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Backed into a legal corner, Donald Trump comes out swinging in courtTaking the stand in his own defence, Donald Trump engaged in heated exchanges with Judge Engoron. BBC News – US & Canada

South Africa recalls all diplomats from IsraelThe move is in response to one of the heaviest nights of airstrikes in Gaza since the conflict began. BBC News – Africa

Wilko workers on life after the retailer's collapseMore than 12,000 staff were made redundant when Wilko closed – for some, finding a job has been tough. BBC News – Business

BBC on scene of damage after blast at Gaza refugee campHamas officials say at least 45 people were killed after an Israeli strike, the IDF says it is investigating. BBC News – Middle East

Luis Diaz: Jurgen Klopp says he will allow forward to decide availability after father's kidnappingLiverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he will allow Luis Diaz to decide whether he is available this weekend following the kidnapping of his father in Colombia. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Ukraine war: Zelensky says Israel-Gaza conflict taking focus away from fightingOne of Russia’s goals is to draw global attention away from the war in Europe, says Ukraine’s president. BBC News – Europe

Buyer of battery firm Britishvolt fails to pay staffAn Australian firm which bought Britishvolt has not paid the firm’s UK staff for the last four months. BBC News – UK

Four surprises that could upend the 2024 US electionA year ahead of the US presidential election, and anything could happen. BBC News – US & Canada

Ghana's Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia chosen as NPP presidential candidateVice President Mahamudu Bawumia will contest the presidency under the NPP’s banner in elections. BBC News – Africa

China and Australia: Frenemies who need each otherAustralia’s Anthony Albanese is in Beijing this weekend for the first such trip in seven years. BBC News – Business