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Muslims end Ramadan, begin holiday amid war, reconciliation

13 Sept 13:56 Key points summarised by AI

Eid al-Fitr celebrations were overshadowed by ongoing conflicts, notably raging battles in Sudan and a deadly stampede in Yemen, causing hundreds of casualties and widespread devastation.
The holiday also coincided with significant regional reconciliation efforts, including Iran and Saudi Arabia restoring diplomatic ties and de-escalating proxy wars, alongside prisoner exchanges in Yemen and Saudi engagement with Syria.
Many Muslim nations and communities disagreed on the exact start date of Eid al-Fitr, with some celebrating on Friday and others on Saturday, due to varying interpretations of moon sightings or astronomical calculations.
Despite the differing dates and regional tensions, countries like Indonesia saw millions travel for celebrations, with leaders urging mutual respect among those observing the holiday on different days.

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.