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Ecuadorean mayor shot dead by gunmanA gunman kills the mayor of the port city of Manta, Agustín Intriago, as gang violence soars. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Rhodes wildfires are 'like a biblical catastrophe'As tourists evacuate, the wildfires have come at great personal cost to the Greek island’s residents. BBC News – Europe

Surge in ill health will have major impact on NHSThe number living with serious health conditions will rise nine times faster than those of healthy working age. BBC News – UK

Justice department sues Texas over floating barrier in Rio Grande riverTexas officials argue the barrier will help deter migrants from crossing into the US from Mexico. BBC News – US & Canada

Algeria wildfires: Dozens killed and thousands evacuatedNorthern Algeria has been experiencing a record heatwave with temperatures reaching 48C. BBC News – Africa

Treasury to meet bank bosses over Farage rowMinister calls meeting with 19 banks over concerns accounts are closed due to political views. BBC News – Business

Israel judicial reform: Netanyahu in hospital ahead of key voteIsraeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu had surgery to fit a pacemaker, days before a crucial vote on legal reforms. BBC News – Middle East

Brazil: Lula tightens gun control amid surge in ownershipThe Brazilian president has rolled back looser gun controls brought in by his far-right predecessor. BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Ukraine war: Russian strikes on Odesa damage Orthodox cathedralAt least one person was killed and 19 injured in the blasts, including four children. BBC News – Europe

Locals step in to help tourists after Rhodes firesFamilies on the island have offered up their spare bedrooms and sofas to stranded holidaymakers. BBC News – UK