France rocked by nationwide clashes, blazes and looting
Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
India hunts gunmen who massacred 26 in Kashmir tourist hotspot
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India hunts gunmen who massacred 26 in Kashmir tourist hotspot
13 Sept 14:26Key points summarised by AI
Indian security forces initiated a major manhunt in Kashmir after gunmen massacred 26 tourists, marking the region's deadliest civilian attack since 2000.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned the "heinous act," pledging to bring the perpetrators to justice, as the victims, mostly Indian residents, were targeted at a popular tourist spot in Pahalgam.
No group has claimed responsibility for the attack, which occurred amidst Kashmir's long-standing insurgency and has raised concerns about a potential new crisis between India and Pakistan.
The killings sparked global outrage, with international leaders, including US President Donald Trump and EU chief Ursula von der Leyen, offering strong condemnations and support to India.
Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
Today 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.