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Sri Lanka to get new president next week amid political and economic meltdown

13 Sept 05:32 Key points summarised by AI

Sri Lanka's parliament will elect a new president on July 20, following the resignations of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe.
The leadership change comes amidst a severe economic meltdown, characterized by critical shortages of fuel, food, and essentials, and widespread public protests.
An all-party government is expected to form to stabilize the nation, with the political instability threatening crucial negotiations with the International Monetary Fund for a rescue package.
Protesters continue to occupy official residences, demanding a new, acceptable government to address the deep-rooted economic and political failures that have led to soaring inflation and national crisis.

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.