Protest as Myanmar junta chief joins Bangkok summit

13 Sept 19:42 Key points summarised by AI

Myanmar's junta leader, Min Aung Hlaing, attended a regional summit in Bangkok, drawing protests that condemned him as a "murderer" due to his human rights record.
His presence coincided with a severe humanitarian crisis in Myanmar, where a recent 7.7-magnitude earthquake killed thousands and left millions without shelter, with minimal aid from the military.
Critics, including Myanmar's shadow opposition and human rights groups, strongly condemned the invitation, arguing it legitimizes a regime accused of war crimes and abuses while its people suffer.
Despite global sanctions and an international arrest warrant request, the Thai government extended red-carpet treatment, offering the isolated leader a rare diplomatic platform.

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

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.