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Ukrainians put out fire at nuclear complex after Russian attack - officials

13 Sept 13:21 Key points summarised by AI

A fire broke out in a training building near Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, Europe's largest, during intense fighting with Russian forces, but was extinguished by Ukrainian emergency services.
U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm confirmed no elevated radiation levels at the plant, assuring that its reactors are protected by robust containment structures and were being safely shut down.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned the attack, prompting international leaders, including U.S. President Biden and UK Prime Minister Johnson, to urge Russia to cease military actions, citing the direct threat to European safety.
The incident caused financial markets in Asia to spiral and occurred amidst ongoing fierce fighting across Ukraine, with mounting international sanctions against Russia and calls for humanitarian corridors.

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.