North Korea fires missiles ahead of key anniversary

13 Sept 13:41 Key points summarised by AI

North Korea conducted twin ballistic missile launches late Monday, coinciding with upcoming Korean War anniversary celebrations and the first foreign delegation visit (from China) since its 2020 pandemic border closure.
The missile firings follow a series of recent weapons tests and occur as South Korea and the US intensify defense cooperation, including the deployment of US nuclear-capable submarines to the region.
The White House condemned the launches, emphasizing the threat they pose to regional stability and reaffirming its unwavering commitment to the defense of South Korea and Japan.
These actions underscore historically low relations between the two Koreas and escalating tensions, further complicated by the recent disappearance of a US soldier into North Korea.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Yesterday 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.