Nationwide caps mortgage lending due to virus
The UK’s biggest building society is lowering its ceiling on mortgage lending to new customers. BBC News – Business
Craig Taylor
Syria war: New US sanctions target Assad government’s foreign backers
There are fears the measures will make the plight of ordinary Syrians even more desperate. BBC News – Middle East
Why Trump’s plan to withdraw US troops has dismayed Germany
Germany fears President Trump’s plan to cut 9,500 US troops will weaken transatlantic security. BBC News – Europe
Venezuela’s top court ousts leaders of two opposition parties
An election is due to be held in the crisis-hit country and there are fears of government tampering. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Boris Johnson’s convoy in shunt outside Parliament
Downing Street says there are no reports of any injuries following the incident. BBC News – UK
Rayshard Brooks shooting: US policeman faces murder charge
Black man Rayshard Brooks was shot dead as he fled US police in a car park. BBC News – US & Canada