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Iran seizes 2 Greek tankers in Persian Gulf as tensions rise

13 Sept 12:04 Key points summarised by AI

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard seized two Greek oil tankers in the Persian Gulf through helicopter-launched raids, marking a significant escalation of maritime tensions.
The action serves as direct retaliation for Greece's assistance in the U.S. seizure of Iranian crude oil from a tanker earlier in the Mediterranean Sea.
Greece vehemently condemned the seizure as 'acts of piracy,' demanding the immediate release of the vessels and crews, and warned of severe negative consequences for bilateral and EU relations.
This incident highlights the ongoing 'shadow war' and heightened tensions between Iran and the West, particularly amidst stalled negotiations over Iran's nuclear deal.

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.