Netanyahu trial: Israeli prime minister faces Jerusalem court
The country is gripped by the spectacle of a serving leader being tried for the first time. BBC News – Middle East
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Iran oil tanker reaches Venezuela amid US tension
Five tankers are being escorted by the Venezuelan military as the country struggles with shortages. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Boris Johnson backs key aide Dominic Cummings in lockdown row
Boris Johnson says his adviser acted “legally and with integrity” when making a 260-mile trip for childcare. BBC News – UK
Coronavirus: Tory MPs urge Dominic Cummings to resign
No 10 says fresh claims about Dominic Cummings – who has been seen going into Downing Street – are “false”. BBC News – Europe
Coronavirus: US suspends travel from Brazil for foreigners
Brazil has recently become a new coronavirus hotspot with more than 300,000 known cases. BBC News – US & Canada
South African President Ramaphosa says outbreak will get worse
Cyril Ramaphosa said the worst is still ahead while announcing an ease in lockdown measures. BBC News – Africa