North Sea oil tops cabinet agendas
Ministers from both the UK and Scottish governments are in north-east Scotland to set out plans for the future of the North Sea oil and gas industry. BBC News – UK
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Ukraine arrest warrant for ex-leader
An arrest warrant has been issued for fugitive Ukrainian ex-president Viktor Yanukovych and other figures, says the interim interior minister. BBC News – Europe
US to seek Guzman’s extradition
The US is to seek the extradition from Mexico of the world’s most wanted drug lord, Joaquin “Shorty” Guzman, who was captured on Saturday. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Egypt cabinet resigns unexpectedly
Egypt’s military-backed interim government has resigned, Prime Minister Hazem Beblawi announces on state television. BBC News – Middle East
Dixons and Carphone in merger talks
Dixons Retail, the owner of Currys and PC World, and mobile phone retailer Carphone Warehouse say they are in talks over a possible merger. BBC News – Business
Museveni signs Uganda anti-gay bill
Uganda’s President Museveni signs a controversial anti-gay bill, abandoning a pledge to delay the legislation pending scientific advice. BBC News – Africa