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U.S. seeks no conflict with China, says Biden as G20 leaders gather

14 Sept 01:40 Key points summarised by AI

President Biden affirmed the U.S. commitment to open communication and avoiding conflict with China, even while competing vigorously, ahead of his anticipated meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
The G20 summit agenda is heavily focused on the Ukraine war and its economic repercussions, alongside critical geopolitical tensions concerning climate, food insecurity, Taiwan, the South China Sea, and North Korea.
Russia's Foreign Minister Lavrov, representing President Putin, dismissed security issues as a G20 priority, while U.S. allies Japan and South Korea voiced strong concerns over North Korea's escalating provocations and China's regional assertiveness.

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.