Turkey, Syria earthquake search intensifies

13 Sept 21:41 Key points summarised by AI

Rescuers are racing against freezing temperatures to find survivors in Turkey and war-ravaged northern Syria, as the death toll has climbed past 7,200, sparking despair and anger over the slow pace of efforts.
International aid is pouring in from numerous countries and organizations, including the UN, US, EU, and China, providing search-and-rescue teams, medical supplies, and financial support.
The powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake has devastated infrastructure, including roads, airports, and ports, and impacted up to 23 million people, with Turkey declaring a three-month state of emergency in 10 provinces.
The UN has released $25 million from its emergency fund, while the Syrian Arab Red Crescent urgently calls for the lifting of international sanctions to facilitate crucial aid delivery and reconstruction efforts.

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

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.