North Korea adopts war deterrence measures: state media

23 Sept 04:59 Key points summarised by AI

North Korea, led by Kim Jong Un, adopted "important practical" war deterrence measures, citing escalating "war provocations" from the U.S. and South Korea ahead of their largest joint military drills in five years.
The decision aims to enhance the nation's "effective, powerful and offensive" use of its war deterrent, following Kim's recent order for the military to intensify drills for a "real war".

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.