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BBC News - World

Russian general killed by car bomb in Moscow, officials say -- Fanil Sarvarov was the head of the armed forces' operational training department, Russia's Investigative Committee said.

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US pursuing third oil tanker linked to Venezuela, official says -- The move comes days after President Donald Trump said that he was ordering a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela.

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All pupils kidnapped from Nigeria Catholic school now free - officials -- The authorities confirm the remaining students abducted in Niger state last month have been released.

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Image in Epstein files that features Trump reinstated after backlash -- It was one of several removed from the justice department website because of concerns from victims, said a US official.

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US and Ukraine call Miami talks productive despite no breakthrough -- Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, issued a statement with the top Ukrainian negotiator after discussing the latest peace plans.

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In rebel-held Myanmar, civilians face devastating air strikes and a sham election -- The BBC goes to a rebel-held part of Myanmar, ahead of a government-mandated election starting this month.

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'I knew something was seriously wrong - again': Bondi area reels from two deadly attacks in two years -- The Bondi shooting, and a deadly stabbing attack just last year, have left scores scarred and traumatised.

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Israel approves 19 new settlements in occupied West Bank -- Far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said the move was about blocking the establishment of a Palestinian state.

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Thailand, Cambodia agree to talks in bid to end deadly conflict - minister -- At least 41 people have been killed and nearly one million others displaced on both sides, officials said.

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Rights groups condemn new record number of executions in Saudi Arabia -- At least 347 people have now been put to death this year, according to the UK-based campaign group Reprieve.

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How Israel's grassroots hostage families group became a powerful international force -- With just one hostage left in Gaza, members of the forum reflect on its influence in Israel and abroad.

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Divided between two states, the town at the heart of America's abortion debate -- The only abortion clinic in town is fighting an eviction notice and other efforts to shut it down.

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Why Croatia's capital wants to hold Europe's best Christmas market -- The festive events help to put cities on the map and attract millions of tourists.

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Afcon is a special tournament, says Premier League star Iwobi -- The Fulham midfielder will represent his birth country Nigeria in the competition featuring 24 nations.

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This billionaire tested China's limits. It cost him his freedom -- Lai, who is facing life in prison, always said he owed Hong Kong, a city that had given him "everything".

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Why British Jews are experiencing their biggest change in 60 years -- There have been shifts in how secure many British Jews feel - and how connected they feel to the rest of the community.

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Watch: Images, cassettes and high-profile figures from Epstein files -- The partial release of documents includes photos of the late sex offender's properties, audio files and redacted documents.

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Putin tells BBC Western leaders deceived Russia -- BBC Russia editor Steve Rosenberg had the opportunity to ask Vladimir Putin about his plans for the future of the country.

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Ros Atkins on... The alleged links between the UAE and Sudan's civil war -- BBC Analysis Editor Ros Atkins examines allegations of links between the UAE and Sudan's RSF in the civil war, as international efforts continue to seek an end to the fighting.

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What does TikTok's deal mean for America's users? -- The BBC's Asia business correspondent says it is still unclear what sort of experience TikTok users in the US will get.

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Surfers and swimmers pay tribute to victims of Bondi shooting -- Hundreds paddle out at Bondi beach to commemorate the shooting victims from Sunday's attack.

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Gold price climbs above $4,400 to hit record high -- Investors are flocking to precious metals amid geopolitical tensions and with more US interest rate cuts expected.

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Bondi gunmen 'meticulously' planned attack for months, police allege -- Police release a tranche of documents allegedly tracing the suspects' movements prior to the deadly shooting.

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Why India's Aravalli hills are at the centre of growing protests -- A new definition of what constitutes as the Aravalli hills could dilute environmental protections, say activists.

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'Very cool': The 70s Afro-rock genre enjoying a surprising rebirth -- In 1970s Zambia, Zamrock led a musical revolution. It's now back, with some big names among its proponents.

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