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WHO says Gaza's al-Shifa hospital a death zone, as hundreds leaveThe UN health agency examines al-Shifa after last week’s raid by Israeli troops looking for a Hamas bunker. BBC News – Middle East

Argentines choose between polar opposites in run-offA left-wing economy minister and a far-right libertarian are vying to become the next president. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Ukraine war: The Russians snitching on colleagues and strangersIn Soviet Russia it was common for people to report others to the authorities – now the practice is back. BBC News – Europe

Autumn Statement: Hunt does not rule out income tax cutsThe chancellor says he wants to lower taxes but only in a responsible way that does not risk inflation. BBC News – UK

Sean 'Diddy' Combs: Singer Cassie settles lawsuit accusing rap mogul of rape and abuseA day after the singer sued the rap mogul, the pair said they wanted to “resolve this matter amicably”. BBC News – US & Canada

Joseph Boakai: Who is Liberia's next president, set to replace George WeahOpposition candidate Joseph Boakai is set to be Liberia’s next president, but what do we know about him? BBC News – Africa

Autumn Statement: Jeremy Hunt considering cuts to inheritance taxThe BBC has been told the chancellor is considering cutting some taxes in his Autumn Statement. BBC News – Business

Israel says it will allow two trucks of fuel a day into GazaMobile phone and internet connections have reportedly been partially restored after a fuel delivery. BBC News – Middle East

Will Argentina vote in a radical politician to fix the economy?Voters focus on candidates’ plans to tackle rising prices as inflation soars past an annual 140%. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Ukraine war: Marines gain riverbank foothold but front lines barely moveMarines talk of progress on “several bridgeheads” but soldiers talk of fatigue at the front. BBC News – Europe

Ashling Murphy: Victim impact statements from her family and boyfriendA court hears about the pain of Ashling Murphy’s mother, sister and boyfriend, as her killer is sentenced. BBC News – UK

X ad boycott gathers pace amid antisemitism stormUS firms, including Apple and Disney, are reportedly suspending ads on the Elon Musk-owned site. BBC News – US & Canada

Liberia election results: President George Weah calls Joseph Boakai to congratulate himPresident George Weah calls Joseph Boakai after his rival gained an unassailable lead in the run-off vote. BBC News – Africa

Benefit claimants not seeking work to face mandatory work placementsIt is part of a plan to get people back to work, with more investment in career support also promised. BBC News – Business

BBC goes inside Al-Shifa hospital with the Israeli armyThe BBC enters hospital with Israeli forces and views small cache of weapons and other items they say were found there. BBC News – Middle East

Kenya's parliament back Haiti mission despite court caseLawmakers approve the sending of police officers even though a legal challenge is being heard. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Spain's Pedro Sánchez wins new term as PM after amnesty dealAfter weeks of haggling, the Socialist leader clinches a vote in parliament with a four-seat majority. BBC News – Europe

Hounslow house fire: Sixth person confirmed deadThe body of a sixth person was found at the scene of the fire in Hounslow, the Met Police said. BBC News – UK

How Biden's message to Israel has evolved since Hamas attacksThe US president has said the way Israel’s military responds will determine what is possible in the long term. BBC News – US & Canada

Somalia floods: Bodies unearthed and bridges swept awayGraveyards, bridges and harvests are swept away in the worst floods to hit Somalia in a century. BBC News – Africa