Iran launches more missiles as Israel targets Tehran

13 Sept 06:18 Key points summarised by AI

Iran launched a new wave of missiles at Israel, wounding several people in residential buildings, while Israel simultaneously struck military targets and fuel depots in Tehran.
Both Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Iranian President Pezeshkian vowed to escalate attacks, threatening more severe responses and targeting "every site" of the opposing regime.
The escalating conflict led to the cancellation of nuclear talks between the United States and Iran, as Iran refused negotiations while under attack from Israel.
This marks the first direct, intense exchange of fire between the long-time adversaries, triggering international fears of a devastating and prolonged regional conflict in the Middle East.

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.