Brexit: Buckland says power to override Withdrawal Agreement is ‘insurance policy’
Justice Secretary Robert Buckland says he would resign if the UK broke the rule of law in a way he found unacceptable. BBC News – UK
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Death toll rises in US as wildfires continue in West Coast states
More than 30 people have been killed and dozens are missing in Oregon, California and Washington. BBC News – US & Canada
Mali coup: Opposition rejects transition deal as ‘power grab’
The country’s military leadership is accused of ignoring demands made by other groups during talks. BBC News – Africa
Peru Congress opens way for impeachment of president
The president is accused of trying to obstruct a corruption probe – a charge he denies. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean
Trump announces ‘peace deal’ between Bahrain and Israel
The US president helps broker a landmark deal as Bahrain agrees to recognise the state of Israel. BBC News – Middle East
Lockdown for a second time: ‘It can’t get any worse’
How are firms in Bolton – many of which have just reopened – coping with the new local restrictions? BBC News – Business