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Saudi crown prince pays first visit to Turkey since Khashoggi murder

13 Sept 11:53 Key points summarised by AI

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's first visit to Turkey since the 2018 Khashoggi murder signifies a major step in mending strained ties and breaking his international isolation.
Turkish President Erdogan, facing a severe economic crisis and crucial elections, prioritizes securing Saudi investment and financial aid, driving his decision to set aside past animosity.
Prince Mohammed aims to bolster regional alliances and improve his international standing, especially ahead of a potential new Iran nuclear deal and an upcoming visit from US President Joe Biden.
The rapprochement, initiated by Turkey transferring the Khashoggi murder trial to Riyadh, is encouraged by the US to ease regional tensions, though long-term trust and immediate economic improvements for Turkey remain uncertain.

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.