Saudi Arabia getting closer to Israel normalisation deal, prince says
An agreement creating ties between the two historical foes would mark a huge regional shift. BBC News – Middle East
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Brazil’s Supreme Court to vote on decriminalising abortion
Brazil’s Supreme Court is to vote on decriminalising abortion in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Ukraine war: US to give Kyiv long-range ATACMS missiles – media reports
Kyiv has long been pushing for ATACMS missiles capable of hitting Russian targets far behind the front line. BBC News – Europe
HS2: Johnson warns against ‘mutilated’ version of rail link
The former PM airs concerns as firms seek clarity over the government’s commitment to the rail link. BBC News – UK
Bob Menendez steps down as US Senate foreign relations chairman after indictment
Top Democrats turn on Robert Menendez amid allegations of gold bars and jackets stuffed with cash. BBC News – US & Canada
Sudan war: Army chief Burhan claims he’s ready for peace talks
General Burhan’s army has been fighting a brutal war against the Rapid Support Forces since April. BBC News – Africa