Biden takes first military action with Syria strike on Iran-backed militias
The strike in Syria follows attacks on US personnel in Iraq and is Joe Biden’s first military action. BBC News – Middle East
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Amazon rainforest plots sold via Facebook Marketplace ads
Protected land reserved for Brazil’s indigenous communities is being traded on the social network. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Coronavirus: EU urged to adopt ‘vaccine passports’
Greece and Austria want coronavirus-free tourists this summer, but other EU states have concerns. BBC News – Europe
Alex Salmond claims ‘Scotland’s leadership has failed’
The former first minister makes the claim during his long-awaited appearance at a Holyrood inquiry. BBC News – UK
Equality Act: US House passes legislation protecting LGBT rights
The Equality Act would prevent discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. BBC News – US & Canada
Nigeria’s Zamfara school abduction: More than 300 Nigerian girls missing
Gunmen raided the boarding school in the north-western state of Zamfara on Friday morning. BBC News – Africa