House of Fraser set for China sale
Department store chain House of Fraser is poised to be sold to Chinese company Sanpower, the BBC understands. BBC News – Business
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Brazil troops in Rio slum operation
Brazilian troops enter one of Rio de Janeiro’s most dangerous slums, in the biggest operation to improve security ahead of the World Cup. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
US lets Boeing sell parts to Iran
The US Treasury grants plane manufacturer Boeing a licence to export some commercial parts to Iran, in its first public dealings since 1979. BBC News – Middle East
Labour: PM faces Miller questions
David Cameron faces “serious questions” over a call made to a newspaper investigating Culture Secretary Maria Miller’s expenses, Labour says. BBC News – UK
Ukraine rejects Russia gas bill hike
The Ukrainian PM condemns the near doubling of gas prices charged by Russia, accusing Moscow of trying to punish the new leadership in Kiev. BBC News – Europe
Chad rejects CAR shooting claims
Chad rejects UN accusations that its troops killed 30 people and injured hundreds more in an unprovoked attack in a market in Bangui. BBC News – Africa