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Russia halts gas supplies to NATO members Poland and Bulgaria

13 Sept 23:56 Key points summarised by AI

Russia abruptly cut off gas supplies to NATO members Poland and Bulgaria, citing their refusal to pay in roubles as demanded by Moscow.
European leaders condemned Russia's action as "blackmail" and an attempt to wield energy as a political weapon amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine.
This gas halt represents Russia's most significant economic retaliation against international sanctions, escalating energy tensions as European nations increase military aid to Ukraine.

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.