UK supporting Ukraine to ensure victory 'this year': PM

13 Sept 06:11 Key points summarised by AI

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak pledged Britain's continued and accelerated military support to Ukraine, aiming for a decisive victory against Russia this year and ensuring Vladimir Putin's aggression is not seen as successful.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited the UK for only his second overseas trip since the invasion, meeting with PM Sunak and scheduled for an audience with King Charles III.

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.