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Venezuela intensified ‘repressive machinery’ after Maduro re-election: UN
Crackdown following Nicolas Maduro's contested re-election in July has left 25 dead and 2,400 in jail.
Video: Rescue efforts after deadly building collapse in Sierra Leone
Rescue teams in Sierra Leone’s capital climbed the rubble of a seven-storey building to search for survivors.
India hits out after Iranian leader criticises treatment of Muslims
Despite strong ties, Khamenei’s past criticisms include India’s handling of Muslim issues and the Kashmir region.
How a beauty queen became the face of South Africa-Nigeria tensions
After Chidimma Adetshina suffered xenophobic abuse online, young Nigerians in South Africa say they feel unwelcome.
Firefighters rescued by helicopter from Czech Republic floods
Video shows firefighters being rescued by helicopter after they were submerged by floodwater in the Czech Republic.
Firefighters battle wildfires choking Brazilian capital
The blazes have consumed thousands of hectares of the Brasilia National Park.
Portugal battles deadly wildfires
The blazes in central and northern Portugal force authorities to evacuate villages and shut motorways.
Israel’s Netanyahu announces expanded war goals to include Lebanon border
Israeli prime minister says war aims should include enabling Israelis who fled areas near the border to return home.
Atishi to be new chief minister of India’s capital territory Delhi
This is a breaking news story, more details to follow.
What are Pakistan’s controversial constitutional amendments about?
The proposed amendments could weaken the independence of the judiciary, allege opposition parties and some experts.