as 'slander' and a perpetuation of a 'Cold War mentality', urging the alliance to view China's development rationally.
Despite the strong condemnation, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg indicated a willingness to cooperate with China on global issues like climate change while still decrying Beijing's assertive stance.

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.