Boko Haram’s Shekau says he is ‘in good health’ following claim of his death
The disputed leader of Nigerian Islamist group Boko Haram releases a video denying claims he had been killed or badly wounded in air strike. BBC News – Africa
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Syria conflict: US-Russia plans ‘must be saved’ – Lavrov
US-Russian plans to end Syria’s conflict must be saved, Russia’s foreign minister tells the UN, as bombs continue to rain down on Aleppo. BBC News – Middle East
Sports Direct: Ashley steps in as chief executive resigns
The founder and majority owner of Sports Direct, Mike Ashley, becomes chief executive after the surprise resignation of Dave Forsey. BBC News – Business
Labour leadership: Corbyn and Smith await election result
The outcome of the Labour leadership election between Jeremy Corbyn and Owen Smith will be announced later amid calls for party unity after months of in-fighting. BBC News – UK
EU Commission refuses to revise Canada CETA trade deal
The European Commission says the controversial EU-Canada free trade deal – CETA – cannot be renegotiated, despite much opposition in Europe. BBC News – Europe
Colombia peace: Farc gives deal ‘unanimous approval’
Members of Colombia’s Farc rebel group give their unanimous approval to a peace deal agreed with the government after nearly four years of talks. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean