France rocked by nationwide clashes, blazes and looting
Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
Russia hits seat of Ukraine government in war's biggest air attack
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Russia hits seat of Ukraine government in war's biggest air attack
19 Sept 07:40Key points summarised by AI
Russia launched its largest aerial barrage on Ukraine, deploying 805 drones and 13 missiles, causing significant damage and casualties in Kyiv.
The attack directly struck the seat of the Ukrainian government, setting the roof of the cabinet of ministers ablaze, marking the first such hit in the war.
At least two people, including a mother and her two-month-old son, were killed in a strike on a residential building, with numerous others wounded.
This massive assault followed European countries pledging 'reassurance' forces to patrol a potential peace deal, a move Moscow has deemed unacceptable.
Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests
Yesterday 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.