Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva were among the Americans freed in the prisoner swap.
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Watch: Supercell tornado sweeps through El Toro in Spain
There was “no major damage” caused by the tornado, according to the mayor of El Toro.
Police called to save cat with jar stuck on head
Police officers in Texas jumped into action when they received an unusual call.
Djokovic beats Alcaraz to win long-awaited Olympic gold
Novak Djokovic beats Carlos Alcaraz in thrilling fashion to clinch a long-awaited Olympic title and complete the career ‘Golden Slam’.
Winds lift bouncy castle into the air killing five-year-old
Strong gusts of wind lifted the inflatable up to 20 feet (6m) from the ground during a baseball game on Friday.
World’s biggest iceberg is spinning, caught in an ocean trap
A frozen block of ice far bigger than Greater London is captured in a vast pool of rotating water.
Death threats against Olympics organisers investigated
The artistic director of the opening ceremony says he has received cyber-threats and insults.
Belgium out of triathlon relay as athlete falls ill
Belgium pull out of the team triathlon event after one of their athletes falls ill.
Nigerian president demands end to deadly protests
He says he has heard Nigerians’ pain but the demonstrations – set to last 10 days – must stop.
Calls for foreigners to leave Lebanon as war fears grow
Fears grow that Iran may attack Israel after high-profile assassinations, with Hezbollah in Lebanon joining.