Ukraine's Parliament approves state of emergency

13 Sept 06:30 Key points summarised by AI

Ukraine's Parliament approved a 30-day nationwide state of emergency, excluding two eastern regions, in response to a potential large-scale Russian military offensive.
The declaration empowers authorities to impose restrictions on freedom of movement, information distribution, implement personal document checks, curfews, and ban mass gatherings and strikes.

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.