Pelicot was named knight of the Legion of Honour on a list announced ahead of France’s Bastille Day.
Russia’s agents killed after intelligence officer shot dead, says Ukraine
Kyiv says two people accused of working for Russia and shooting dead a Ukrainian intelligence officer were killed.
Russia’s agents killed after intelligence officer shot dead, says Ukraine
Kyiv says two people accused of working for Russia and shooting dead a Ukrainian intelligence officer were killed.
South Korea medical students end 17-month boycott of classes
It is not clear when the students will return, but the government has welcomed the news.
Children fetching water killed in Israeli strike in Gaza, emergency officials say
The Israeli military said there had been a “technical error” with a strike targeting a “terrorist” and it was under review.
French prisoner escapes in fellow inmate’s bag, officials say
Investigations have been launched after a man escaped from Lyon-Corbas prison on Friday.
US drops charges against doctor accused of destroying Covid vaccines
US Attorney General Pam Bondi said the doctor ‘gave patients a choice when the federal government refused to do so’.
Putin’s friend Gergiev set to conduct as Italy breaks ban on pro-Kremlin artists
An Italian region has invited the pro-Putin conductor, signalling a rehabilitation despite no sign of an end to the war.
When an unsung Indian helped Austrian Jews escape the Nazis
Kundanlal risked all to rescue Jewish families during Europe’s darkest hour and bring them to India.
BBC gains rare access to the Congolese mine powering mobile phones
The US wants rights to DR Congo’s minerals, but one vital mine is still in rebel hands.
