AstraZeneca, EU both claim victory in tussle over deliveries

14 Sept 23:50 Key points summarised by AI

AstraZeneca and the EU each declared victory in a court ruling concerning vaccine delivery delays.
The court ordered AstraZeneca to deliver 80.2 million vaccine doses by September 27, 2021, with specific interim deadlines.
A fine of 10 euros per undelivered dose was imposed, affirming the EU's position on AstraZeneca's contractual commitments.
AstraZeneca highlighted the judge's acknowledgment of supply difficulties, maintaining its compliance with the agreement.
Both parties expressed a desire for renewed collaboration despite the legal dispute.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

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.