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Japan court says 'cruel' gender change sterilisation rule unconstitutional

29 Sept 02:23 Key points summarised by AI

Japan's Supreme Court declared the mandatory sterilisation rule for transgender individuals to legally change their gender unconstitutional, deeming it a "cruel choice" and an invasion of bodily autonomy.
This landmark decision partially overturns a 2019 ruling, marking a significant step towards greater recognition of transgender rights in Japan, a G7 nation criticized for its restrictive laws.
While the sterilisation requirement is struck down, the specific case that prompted the ruling will return to a lower court for further deliberation, and other conditions for legal gender change remain to be fully addressed.

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.