Israel has intensified its airstrikes on Syria, including near the presidential palace and on the defence ministry headquarters in central Damascus.
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Risky strategy for Trump as he escalates Epstein row with loyal supporters
In defending how his administration is handling supposed files on Jeffrey Epstein, he says “some stupid Republicans” fell for a hoax.
Prosecutor in Diddy and Epstein cases fired by US justice department
It is not clear why Maurene Comey was removed from her job, but in a message to her former colleagues she notes “fear is the tool of a tyrant”.
Burkina Faso military rulers scrap electoral commission, taking control of future polls
The authorities said the body was a waste of money – the junta leader is set to stay in power for four years.
Wig ban only lasts a day in Senegal theatre after backlash
Critics say women’s bodies should not be policed in the name of cultural pride.
British spies and SAS named in Afghan data breach
The personal details of spies and soldiers were included in a data leak that also named 19,000 Afghans.
Ramaphosa struggles to mend fences with Trump
President Ramaphosa’s special envoy has reportedly been rejected by the US, in the latest sign of frosty relations.
Sirens and evacuations as Taipei rehearses to counter China invasion threat
Taiwan’s capital is holding one of its largest ever civil defence exercises.
Plans for direct train to Berlin in new UK-Germany treaty
It comes as Friedrich Merz makes his first official visit to the UK as German chancellor.
Ariana Grande says she’s not abandoning music for film
The US singer insists there’s still room for music after being cast in another film this week.