US and Israel launch "pre-emptive" attack against Iran

12 Sept 00:59 Key points summarised by AI

Israel initiated a "pre-emptive" strike against Iran, with concurrent U.S. attacks, intensifying military confrontation in the Middle East.
The coordinated assault follows repeated U.S.-Israeli warnings over Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile programs, which Tehran refuses to link to nuclear talks.
This military action severely diminishes prospects for a diplomatic resolution to Iran's long-standing nuclear dispute with Western powers.
Explosions rocked Tehran, while Israel implemented widespread alerts and closures, signaling a heightened state of readiness for potential retaliation.

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.