Eastern Ghouta: Syrian army splits enclave in three, reports say
The Syrian government is reported to have made a major advance in rebel-held Eastern Ghouta. BBC News – Middle East
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Florida shooting: NRA sues as Florida enacts gun-control law
The lawsuit says the bill violates the rights of young women as they are less likely to be violent. BBC News – US & Canada
Russian spy: Traces of nerve agent ‘found at Zizzi’
The substance used against ex-Russian spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter is found at a restaurant. BBC News – UK
DR Congo signs new mining law despite companies’ opposition
The new law, which raises government royalties, was strongly opposed by international companies. BBC News – Africa
UK to seek exemption from US steel tariffs
International Trade Secretary Liam Fox will visit Washington to discuss President Trump’s tariffs. BBC News – Business
Syria war: UN aid convoy re-enters Eastern Ghouta amid ‘calm’
It comes after an earlier delivery of urgent supplies to Eastern Ghouta was cut short amid shelling. BBC News – Middle East