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At least 14 killed as strong quake jolts Ecuador and Peru

13 Sept 09:44 Key points summarised by AI

A powerful 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Ecuador and Peru, resulting in at least 14 fatalities and numerous injuries across both countries.
The tremor caused widespread destruction, including collapsed buildings, crushed vehicles, and blocked roads, particularly in Ecuador's El Oro and Azuay provinces.
Ecuador's President Guillermo Lasso visited the hardest-hit areas, urging calm and assuring government support for the victims and recovery efforts.

19 Oct 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.