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Ukraine signs ASEAN cooperation pact, Zelenskyy’s video address denied

14 Sept 11:38 Key points summarised by AI

Ukraine signed a cooperation treaty with ASEAN, a strategic move to build stronger ties in Asia and mobilize international support amidst its conflict with Russia.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba formalized the "Treaty on Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia," marking Ukraine's commitment to its "Asia strategy."
ASEAN members, however, failed to reach a consensus, denying Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy the opportunity to address their summit via video.
This denial underscores the challenges within ASEAN to form a unified stance on the Russia-Ukraine war, despite Ukraine's diplomatic efforts.

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.