Soumaila Cissé: Ecowas demands release of Mali opposition leader
Soumaila Cissé was kidnapped days before Mali’s disputed elections which led to deadly protests. BBC News – Africa
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Republicans introduce $1tn pandemic recovery plan
The proposal would cut a $ 600 boost to unemployment benefits that has been paid during the pandemic. BBC News – US & Canada
Coronavirus: Tui scraps holidays to mainland Spain over quarantine
The travel industry reacts with dismay to the 14-day quarantine for travellers arriving from Spain. BBC News – Business
US fighter jet challenges Iran passenger plane – Iran media
Iran reports injuries after the plane changed altitude, but the US says its jet was at a safe distance. BBC News – Middle East
The sisters regrowing forests helped by their dogs
Francisca and Constanza Torres and their three dogs, are planting seeds in areas of Chile devastated by wildfires. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Coronavirus: Spain says outbreaks under control after UK orders quarantine
Spain says new coronavirus cases are isolated, as the UK tells arriving passengers to self-isolate. BBC News – Europe