Russia: Bodies of 2,500 seals found along Caspian Sea coast
The seals were found on the Caspian Sea coast, but officials do not believe they died violently.
EU must act over distortions from US climate plan – von der Leyen
Ursula von der Leyen says the EU must act amid concerns within the bloc over US climate legislation.
Ukraine war: Two generations share bed after Russian strikes
Sofia lives in cramped conditions with her boyfriend and his mother after strikes destroyed their home.
Iran executes four men over alleged links with Israel’s intelligence service
The executions come at a time of heightened tensions in Iran after more than two months of protests.
Cyril Ramaphosa: South African leader leaves future in ANC hands
Cyril Ramaphosa, under pressure following a critical report, says the ANC will decide his next move.
Syria: Protesters storm governor’s office in southern city of Sweida
Protesters in the Druze-majority city of Sweida reportedly call for the overthrow of President Assad.
Trump’s call for ‘end’ of constitution condemned by Democrats
The White House says the former president's comments are "anathema to the soul of our nation".
Iran to disband morality police amid ongoing protests, says attorney general
The move would mark a concession to protesters but it has not been confirmed by other authorities.
Mount Semeru: Indonesia raises alert to highest level as volcano erupts on Java island
Japan also issued a tsunami warning for its southernmost islands after the eruption.
Cutting energy prices will take years – power boss
The head of energy giant Enel says renewables are key to getting prices back to pre-Ukraine war levels.