Saudis ‘to review’ blogger flogging
The case of a Saudi blogger sentenced to 1,000 lashes has been referred to the Supreme Court by the king’s office, the BBC learns. BBC News – Middle East
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Police ‘concern’ for Jewish community
There is “heightened concern” about the risk to Jewish communities in the UK and police officers following the terror attacks in France, police warn. BBC News – UK
Belgium charges terror plot suspects
Five people suspected of plotting to kill Belgian police officers are charged after raids across the country that saw two suspects shot dead. BBC News – Europe
US-Cuba travel restrictions eased
New US trade and travel rules covering Cuba have come into effect, allowing the use of credit cards and ending a ban on Cuban cigars. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
UK and US in joint anti-terror push
David Cameron and Barack Obama say the UK and US are to work more closely to combat “violent extremism”, sharing expertise on tackling threats. BBC News – US & Canada
Charlie Hebdo protests rock Niger
Zinder in Niger is the latest city to see protests against French magazine Charlie Hebdo after it published a cartoon of the Prophet Muhammad. BBC News – Africa