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First group of Thais evacuated from Israel; Plans in place for more exits

14 Sept 04:14 Key points summarised by AI

The first 22 Thai nationals evacuated from Israel are expected to arrive in Thailand, with arrangements for 12 more to leave soon.
Discussions are ongoing to relocate approximately 3,000 Thai workers from Israel to neighboring countries for their safety.
Three Thai nationals have been safely evacuated from Iran, and the ministry is assisting 73 others to leave, establishing a temporary office and shelter in Turkey.
Thai nationals are strongly advised to leave both Israel and Iran due to the deteriorating situation, despite no current plans for mass evacuations.
US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities have heightened fears of a broader regional war, prompting many to flee the escalating conflict.

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.