World leaders praise Trump as he claims US election win

10 Sept 13:29 Key points summarised by AI

Global leaders swiftly congratulated Donald Trump on his claimed US election victory, with Israel's Netanyahu hailing a "historic return" and Ukraine's Zelensky hoping for "just peace."
France's Macron and India's Modi expressed readiness to renew collaboration, while NATO chief Rutte emphasized Trump's leadership in keeping the alliance "strong."
China's foreign ministry advocated for "peaceful coexistence" and mutual respect in future US-China relations.
Financial markets surged in response, with the dollar strengthening, bitcoin reaching a record high, and European stocks rallying, anticipating Trump's pro-growth and pro-cryptocurrency policies.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

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.