France backing away from pledge to intercept migrant boats, sources tell BBC
The commitment has been hit by delays, with political turmoil in France partly to blame. Read More
What’s at stake as Trump boat strikes strain US-Colombia alliance
A major rift threatens to upend an alliance that has been targeting drug traffickers for years. Read More
Forty migrants, including infants, die as boat sinks off Tunisia
All the victims and those rescued were from sub-Saharan African countries, an official says. Read More
Strong winds in New Zealand leave tens of thousands without power
Authorities have issued a rare red wind warning, the highest alert level, for the capital Wellington. Read More
Blackouts hit Russia’s Belgorod as Ukrainian drone attacks surge
Ukraine says the attacks are a direct retaliation to Russia’s frequent strikes on Ukrainian cities. Read More
Myanmar’s army is taking back territory with relentless air strikes – and China’s help
China has thrown its weight behind the junta – and its widely condemned plan to hold an election in December. Read More
Entire White House East Wing to be demolished within days
US President Donald Trump previously said that his ballroom addition would not “interfere with the current building”. Read More
US forces kill two in strike on alleged drug boat in the Pacific
This is the eighth US strike on alleged drug trafficking vessels near Latin America, the first on the Pacific side. Read More
No camera covered Louvre wall where jewel thieves broke in, director says
Laurence des Cars said there was only one camera pointing on the gallery which was robbed. Read More
Cameroon judges reject election-rigging complaints
Results will be announced on Monday, prolonging the uncertainty with the opposition claiming victory. Read More