Chelsea Manning's lawyers confirm suicide attempt

US Army whistle-blower Chelsea Manning tried to kill herself in prison last week, her lawyers have confirmed.

Ms Manning, who is transgender, is serving a 35-year-sentence at an all-male military prison.

Our North America Correspondent Harry Horton reports.

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