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Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
Israel fights Hamas deep in Gaza City and foresees control of enclave's security after war
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Israel fights Hamas deep in Gaza City and foresees control of enclave's security after war
1 Oct 08:52Key points summarised by AI
Israeli ground forces are engaged in intense battles deep within Gaza City, marking a significant escalation in the month-old conflict against Hamas.
Prime Minister Netanyahu stated Israel intends to maintain "overall security responsibility" in Gaza for an "indefinite period" post-war, aiming to prevent future terror eruptions.
The conflict has resulted in a severe humanitarian crisis, with over 10,300 Palestinians killed and 70% of Gaza's population displaced, while aid remains critically insufficient.
Hamas denies Israeli military advancements, claiming to inflict heavy losses, as hundreds of thousands of Palestinians continue to flee south amid ongoing bombardment and a dire lack of essential supplies.
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.