Climate change: Europe’s extreme rains made more likely by humans
Heavy rainfall that led to deadly floods in Germany and Belgium was influenced by human induced warming. BBC News – Europe
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Afghanistan: PM to urge G7 leaders to step up support for refugees
Boris Johnson will also ask the US to delay the withdrawal of its troops, at a virtual meeting of the G7. BBC News – UK
Afghanistan: US under pressure over evacuation deadline
France, the UK and Germany all raise the possibility of troops staying beyond the end of August. BBC News – US & Canada
Hakainde Hichilema: Zambia’s new president inspires African opposition leaders
Long-suffering politicians hope to copy Hakainde Hichilema, who was elected at his sixth time attempt. BBC News – Africa
Wildfires: Provence wine producers assess impact of destruction
There are fears the fires that have hit rosé vineyards in Provence will push up prices. BBC News – Business
Ashraf Ghani: Afghanistan’s exiled president lands in UAE
The UAE says it has welcomed the president and his family on humanitarian grounds. BBC News – Middle East