Catalonia election: Puigdemont calls for united independence front
The call to action comes a day after an EU arrest warrant was issued for Carles Puigdemont. BBC News – Europe
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Damian Green says computer porn allegations are ‘political smears’
Damian Green, a key ally of Theresa May, says claims by an ex-police officer are “completely untrue”. BBC News – UK
Trump pledges US resolve on Japan leg of Asia tour
He spoke to troops at a base in Japan at the start of his marathon Asian tour. BBC News – US & Canada
Libya: Armed group shuts down comic book convention
An armed group loyal to the UN-backed government said the event breached Libya’s “morals”. BBC News – Africa
IS loses Deir al-Zour in Syria and al-Qaim in Iraq on same day
The group loses Deir al-Zour in Syria and al-Qaim in Iraq, in major blow to self-styled caliphate. BBC News – Middle East
Insurers ‘burying price rises’ in renewal letters
Several cases of companies failing to comply with rules have emerged, risking customers losing out. BBC News – Business