G7 agrees to explore cap on Russian oil price

13 Sept 14:18 Key points summarised by AI

G7 nations agreed to explore imposing a price cap on Russian oil, aiming to restrict Moscow's war funding by preventing sales above a set maximum price.
The proposed mechanism ties essential financial services, insurance, and shipping to adherence to this price ceiling, compelling buyers to commit to the cap.
This initiative intensifies Western pressure on Russia, with leaders insisting sanctions will remain until President Putin acknowledges failure in Ukraine.
Beyond the oil cap, G7 leaders pledged $4.5 billion to address global hunger and committed to establishing an international "Climate Club" for cooperation on climate change.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

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.