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One Thai injured in Hamas attack, 2 others reported kidnapped

21 Sept 04:16 Key points summarised by AI

A Thai citizen was injured and two others are unconfirmed to be kidnapped following Hamas attacks on Israel.
Thailand's Prime Minister ordered military aircraft on standby for potential emergency evacuation of Thai nationals, as the Foreign Ministry sets up a hotline and plans an emergency meeting to assess the situation.

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.