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Huge COVID protests erupt in China's Xinjiang after deadly fire

13 Sept 06:05 Key points summarised by AI

Massive protests erupted in China's Xinjiang region following a deadly fire in Urumqi, fueled by public anger over prolonged COVID-19 lockdowns.
Crowds openly defied authorities, chanting "End the lockdown!" and singing the national anthem's defiant lyrics, demanding release from severe restrictions.
The deadly high-rise fire, which killed 10, sparked widespread suspicion that lockdown measures obstructed residents' escape, despite official denials.
The incident underscores mounting public frustration with China's rigid zero-COVID policy, which continues despite record infections and economic toll.

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.