Brazil’s Amazon deforestation highest since 2008, space agency says
The rainforest loses 9,762 sq km in 12 months, an increase of nearly 30%, Brazil’s space agency says. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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Iran protests: At least 12 killed at unrest over petrol price rise
The government says the situation is “calmer” as reports suggest the death toll is much higher. BBC News – Middle East
Jodie Chesney: Two teens jailed for murder
The 17-year-old was stabbed in the back as she sat with friends in a case of mistaken identity. BBC News – UK
Banks facilitated South Africa corruption under Zuma, says Peter Hain
Several international firms helped with theft of state funding, British lawmaker Peter Hain says. BBC News – Africa
US says Israeli settlements are no longer illegal
The US says Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank are not inconsistent with international law. BBC News – US & Canada
Iran petrol price hike: Supreme Leader condemns ‘hooligan’ protesters
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei blamed “hooligans” and counter-revolutionaries for days of violent protests. BBC News – Middle East