International News

1. Trump gives Hungary one-year exemption from Russian energy sanctions

   The opt-out comes despite the US increasing pressure on allies to sever economic ties with Russia.

2. Six dead as Russia hits energy and residential sites in Ukraine

   Overnight, 25 locations including Kyiv were hit, leaving many areas without electricity and heating.

3. Serbia clears the way for controversial Trump-linked property plan

   The president's son-in-law wants to build a hotel on the ruins of the former Yugoslav Army headquarters.

4. Belgium rushes to secure drone defences after airport disruption

   After drone sightings cause Zaventem airport near Brussels to close temporarily, Belgium turns to its European allies for help.

5. Four held after protesters set off flares during Israeli orchestra concert in Paris

   Clashes broke out during one of three disruptions to the performance featuring conductor Lahav Shani.

6. British man jailed after trying to spy for Russia

   Howard Phillips's ex-wife said he dreamt of being like James Bond and was infatuated with MI6.

7. Louvre criticised for spending money on art instead of security in years before heist

   Three weeks after the spectacular jewel theft at the Louvre, the museum is accused of neglecting safety and security.

8. Why the fall of this city would matter to Ukraine and Russia

   The battle for Pokrovsk - on a big road and rail artery in the Donetsk region - has been going on for well over a year.

9. Fire at Turkey perfume warehouse kills six

   President Recep Tayyip Erdogan offered his "deepest condolences to the families" and said the government was investigating.