Earthquake kills more than 3,800 in Turkey, Syria

14 Sept 07:32 Key points summarised by AI

A powerful 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck Turkey and Syria, causing widespread devastation and claiming over 3,800 lives.
Thousands of buildings collapsed across the region, trapping residents, with rescue efforts severely hampered by freezing weather and dozens of aftershocks, including a 7.5-magnitude tremor.
The disaster prompted an international outpouring of aid, left nearly 14,500 people injured, and damaged significant archaeological sites in cities like Aleppo and Diyarbakir.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Yesterday 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.