Italian police guard stations as Covid pass on trains begins
Anti-vaccination protesters say they will target rail services in more than 50 cities. BBC News – Europe
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Afghanistan: UK and Taliban in talks over further evacuations
A UK official is in Qatar for talks to secure the exit of both UK and Afghan nationals, No 10 says. BBC News – UK
Afghanistan: Joe Biden defends US pull-out as Taliban claim victory
Staying in Afghanistan was not an option, the US president says, as Taliban militants celebrate. BBC News – US & Canada
Zambian President Hichilema shocked by corruption levels
Illicit funds are still being moved, Hakainde Hichilema tells the BBC, a week after he was sworn in. BBC News – Africa
Taste for takeaways outlasts Covid lockdowns
Britons are spending more on home delivered meals than before the pandemic struck. BBC News – Business
Palestinian President Abbas holds rare talks with Israeli minister
It was the Palestinian president’s first official meeting with a senior Israeli since 2010. BBC News – Middle East