International News

1. Starmer to discuss migrant boat crossings with Meloni in Italy

   Meloni has overseen a 64% drop in migrant crossings from north Africa, but not without controversy.

2. Eight dead after Channel crossing attempt

   The Home Office says 801 people crossed the Channel on Saturday.

3. Russia and Ukraine exchange 206 prisoners

   The Russian servicemen released include those captured during Ukraine's recent attack in Kursk.

4. England 'could face Euros ban' over regulator plan

   Uefa warns ministers that England could be excluded from Euro 2028 over "concerns" that an independent football regulator could mean "government interference".

5. US denies claim CIA plotted to kill Venezuela president

   Three US citizens, two Spaniards and a Czech citizen were arrested on suspicion of planning to destabilise the country.

6. No new pledge on Ukraine missiles after Starmer-Biden talks

   Ukraine has repeatedly urged the UK and US to let it fire long-range missiles against targets inside Russia.

7. Women moved by defiant Gisèle Pelicot in France mass rape trial

   As her story has emerged, she has become a symbol of courage and resilience.

8. Ukrainians warn of being surrounded as Russia advances in east

   Speaking to the BBC, soldiers in eastern Ukraine fear that Russia is trying to surround them.

9. Putin draws new red line on long-range missiles

   Vladimir Putin has said Ukraine using the West's long-range missiles would mean Nato countries "fighting with Russia".