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Iran launches unprecedented strikes on Israel, risking wider conflict

13 Sept 10:54 Key points summarised by AI

Iran launched over 200 drones and missiles at Israel, an unprecedented attack in retaliation for an April 1 strike on its Damascus consular annexe, escalating the long-running covert war.
The multi-pronged assault involved coordinated attacks from Iran's regional proxies, prompting strong condemnation from the US, UK, and France, who reaffirmed their 'ironclad' support for Israel.
While Iran claimed 'heavy blows' to an air base, Israel reported intercepting the 'vast majority' of incoming threats with only minor damage, as the UN Security Council prepared to convene.
The strikes occurred amidst the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza and followed Iran's seizure of an Israeli-linked container vessel, further heightening already volatile regional tensions.

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.