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US defense chief pledges transparency after hospitalization

24 Sept 05:40 Key points summarised by AI

US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin accepted responsibility for failing to disclose his recent hospitalization, admitting that top White House officials and President Biden were initially unaware.
The Pentagon faced criticism for a four-day delay in announcing Austin's hospitalization due to complications from an elective medical procedure, a breach of standard protocol amidst escalating Middle East tensions.
The lack of transparency sparked concerns among lawmakers and the Pentagon Press Association regarding the continuity of the chain of command and the public's right to know about a cabinet member's health.

Yesterday 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.