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South Korean investigators arrest impeached President Yoon, ending weeks-long standoff

13 Sept 14:19 Key points summarised by AI

South Korean authorities arrested impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol on Wednesday over insurrection allegations, concluding a weeks-long political standoff.
Yoon stated he complied with the arrest to prevent "bloodshed" after over 3,000 police officers converged on his residence.
This marks the first time an incumbent president in South Korea has been arrested, following his stunning declaration of martial law on December 3rd and subsequent impeachment.
Authorities have 48 hours to question Yoon, with a potential warrant for detention, while the Constitutional Court deliberates his permanent removal from office.

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.