North Korea fires 'multiple rocket launchers': Seoul

13 Sept 20:58 Key points summarised by AI

North Korea fired multiple rocket launchers on Sunday, adding to its recent series of provocations that heighten regional tensions.
Four shots were launched into western waters from South Pyongan province, prompting an emergency meeting by South Korea's National Security Council.
Seoul's military is maintaining defense readiness and called for a tight security posture during the government transition period.
This firing follows a suspected failed ballistic missile test, with the US and South Korea anticipating a full-range intercontinental ballistic missile test from Pyongyang.

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.