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Sweden finally joins NATO, ending non-alignment, in Ukraine war shadow

20 Sept 22:08 Key points summarised by AI

Sweden officially became the 32nd member of NATO, ending two centuries of non-alignment and marking a significant shift in its foreign policy.
The accession was prompted by Russia's invasion of Ukraine and completed after two years of complex diplomacy, overcoming initial resistance from Turkey and Hungary.
Leaders, including US President Biden and Swedish Prime Minister Kristersson, hailed the move as a 'victory for freedom' and a 'strategic debacle' for Russian President Putin.
Russia has vowed 'countermeasures' in response to Sweden's entry, particularly if NATO troops or assets are deployed within the country.

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.