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EU debates Ukraine candidacy as Russia makes life 'hell' in east

13 Sept 15:10 Key points summarised by AI

EU leaders gather to discuss formally granting Ukraine “candidate status” to join the bloc, a move widely anticipated but with a potentially decades-long accession process.
Russian forces intensify bombardments in eastern Ukraine's Donbas region, particularly around Severodonetsk and Lysychansk, making life 'hell' for residents despite fierce Ukrainian resistance.
Ukrainian President Zelensky presses Western allies for rapid arms supply, while G7 leaders prepare to announce new measures to increase pressure on Russia.
A dispute escalates between Russia and EU member Lithuania over restrictions on rail traffic to Kaliningrad, prompting the US to reaffirm its commitment to Lithuania as a NATO ally.

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.