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Report on sexual abuse in German diocese faults retired pope

15 Sept 12:26 Key points summarised by AI

A new report on sexual abuse in Germany's Munich archdiocese faults retired Pope Benedict XVI for mishandling four cases during his time as archbishop (1977-1982).
The report alleges Benedict, then Cardinal Ratzinger, allowed convicted perpetrators to remain in pastoral work without proper restrictions, and his denial of attending a crucial 1980 meeting is deemed to lack credibility.
Current Archbishop Cardinal Reinhard Marx was also implicated in two cases, underscoring broader systemic failures in addressing abuse within the German Catholic Church.
Benedict XVI strongly denies any wrongdoing, citing a lack of knowledge of facts and relevance under canon and criminal law.

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.