France rocked by nationwide clashes, blazes and looting
Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
US airman sets himself on fire outside Israeli embassy in Washington
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US airman sets himself on fire outside Israeli embassy in Washington
13 Sept 08:36Key points summarised by AI
An active US Air Force member self-immolated outside the Israeli embassy in Washington, D.C., sustaining critical, life-threatening injuries.
The airman reportedly livestreamed the act, declaring he would 'not be complicit in genocide' and shouting 'Free Palestine!' in protest of the war in Gaza.
This shocking incident highlights escalating protests across the United States against Israel’s actions in Gaza, amidst rising death tolls and increasing international pressure for a ceasefire.
Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
Yesterday 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.