France rocked by nationwide clashes, blazes and looting
Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
Cambodian PM nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize
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Cambodian PM nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize
16 Sept 09:13Key points summarised by AI
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet officially nominated Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, citing his "visionary and innovative diplomacy."
Trump is credited with decisively brokering an immediate ceasefire in the recent border conflict between Cambodia and Thailand, which had resulted in 43 deaths.
This timely intervention, alongside mediation from Malaysian and Chinese officials, averted a potentially devastating conflict and restored peace in the region.
The nomination aligns with previous ones from Pakistan and Israel, reflecting Trump's self-portrayed image as a global peace broker.
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.