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Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
North Korea's Kim praises 'fresh heyday' in China relations as longtime envoy departs
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North Korea's Kim praises 'fresh heyday' in China relations as longtime envoy departs
23 Sept 04:56Key points summarised by AI
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un lauded outgoing Chinese Ambassador Li Jinjun for significantly improving DPRK-China relations over his seven-year term.
Kim expressed strong satisfaction that the bilateral relationship has entered a 'fresh heyday' under the guidance of both nations' ruling parties.
The ambassador's departure follows a period where relations, historically crucial due to China being North Korea's only major ally, saw significant repair and high-level summits since 2018 after previous lows.
Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
Yesterday 12:56Key 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.