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Ukraine war: Putin says Russia does not reject peace talksThe Russian leader also sought to justify the arrest of critical voices, claiming they were harming the country from inside. BBC News – Europe

Rishi Sunak to set out energy security plans in ScotlandRishi Sunak is meeting senior figures from the oil and gas, renewable and nuclear industries this week. BBC News – UK

Rivals' silence at Iowa dinner shows Trump's dominance in 2024 raceAt key Iowa dinner only one Republican opponent challenged Trump head on – and he was roundly booed. BBC News – US & Canada

Niger coup: West African leaders threaten military interventionWest African leaders set a seven-day deadline for the junta to reinstate the ousted president. BBC News – Africa

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NatWest row: Not helpful if chairman quits over Nigel Farage, says ministerAndrew Griffith’s comments come after PM Rishi Sunak refused to back Sir Howard Davies. BBC News – Business

Israel-Lebanon border tension raises fears of bloody escalationThe Israeli-Lebanon front line holds ever-present risks of a new and devastating conflict. BBC News – Middle East

Lionel Messi scores twice and assists once on first Inter Miami start in 4-0 winLionel Messi scores twice and assists once on his first start for Inter Miami in a 4-0 win over Atlanta United. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Wagner could pose as migrants to enter EU, PM Morawiecki warnsSome Russian mercenaries are near the city of Grodno, close to Poland and Lithuania, Mr Morawiecki says. BBC News – Europe

Andrew Malkinson: End living cost charge for wrongfully convicted, Tory MP saysA man wrongly imprisoned for 17 years may have to pay back savings he made on living costs while in prison. BBC News – UK