Aerial video shows the extent of devastation caused by wildfires in a number of European countries.
Zelensky rules out ceding Donbas region as Russians make fresh advance
The Ukrainian leader was speaking ahead of a meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday.
Wildfires rage across southern Europe as temperatures top 40C
The heatwave has led to red alerts being issued in parts of Italy, France, Spain, Portugal and the Balkans.
Madonna urges Pope to visit Gaza ‘before it’s too late’
The US pop star says the pontiff is “the only one of us who cannot be denied entry”.
Israel bombards Gaza City as UK and allies demand action against ‘unfolding famine’
The countries demanded “immediate, permanent and concrete steps” to facilitate the entry of aid to Gaza.
British soldiers using sex workers in Kenya despite ban, inquiry finds
Chief of Defence Staff Sir Roly Walker says the army is committed to stopping sexual exploitation.
Dozens killed in attack on Sudan camp for people who had fled war
An aid group in Abu Shouk camp says at least 40 were killed by gunmen from the Rapid Support Forces.
Who were the Al Jazeera journalists killed by Israel in Gaza?
Prominent reporter Anas al-Sharif and six other journalists were killed when Israel targeted a tent used by media, the broadcaster said.
Ukraine’s borders must not be changed by force, EU leaders say
The EU says “the people of Ukraine must have the freedom to decide their future.”
Scores still missing a week after India flash floods
Rescue operations at the disaster site have been hampered by heavy rains and blocked roads.


