South Korea president declares emergency martial law

21 Sept 02:39 Key points summarised by AI

President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law, accusing the opposition of being "anti-state forces" intent on overthrowing the regime and paralyzing governance.
The declaration stems from intense parliamentary wrangling over next year's budget bill, where the opposition significantly cut key government funds.
Yoon stated the martial law was "inevitable" to safeguard a liberal South Korea and remove "anti-state elements," asserting it would not impact foreign policy.
Following the declaration, the National Assembly was sealed, MPs were barred from entry, and all military units were ordered to strengthen emergency alert postures.

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.