Gretchen Whitmer: Court hears of violent plot to abduct US governor
A former co-conspirator said the accused plotters were seeking the “ignition” for a second civil war. BBC News – US & Canada
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Ethiopia’s civil war: The women who paid the price
The BBC speaks to victims of sexual violence as rights groups say rape was used as a weapon of war. BBC News – Africa
PM backs calls for P&O Ferries boss Peter Hebblethwaite to resign
Boris Johnson backs Grant Shapps’ call for Peter Hebblethwaite to quit after not consulting on sackings. BBC News – Business
LGBT people in Iraq live in fear of lives – HRW
A new report describes “routine” attacks on members of the community, including torture and murder. BBC News – Middle East
Lose your fear, dissident Nicaraguan diplomat says
In an explosive speech, OAS Ambassador Arturo McFields blamed the government for human rights abuses. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Simon Coveney’s visit to Belfast interrupted by security alert
A van was reportedly hijacked and driven to the venue, and a controlled explosion has since been carried out. BBC News – Europe