French President Emmanuel Macron has headed to the Gulf as violent protests and unrest rock France, putting his government under mounting pressure. Protesters reportedly attempted to move towards the Élysée Palace, while shops and public buildings were looted or set ablaze during clashes. French authorities arrested thousands, and the government is considering local curfews to contain further violence. Macron condemned the unrest but refused to dismiss his interior minister, despite acknowledging security failures. The protests have been fuelled by soaring living costs and wider public grievances.

Nepal floods have stranded more than 150 foreign trekkers in the popular Manaslu trekking region after the Budhi Gandaki River surged following a landslide. The flooding has damaged trails, swept away bridges and inundated settlements in the Chumnubri area, west of Kathmandu. Reports say nearly 40 houses and six bridges were affected, while hydropower infrastructure, communication networks and a primary school also suffered damage. At least 10 people are reported missing, according to the supplied reports. Rescue teams are working to reach isolated communities, while 96 people, including nine foreign nationals, were rescued following the initial landslide-related emergency.