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Russia backs Myanmar junta's efforts to 'stabilise' country, hold elections

23 Sept 04:27 Key points summarised by AI

Russia's Foreign Minister, Sergei Lavrov, affirmed support for Myanmar's junta in stabilizing the crisis-wracked country and holding elections next year, despite international concerns over their legitimacy.
Facing international isolation and Western sanctions, Myanmar's military government is deepening ties with major ally and arms supplier Russia, whose invasion of Ukraine it has publicly supported.
International bodies, including ASEAN, have strongly condemned the junta's actions, particularly recent executions, warning that further capital punishment could lead to a 'rethink' of the regional peace plan.
The article highlights Russia and China's alleged role in arming the military, while also noting new areas of cooperation between Russia and Myanmar, such as opening consulates and developing space infrastructure.

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.