France formally recognises Palestinian state

Speaking at the UN in New York, President Emmanuel Macron said "the time for peace has come".

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Copenhagen airport shut after drone sightings, police say

Take-offs and landings at the airport have been suspended since around 20:30 local time (19:30 BST).

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California bans most law enforcement including ICE from wearing masks

Law enforcement officials will also be required to identify themselves while conducting duties by both name and badge number.

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Watch: Keir Starmer says UK recognises Palestinian state

Prime Minister Starmer says the move will "revive the hope of peace" but Israel says it is "nothing but a reward for jihadist Hamas".

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Recognising Palestinian statehood opens another question - who would lead it?

With the president approaching 90 years of age and another possible candidate in jail, finding the right leadership would be a challenge

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'No sugar-coated cinema for me': Indian director who scripted history at Venice

Songs of Forgotten Trees, which won the Orizzonti Award at Venice, marks the first such win by an Indian director.

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British couple held by Taliban arrive in UK after release

Their son tells the BBC he is "overwhelmed" by release after nearly eight months in prison.

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