Yemen: Oil salvaged from abandoned ‘time bomb’ tanker in Red Sea
It was feared the decaying vessel left floating in the Red Sea could explode or cause a major spill. BBC News – Middle East
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Ecuador politician murder: Prison gangs in terror reign
A presidential candidate has been killed in the latest assassination in Ecuador as gang crime soars. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
K2: Climbers deny walking by dying guide in bid to break record
Footage has emerged appearing to show Kristin Harila’s team climbing over Mohammed Hassan on Pakistan’s K2. BBC News – Europe
Migrant boat sinks in Channel killing six people
A rescue operation by the British and French coastguards has rescued 51 people, authorities said. BBC News – UK
Hawaii fires: Maui death toll climbs to 80
People try to reach towns devastated by fires as Hawaii’s worst natural disaster kills 80. BBC News – US & Canada
Niger coup: Fear and anger in Niamey as Ecowas threatens force
People are already feeling the impact of economic sanctions imposed after a military coup. BBC News – Africa