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US to withdraw military personnel from Niger, source says
More than 1000 troops will leave the West African nation after military deals were ended following the 2023 coup.

Scottish Greens to vote on future of Bute House Agreement
The Scottish Greens have called an EGM after the Scottish government ditched key climate change targets.

Man City's Haaland a doubt for FA Cup semi-final
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland is a doubt for his side's FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea on Saturday.

Police investigate Joey Barton tweets
Mr Barton says he has been visited by officers "four times in three days".

The Papers: 'World waits on Iran' and Sunak gets tough on benefits
The newspapers join the world in watching and wondering how Israel and Iran will respond to each other's attacks.

Attack sends message to Iran but Israelis divided over response
Some in Israel had been calling for a stronger move than this apparently limited strike, writes James Landale.

Ex-Wales, Burnley and Swansea winger James dies aged 71
Leighton James, the former Burnley Swansea, Derby County and Wales winger, dies at the age of 71.

Nato pledges more advanced air defences to Ukraine
Kyiv has long been pressing for hi-tech Patriot systems to defend against deadly Russian attacks.

Someone screamed 'don't do it' before man set himself on fire - BBC reporter
The BBC's Nada Tawfik was outside the New York court where Donald Trump's trial is taking place.

Man who raped Dutch tourist in Northland denied parole for eighth time
Keith Anthony McEwen was sentenced to preventive detention for the abduction of a Dutch couple on their honeymoon.

Focus on Politics: Luxon boosts defence amid rising global tensions
As global tensions escalated this week, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon was touring Southeast Asia, strengthening defence and security ties.

Worker rescued from deep hole at Auckland Central Interceptor site
The worker was winched out by crane after becoming trapped under a steel pole at Auckland Council's Central Interceptor site.

Grace Millane case: Rough sex defence a 'cop out', lead detective says
Scott Beard recalls Grace Millane's mum sobbing beside him in court as her killer's lawyers argued she had asked him to strangle her.

What to look out for in Scottish Cup semi-finals
Here's all you need to know on Scottish Cup semi-final weekend and how to follow on the BBC.

Client accuses therapist of rape during session
Ella Janneh has brought a civil claim against Michael Lousada after he faced no criminal charges.

Isfahan - strategic Iranian city where explosions heard
The historic city, nicknamed "Nesf-e-Jahaan" or half the world, is also a centre for military industry.

Squatters begin leaving Gordon Ramsay pub
Four squatters left the pub on Friday after a court order was made to allow the owners to retake it.

BBC presenter reports racist abuse on London train
Mary Mandefield said a group of men were racist and misogynistic to passengers in south London.

Protester sets himself on fire outside Trump trial
Police said the man, who was in a critical condition after the incident, had pamphlets on a "conspiracy theory".

Big leave balances due to short-staffing, doctors say
Health NZ's orders to clamp down on leave balances to save money will hurt patients, junior doctors say.

Solomon Islands political chess match begins - Manasseh Sogavare re-elected in East Choiseul
The incumbent prime minister has been re-elected in the East Choiseul constituency, opening move in the political chess match to form the next government of Solomon Islands.

Supercars: Unpredictable Taupo circuit to test drivers
The Taupo track's mixed surface and busy layout, complicated by wet conditions, will ensure drivers earn their wages.