Aukus: France recalls envoys amid security pact row
The “exceptional decision” follows a pact between Australia, the US and UK, which scuppered a French deal. BBC News – Europe
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Holiday surge expected after travel rules change
Travel agents report a rise in bookings after the amber list is scrapped and testing rules are eased. BBC News – UK
Afghanistan: US admits Kabul drone strike killed civilians
An inquiry finds the strike, days before the US pullout, killed 10 members of a family – not militants. BBC News – US & Canada
Abdelaziz Bouteflika: Former Algerian president dies aged 84
Bouteflika led Algeria for 20 years, but his bid for a fifth term led to huge protests in 2019. BBC News – Africa
Marks & Spencer blames Brexit as it closes 11 French stores
Brexit has made it “near impossible” for it to supply fresh and chilled products to France, the retailer says. BBC News – Business
Hezbollah brings Iranian fuel into Lebanon to ease shortages
Lebanon’s economic collapse has left the country dangerously short of fuel and electricity. BBC News – Middle East