US journalist shot dead in Ukraine

13 Sept 23:03 Key points summarised by AI

American video documentary maker Brent Renaud was killed and another US journalist, Juan Arredondo, wounded in Irpin, Ukraine, while covering global refugee issues for Time Studios.
Their vehicle came under fire after crossing a Ukrainian-controlled checkpoint, with Ukrainian officials, including President Zelensky, attributing the "deliberate attack" to Russian forces.
Renaud's death marks the first foreign reporter killed in Ukraine since Russia's invasion began, prompting the White House to pledge consultation and "appropriate consequences."

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.