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Iran fires missiles at Israel and Gulf states after US-Israel strike kills Khamenei

13 Sept 11:10 Key points summarised by AI

Iran launched missile and drone attacks against Israel and U.S. military installations in Gulf states, retaliating for a joint U.S.-Israel airstrike that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
The U.S. and Israel confirmed Khamenei's death, a move President Trump framed as an opportunity for Iranians, while Iran vowed "massive retaliation" for the "great crime."
The retaliatory strikes caused casualties and significant damage in Israel and the UAE, disrupting regional flights and raising fears of broader instability.
Both Iran and U.S. President Trump issued strong threats of further, unprecedented military action, signaling a dangerous escalation in Middle East tensions.
Khamenei's death creates a major leadership vacuum in Iran and marks a dramatic new chapter in U.S.-Iran relations, with the U.S.-Israel operation reportedly planned for months.

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.