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Israel readies ground offensive; Biden condemns 'sheer evil' of Hamas attacks
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Israel readies ground offensive; Biden condemns 'sheer evil' of Hamas attacks
21 Sept 15:31Key points summarised by AI
Israel prepares a ground offensive in Gaza, escalating its response to Hamas's attacks with intensified aerial strikes and a vow to fundamentally alter the region.
Hamas's unprecedented assault killed over 1,200 Israelis and took scores hostage, while Israeli retaliatory strikes have resulted in at least 900 deaths and widespread destruction in Gaza.
U.S. President Biden condemned Hamas's "sheer evil," pledging military aid to Israel and issuing a stern warning to any regional actors considering exploiting the escalating conflict.
The conflict has triggered a severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza, displacing over 180,000 people, as Hamas threatens to execute hostages in response to Israeli strikes.
Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
19 Oct 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.