Hisham al-Hashimi: Leading Iraqi expert on armed groups killed in Baghdad
Craig TaylorThe US and UN condemn the murder of Hisham al-Hashimi, who was shot outside his Baghdad home. BBC News – Middle East
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Iran nuclear: Natanz fire caused ‘significant’ damage
Iranian officials say cyber sabotage may be behind the blaze, which damaged a key nuclear facility. BBC News – Middle East
Jamal Khashoggi murder: Turkey puts 20 Saudis on trial in absentia
Two ex-aides of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman are among 20 on trial in absentia for the killing. BBC News – Middle East
Iran nuclear: ‘Incident’ at Natanz uranium enrichment facility
A fire reportedly damages a building, which US analysts say is a new centrifuge assembly workshop. BBC News – Middle East
Johnson warns Israel against plans to annex part of West Bank
The British prime minister says the move would be illegal and contrary to Israel’s interests. BBC News – Middle East
Israel annexation: What is the West Bank?
Concerns have been expressed around the world over plans by Israel’s prime minister to annex parts of the West Bank. BBC News – Middle East