France rocked by nationwide clashes, blazes and looting
Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
Israel strikes Syrian city, US pounds Huthis in Yemen
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Israel strikes Syrian city, US pounds Huthis in Yemen
13 Sept 10:46Key points summarised by AI
Israel launched a strike on a Syrian coastal city, while the United States simultaneously pounded Houthi rebel targets in Yemen, signaling a significant escalation of regional hostilities.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards issued a stern warning to Israel, threatening "painful" retaliation if Iranian targets are attacked, underscoring the interconnectedness of the "axis of resistance" groups in the conflict.
The conflict in Lebanon intensified with Israeli strikes causing civilian casualties and destruction, met by Hezbollah's continued resistance, further broadening the multi-front regional war.
Amidst these escalations, the humanitarian situation in Gaza remained dire, with warnings of famine and continued Israeli military operations, prompting international concern and US calls for civilian protection.
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.