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South Korea says it will boost defence capacity to counter North Korean threat

13 Sept 09:22 Key points summarised by AI

South Korea's Defence Minister Lee Jong-sup announced plans to significantly enhance national defence capabilities.
This action directly addresses North Korea's escalating nuclear and missile threats, which pose a global concern.
South Korea will deepen security cooperation with the United States and Japan to bolster deterrence.
The U.S. has issued warnings about a potential seventh North Korean nuclear test, urging an immediate halt to its weapons programs.
Despite the tensions, South Korea offers substantial economic aid to North Korea contingent on its denuclearization.

Today 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.