Colombian rebels to help clear mines
The Colombian army and Farc rebels agree to work together to remove landmines that have killed and injured thousands in five decades of conflict. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
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IS ‘demolish’ ancient Iraqi site
Islamic State militants are destroying the ruins of the ancient city of Hatra, according to Iraq’s tourism and antiquities ministry. BBC News – Middle East
PM urges Labour to rule out SNP deal
David Cameron says a post-election pact between Labour and the SNP would be the “worst outcome” if May’s election resulted in a hung Parliament. BBC News – UK
Two men held over Nemtsov killing
Two men have been detained over the murder of Russian opposition politician Boris Nemtsov, the head of the security agency announces. BBC News – Europe
Obama hails Selma march ‘heroes’
US President Barack Obama pays tribute to the “heroes” who took part in a landmark civil rights march in Selma, Alabama, on the 50th anniversary of the event. BBC News – US & Canada
Boko Haram pledge to Islamic State
Boko Haram militants pledge allegiance to Islamic State, in a message apparently from the Nigerian group’s leader Abubakar Shekau. BBC News – Africa