France rocked by nationwide clashes, blazes and looting
Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
Drone footage captures destruction from deadly Mississippi tornado
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Drone footage captures destruction from deadly Mississippi tornado
13 Sept 12:53Key points summarised by AI
A powerful tornado ripped through Mississippi, causing at least 25 deaths and widespread devastation, with one additional fatality reported in Alabama.
The destructive tornado remained on the ground for approximately an hour, carving a 170-mile path of destruction and leveling hundreds of buildings, particularly in towns like Rolling Fork.
Mississippi's Governor declared a state of emergency, while President Biden pledged full federal support for recovery efforts as rescuers continue to search through the extensive rubble.
Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
Today 12:56Key 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.