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Ukraine war: Putin influencers profiting from war propagandaRussia’s military bloggers are reaping the rewards of a growing advertising market on Telegram. BBC News – Europe

Mohamed Al Fayed: Former Harrods owner dies at 94The high-profile Egyptian businessman lost his son Dodi in the car crash that killed Princess Diana. BBC News – UK

Proud Boys Ethan Nordean and Dominic Pezzola jailed for US Capitol riotEthan Nordean was sentenced to 18 years in prison while Dominic Pezzola was given 10 years behind bars. BBC News – US & Canada

Gabon coup: Military chief says suspension of democracy only 'temporary'Gabon’s main opposition says the military shows no sign they plan to hand power back to civilians. BBC News – Africa

Train strikes: Passengers face disruption from two strike daysThe train drivers’ union, Aslef, and the RMT union will take part in strike action over pay and jobs. BBC News – Business

Israeli soldier killed, Palestinian teen attack suspect shot dead amid violent surgeA group of soldiers was hit during a spate of violent incidents in the West Bank and East Jerusalem. BBC News – Middle East

Xóchitl Gálvez: Mexican opposition pick female election candidateXóchitl Gálvez, backed by the centre-right PRI, says “ovaries are needed” to tackle organised crime. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Ukraine war: Russia and Iran invited back to Nobel Prize banquetThe Nobel Foundation says it advocates dialogue but a critic suggests it is being “incredibly naive”. BBC News – Europe

School buildings in England to shut over concrete safety fearsSchool leaders describe a “scramble” to address the issue, which affects more than 100 schools in England. BBC News – UK

Trump pleads not guilty in Georgia election fraud caseThe former US president also waived the right to appear at a court hearing next week. BBC News – US & Canada