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Ukraine says key infrastructure hit, 14 killed in Russian strikes

13 Sept 06:34 Key points summarised by AI

Russia launched a fresh barrage of missiles, killing at least 14 people, including a 15-year-old girl, and wounding 64 when an apartment building was hit in Dnipro, while also striking critical energy infrastructure across Ukraine.
Britain became the first Western country to pledge Challenger 2 heavy tanks to Ukraine, a move Russia swiftly condemned, warning it would only "intensify" the conflict.
The status of the eastern town of Soledar remained disputed, with Russia claiming its capture while Ukraine insisted that fierce battles for control were continuing.
Missile debris from the latest Russian strikes landed on Moldovan territory, prompting condemnation from its president for the direct impact of Russia's war on Ukraine.

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.