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Blinken says talks with Chinese FM 'useful, candid and constructive'

13 Sept 11:51 Key points summarised by AI

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken described his extensive discussions with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi as "useful, candid and constructive," acknowledging the complexities within their relationship.
Blinken conveyed deep US concerns regarding China's "increasingly provocative rhetoric and activity towards Taiwan" and pressed Beijing to distance itself from Russia while condemning its aggression in Ukraine.

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.