Trump announces ceasefire between Iran and Israel

13 Sept 23:36 Key points summarised by AI

President Trump declared a "Complete and Total CEASEFIRE" between Iran and Israel, aiming to halt a 12-day conflict that had escalated with missile exchanges and US involvement.
The ceasefire is described as a phased 24-hour process, with Iran initiating a halt to operations, followed by Israel, to bring about an "official end" to hostilities.
The agreement follows a period of intense tit-for-tat missile launches, causing hundreds of deaths in Iran and dozens in Israel, and included US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.
Iran retaliated by targeting a US base in Qatar, an attack Trump downplayed, while international leaders expressed relief at the potential de-escalation of violence, despite no official confirmation from either Iran or Israel.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Yesterday 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.