China slams U.S. for blacklisting six Chinese entities

13 Sept 13:05 Key points summarised by AI

China vehemently opposes the U.S. blacklisting six Chinese entities following the downing of a suspected Chinese surveillance balloon over American airspace.
Beijing urges Washington to cease its "unreasonable suppression" of Chinese enterprises and vows to take necessary measures to protect their legitimate rights and interests.

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.