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Syria: Dismay and fear as Bashar al-Assad returns to Arab foldSyrian’s President Bashar al-Assad is coming out of diplomatic isolation – to the terror of refugees. BBC News – Middle East

Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira: Brazilian former official indicted over murdersThe former head of Brazil’s Indigenous protection agency is accused of indirectly playing a part in journalist’s death. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Greek elections: Rail tragedy hangs over vote dominated by dynastiesAhead of Sunday’s election, Greece’s worst rail crash is held up as proof of a broken government. BBC News – Europe

Manchester City win Premier League for third successive season after Arsenal loseManchester City are crowned Premier League champions for a third successive season after title rivals Arsenal lose to Nottingham Forest. BBC News – UK

US debt ceiling talks hampered by 'serious differences'Republicans say the talks are “very frustrating”. The White House predicts “a difficult conversation”. BBC News – US & Canada

G7 Summit: Africa seeks new role as nations eye its resourcesAs wealthy nations compete, Africa wants to keep more of the benefits from its natural resources. BBC News – Africa

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Could a US debt default unleash global chaos?The BBC examines four ways you could be affected if the US fails to reach a deal on its debt. BBC News – Business

Iran executes three over anti-government protestsAmnesty says the men were killed in “a blatant act of vengeance” and without a fair trial. BBC News – Middle East

El Salvador gangs: Mass arrests bring calm but at what price?More than 66,000 people have been arrested since a state of exception was introduced a year ago. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean