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China defends ditching U.S. talks, says Washington must bear 'serious consequences'

14 Sept 11:31 Key points summarised by AI

China's defense ministry justified suspending military talks with the U.S. following House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan, warning Washington must face "serious consequences."
Beijing asserts the U.S. bears full responsibility for escalating tensions in the Taiwan Strait, labeling Pelosi's visit as a direct provocation.
China conducted unprecedented military drills, including ballistic missile launches over Taipei and simulated attacks on the island, while simultaneously cutting key communication links with the U.S.
U.S. officials condemned China's response as an "irresponsible overreaction," raising concerns among security analysts about the heightened risk of accidental escalation due to severed communication channels.

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.