Giro D’Italia race opens in Jerusalem
Craig TaylorChris Froome has many challenges to face, both on and off the bike, as he attempts to win a third successive Grand Tour, writes Tom Fordyce. BBC News – Middle East
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Libya violence: Twelve killed in Tripoli election HQ attack
The Islamic State group says it was behind the attack, amid concerns over election security. BBC News – Middle East
Iran calls Netanyahu ‘infamous liar’ over nuclear documents
Iran calls Israel’s PM an “infamous liar” over allegations of a secret nuclear weapons programme. BBC News – Middle East
Iran nuclear deal: France’s Emmanuel Macron pushes for talks
President Macron speaks to his Iranian counterpart, who says an existing deal is non-negotiable. BBC News – Middle East
IS web media targeted in EU-led attack
The EU police agency says it has “punched a big hole” in Islamic State propaganda. BBC News – Middle East
Israel floods: Arrests as 10 teens drown on school trip
The group, which was on a bonding trip, was swept away in flash floods in the Negev desert. BBC News – Middle East