Ukraine war: Biden says US will not be intimidated by reckless Putin
The US president leads condemnation of Vladimir Putin after he annexes four occupied regions of Ukraine. BBC News – Europe
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Cost of living: Energy bills rise but help cushions blow
A two-year government-set cap means price rises taking effect on Saturday are lower than expected. BBC News – UK
Cyclone Ian batters South Carolina in second US landfall
After wreaking deadly havoc in Florida, Ian smashes piers in South Carolina and floods neighbourhoods. BBC News – US & Canada
Burkina Faso unrest: Military officers remove leader Damiba
An army captain has announced the removal of the country’s military leader Lt Col Paul-Henri Damiba. BBC News – Africa
Kwasi Kwarteng: We stopped consumer spending collapse
Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng says he will stick to his tax cut plan despite days of market turmoil. BBC News – Business
Iran president says ‘chaos’ will not be accepted as protests continue
Ebrahim Raisi vows to deal decisively with “rioters”, as days of anti-government unrest continues. BBC News – Middle East