Iran ‘sees signs of nuclear deal’
Iran’s foreign minister says he sees signs of a comprehensive deal on its nuclear programme, after talks with world powers, Iranian media report. BBC News – Middle East
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US Fed hints at rate rise in 2015
The US Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen hints that interest rates in the US could start to rise in early 2015. BBC News – Business
Ukraine ‘planning Crimea withdrawal’
Ukraine is drawing up a plan to withdraw soldiers and their families from the Crimea region, the security chief in Kiev says. BBC News – Europe
Colombia’s president replaces mayor
Colombia’s President Juan Manuel Santos confirms the removal of Bogota mayor Gustavo Petro, despite international protests. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Budget pensions overhaul defended
Ministers say people should be trusted to manage their money in retirement despite concerns about planned pension changes. BBC News – UK
Zuma’s SA home upgrade ‘unethical’
South Africa’s top corruption fighter says President Jacob Zuma “benefited unduly” from state funds to upgrade his rural home and acted unethically. BBC News – Africa