US strikes targets on Iran’s Kharg Island

11 Sept 03:10 Key points summarised by AI

US forces conducted overnight strikes on military targets located on Iran's Kharg Island, as President Trump issued a stark warning about the escalating conflict.
US officials clarified that the strikes did not target oil facilities and do not represent a change in strategy, with the administration still seeking a negotiated resolution from Iran.
President Trump demands Iran forgo nuclear weapons and reopen the critical Strait of Hormuz waterway.
The UN Security Council failed to adopt a resolution on the Strait of Hormuz, proposed to ensure freedom of navigation, due to vetoes from Russia and China.

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

Today 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.