Iraq starts new assault on Islamic State group in Mosul
The militants are pushed deep into the Old City, but there are continuing fears about civilians. BBC News – Middle East
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Venezuela prosecutor: Protest victim ‘killed by National Guard’
Venezuela’s top prosecutor says Juan Pablo Pernalete was hit in the chest by a tear gas canister. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Manchester attack: Terror threat reduced from critical to severe
The national terrorism threat level comes down to severe, meaning an attack is likely, not imminent. BBC News – UK
G7 talks: Trump isolated over Paris climate change deal
Germany called the climate change talks “very unsatisfactory”, describing them as “six against one”. BBC News – Europe
Kushner ‘discussed secret line to Moscow’ – US media reports
Donald Trump’s son-in-law reportedly sought to use Russian facilities to reach Moscow officials. BBC News – US & Canada
Egypt Coptic Christians: IS claims attack
The IS statement comes as some of the 29 people killed in the attack are laid to rest. BBC News – Africa