Burkina coup: ‘Civilian rule restored’
Burkina Faso’s civilian president says he is back in charge, as African leaders arrive to oversee the transfer of power after last week’s coup. BBC News – Africa
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VW boss ‘to back’ German inquiry
Volkswagen boss Martin Winterkorn will “support” the German transport ministry’s investigation into Volkswagen’s emissions scandal. BBC News – Business
Former Brazil party treasurer jailed
The former treasurer of Brazil’s governing Workers’ Party is sentenced to more than 15 years in jail for corruption and money laundering. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Putin assures Netanyahu over Syria
Russian President Vladimir Putin seeks to allay Israeli concerns at Russia’s military build-up in Syria during top-level talks in Moscow. BBC News – Middle East
Greece’s Tsipras ‘vindicated’ by victory
Greece’s Alexis Tsipras says his left-wing Syriza party has a “clear mandate” after winning a second general election in less than nine months. BBC News – Europe
Addenbrooke’s put in special measures
One of the country’s biggest NHS trusts is put in special measures after inspectors found concerns over staffing, treatment delays and governance failings. BBC News – UK