Ukraine: Vladimir Putin using barbaric tactics, Boris Johnson says
Russia has underestimated Ukraine and the West’s resolve, says PM as he meets allies overseas. BBC News – UK
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State of the Union: What’s at stake in President Biden’s speech?
The BBC’s Jane O’Brien explains why this address is so critical for the US president. BBC News – US & Canada
Nigerian student in Ukraine: ‘They said black people should walk’
Nigerian student Jessica Orakpo tells the BBC about the racism she faced trying to flee Ukraine. BBC News – Africa
UK petrol price jumps above £1.50 as oil costs rise
Fuel costs reach new highs as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continues to affect global oil prices. BBC News – Business
Ericsson workers kidnapped after being sent to negotiate with IS
Telecoms firm Ericsson put contractors’ lives at risk, according to a leaked company report seen by the BBC. BBC News – Middle East
Deforestation threat to Amazon indigenous areas if protected status changed – report
It is illegal to mine these areas of the rainforest but the government wants to change the law. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean