Paris fire: Ten dead and many injured at apartment block
Craig TaylorOne of the deadliest fires in the French capital in years is being investigated as possible arson. BBC News – Europe
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Italy avalanche kills British and French skiers
A weekend of avalanches leaves eight people dead, including British, French and Belgian citizens. BBC News – Europe
INF nuclear treaty: Russia follows US in suspending pact
President Putin suspends Russia’s role in the Cold-War era treaty, a day after a similar US move. BBC News – Europe
France puts up food and drink prices under new law
A law aimed at helping French farmers makes Camembert, Nutella and other brands more expensive. BBC News – Europe
Brexit: Backstop is ‘part and parcel’ of the deal, says Michel Barnier
The EU’s chief negotiator says the backstop will not be renegotiated, despite the UK’s request. BBC News – Europe
Brexit: MPs reject move to delay departure date
MPs reject plan aimed at preventing a no-deal Brexit if Theresa May cannot get her deal through Commons. BBC News – Europe