Women march as rights under threat across the globe

13 Sept 14:15 Key points summarised by AI

Women globally marched on International Women's Day, protesting the increasing threats to their rights in various forms, from Kabul to Mexico City.
Protests highlighted severe setbacks, including the Taliban's 'gender apartheid' in Afghanistan, Iran's repression of women following the Mahsa Amini protests, and new abortion restrictions in the United States.
Demonstrations, often defying official bans and crackdowns in countries like Turkey and Pakistan, saw thousands demand equality, economic justice, and protection from violence.
International figures and bodies, including the UN, US President Biden, and the EU, condemned the global regression in women's rights, with some imposing sanctions on those responsible for abuses.
Key demands included enshrining abortion rights in national constitutions, combating online violence against women, and addressing critical issues like femicide and economic inequality.

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.