The companies were found guilty by a French court over an air disaster which killed 228 people.
Trump says he will speak to Taiwan’s president in break from protocol
It comes as the US weighs whether to proceed with a $14bn arms sales to Taiwan, which China claims as its own.
China says US should stop ‘threats’ against Cuba after ex-leader charged
It comes after the US charged Cuba’s ex-leader with murder, the latest move putting pressure on the regime.
Dozens of vehicles burnt as Mali jihadists enforce blockade
Mali is a landlocked country and depends heavily on fuel transported from neighbouring countries.
Nvidia’s latest record result fails to impress investors
The chip giant reported more stellar results but its shares fell after-hours as investors wonder if it can keep up its pace of growth amid greater competition.
DR Congo cancels World Cup training camp over Ebola outbreak
The outbreak, caused by a rare Ebola species, is thought to have caused 139 deaths so far.
Far-right Israeli minister condemned for taunting handcuffed Gaza flotilla activists
France and Italy are among the countries that have criticised a video showing Itamar Ben-Gvir taunting dozens of activists detained at an Israeli port.
From AI to interceptors, Ukraine is trying to drone-proof its skies
After four years of Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukraine has become far more successful at fighting off air raids.
Watch: Why is the US going after Cuba’s Raúl Castro 30 years on?
BBC correspondent Will Grant reports from Havana, hours after the US charged former Cuban leader with conspiracy to kill US nationals and other crimes.
Samsung strike on hold – but the fight isn’t over yet. Why?
The walkout, which was due to start on Thursday, has been suspended while union members vote on a tentative deal.


