France rocked by nationwide clashes, blazes and looting
Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
Israel, Iran launch more barrages as Israel aims to wipe out Tehran's nuclear program
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Israel, Iran launch more barrages as Israel aims to wipe out Tehran's nuclear program
13 Sept 20:19Key points summarised by AI
Israel launched its most significant offensive against Iran, targeting its nuclear program to prevent weapon development.
Iran retaliated with multiple waves of missile barrages, triggering air raid sirens across major Israeli cities like Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.
Israeli air defense intercepted some projectiles, but reports confirmed hits on buildings in Tel Aviv and Ramat Gan, resulting in 34 injuries and one fatality.
Explosions were also heard in the Iranian capital, Tehran, with projectiles reportedly striking Mehrabad airport amidst ongoing retaliatory strikes.
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.