Lufthansa warns "summer will be chaotic" for Europe travellers

Travellers hoping to enjoy a summer vacation in Europe are being warned to expect further delays and cancellations. 

Airline executives in Germany, which is home to two of Europe's busiest airports Frankfurt and Munich, have warned passengers are likely to expect long queues and lengthy delays in coming months - with a lack of staff struggling to deal with a post-pandemic travel boom.  

From Berlin, Trent Murray reports. 

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Police in India demolished Muslim leader's house as protests erupt in parts of the country

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Authorities in India have razed the house of a Muslim leader after protests turned violent in the country's most populated state.

Hundreds have taken to the streets over the weekend after a ruling party official made derogatory remarks against Prophet Mohammad during a TV debate.

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China says it will fight to the end to prevent Taiwan split

China’s Defense Chief says the country will fight to the very end if anyone tries to split Taiwan from China. Political analysts say it’s the strongest warning yet to the US over Washington’s policies towards the self-governed island.  

Richard Kimber reports from Hong Kong. 

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Yen falls to record 20 year low vs. dollar

The Japanese Yen hit a new 20-year low on Monday, falling to 135 versus the greenback.

The gap between the two currencies has continued to widen as the countries pursue contrasting monetary policy approaches.

Nora Weinek reports from Tokyo.

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US Senators reach deal on gun safety

A group of 20 US Senators have agreed a bipartisan deal to address gun
violence, following several high-profile mass shootings.

President Joe Biden has praised the agreement, even though it does not
include the ban on assault weapons that he's been calling for.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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20m viewers for Jan 6th Capitol hearing

Nearly 20 million people watched the first public hearing of the Jan
6th committee which is investigating Donald Trump's involvement in the
US Capitol attack.

Democrats hoped the carefully scheduled primetime evening event would
draw in viewers to hear their arguments that Trump was central to the
planned assault.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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UK Foreign Secretary slams death sentences for two British nationals in breakaway region of Ukraine

UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has labelled the death sentences given to two British nationals by a court in a breakaway region of eastern Ukraine..."an egregious breach of the Geneva convention."

She made the comments after a telephone call with her Ukrainian counterpart, Dmytro Kuleba.

The two British men and a Moroccan citizen - who were captured while fighting in the Ukrainian army in Mariupol - are being held in the self-proclaimed Donetsk People's Republic.

Giles Gibson is in London and has more.

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32 People Killed in Nigeria’s Kaduna state

Suspected terrorists have killed 32 people in four communities in Kaduna state in northwest Nigeria.

The armed men who invaded the communities on motorbikes, also burnt houses leaving many people displaced.

Correspondent Tesem Akende reports.

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All eyes on Fed in week ahead [PREVIEW]

Investors in the U.S. this week will be focusing their attention on an
upcoming Federal Reserve meeting.

The Fed is expected to announce another interest rate hike when the
meeting wraps up on Wednesday.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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Embattled Uvalde school police chief defends himself in interview

The embattled Uvalde school police chief criticized for his actions during the deadly mass shooting at Robb Elementary has broken his silence.

In his most extensive comments yet, Pete Arredondo defended the police response insisting not a single officer hesitated to put themselves at risk.

He also denied giving a stand-down order.

Toni Waterman has more.

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UN says death sentence for Ukraine fighters amounts to a war crime

The UN says death sentences issued for three foreign fighters in
Ukraine amount to a war crime.

The men were captured while fighting against Russia.

Sarah Walton reports

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US ending Covid-19 testing requirement for air travellers entering the country

The United States is lifting its requirement for travellers to test negative for Covid-19 upon entering the country.

The move will go into effect for those arriving by air from midnight on Sunday.

From Washington, Benji Hyer reports. 

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Inflation increases at fasted pace since 1981

Fresh data shows that inflation in the United States has accelerated
at its fastest pace since 1981.

Rising food and fuel prices are a significant factor and could weigh
on the spending power of the U.S. consumer.

William Denselow reports from New York.

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US sees Covid spike at tourist hotspots

A spike in Covid-19 cases has been recorded at several tourist
hotspots in the US.

It's thought summer holiday makers are spreading the virus.

Sarah Walton reports

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British government under fire for plans to burn PPE

The British government has come under fire for plans to burn unused Personal Protective Equipment.

A watchdog has questioned the environmental impact of recycling and burning the PPE to generate power.

Sally Patterson has more in London.

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Uganda says it has isolated six people suspected of contracting monkeypox. Some of the patients are Congolese refugees entering Uganda through the Bunagana border point, in the western part of the country. Leon Ssenyange reports

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Human rights lawyer says Two British men sentenced to death by Russian-backed court will be difficult to free

Two British men who fought in the Ukrainian army and were captured by Russian forces have been sentenced to death.

Aiden Aslin and Shaun Pinner were both legitimate members of the Ukrainian army when they were captured in the city of Mariupol.

On Thursday a Russian-backed court labelled them mercenaries and sentenced them to death.

The UK government has condemned the ruling and is working to overturn it.

But Human rights lawyer Wayne Jordash said it would be difficult to fight it.

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EU interior ministers talk next steps in hosting Ukrainian refugees

Ministers from all 27 European Union member states are putting their heads together to mull next steps in their efforts to host millions of Ukrainians who fled Russia's invasion. 

EU members will also try to make a political breakthrough on a major migration pact, a policy area which for years has proved politically divisive.

Rosie Birchard reports from Brussels

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Daily Covid-19 infections in India continue fresh surge

India has reported more than 7,000 new Covid-19 infections recorded in the past 24 hours for the second day in the row, as cases continue to rise in the country.

Authorities are starting to tighten some Covid guidelines again amid fears of a fourth wave.

Our correspondent Rebecca Bundhun reports from Mumbai.

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CALLS FOR RUSSIAN AMBO TO BE SUMMONED OVER DEATH SENTENCES

There are calls for the Russian ambassador to be summoned to the Foreign Office - over death sentences handed to two British soldiers.

Aiden Aslin and Shaun Pinner were captured by Russian forces while fighting for Ukraine.

Foreign Secretary Liz Truss has described the sentencing by pro-Moscow rebels as a "sham judgment".

Former British ambassador to Russia Sir Tony Brenton says there will be diplomatic efforts underway to secure their release.

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