Azerbaijan ‘operated secret $3bn secret slush fund’
Some money was used to pay off European politicians in return for support, an investigation shows. BBC News – Europe
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Colombian government and ELN rebels agree ceasefire
News of the temporary ceasefire comes just 48 hours before the Pope is due to arrive in Colombia. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
IS conflict: Syrian army closes in on Deir al-Zour
A government enclave in the eastern city has been surrounded by Islamic State militants since 2014. BBC News – Middle East
Brexit: David Davis to update MPs returning after summer break
The Brexit secretary will address the House of Commons about the progress of negotiations. BBC News – UK
Daca: Trump ‘to scrap’ amnesty for young immigrants
The president is set to end the Daca programme but he may still change his mind, sources say. BBC News – US & Canada
Kenya election: Date set for Kenyatta-Odinga re-run
Kenya’s presidential election will be re-run on 17 October after the original result was annulled. BBC News – Africa