UN chief pledges support for DR Congo army
Some 16,000 peacekeepers are deployed in the country, making it one of the largest UN missions. BBC News – Africa
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Iran tanker row: US blacklists vessel ‘bound for Syria’
The US says the Adrian Darya 1 is being used by Iran to fund “illicit activities” in the region. BBC News – Middle East
Trade war: US set to hit China with new wave of tariffs
The trade war between the world’s two largest economies is set to intensify with new tariffs. BBC News – Business
Ukraine cools reports of imminent Russia prisoner swap
Ukraine says the process for an exchange with Russia is under way but will not take place on Friday. BBC News – Europe
Amazon fires: The tragic couple who died protecting their home
Eidi and Romildo died while protecting their home as fires swept through the Brazilian Amazon. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
DJ Arafat: Thousands pay tribute at Abidjan concert
Fans flock to honour the influential Ivorian musician, who died in a motorcycle accident this month. BBC News – Africa