Thailand to participate in "Talisman Sabre"

13 Sept 11:18 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand will join the "Talisman Sabre" military exercise for the first time as a full participant in mid-July, upgrading from observer status in 2023.
The exercise, Australia's largest bilateral training activity with the United States, aims to strengthen defense cooperation across areas like cyber operations and counter-terrorism.
Thailand's participation will build collective strength and develop joint strategies to address new threats, including those in the cyber environment, through diverse training activities.

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.