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Thai relatives overjoyed, but Kanyarat still waits for her loved one

13 Sept 18:48 Key points summarised by AI

Ten Thai hostages, including Wichai Kalapat and Vetoon Phoome, were released by Hamas, bringing immense relief and joy to their families after weeks of captivity.
Their release was part of a broader four-day truce agreement between Israel and Hamas, brokered by Qatar, Egypt, and the United States, involving the exchange of hostages for Palestinian prisoners.
Despite the releases, approximately 20 Thais and many others remain captive, leaving families like Kanyarat Suriyasri, whose husband Owat is still held, in agonizing suspense.
The situation highlights the severe impact of the Israel-Hamas conflict on foreign workers, particularly the estimated 30,000 Thais employed in Israel's agriculture sector.

Today 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.