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Johnson will call General Election before October 31, says Welsh MEP

A Welsh Brexit Party MEP has told Euronews he believes Boris Johnson will call a General Election before the Brexit deadline of October 31st. Nathan Gill said he believed it would happen on Thursday October 24th

Indonesia

At least seven powerful aftershocks followed

An earthquake of magnitude 7.3 struck the Moluccas islands in eastern Indonesia on Sunday, causing panic among residents, but there were no immediate reports of casualties or major damage.

Iran

UK offers release of Iran tanker if oil isn't bound for Syria

Foreign Secretary Jeremy Hunt said the tanker detained near Gibraltar could be released if the UK receives guarantees that its oil isn't bound for Syria.

France

Germany and Norway advance into last 8 of Women's World Cup

Germany and Norway advance into last 8 of Women's World Cup after victories over Nigeria and Australia.

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Trump behind in polls despite his claim that story is "fake news", says expert

Sport

Netherlands, Canada advance to last 16 of FIFA Women's World Cup

The Netherlands convincingly beat Cameroon 3-1 on Saturday while Canada won against New Zealdn 2-0.

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia demands action on energy security after tankers' attacks

Crew members of the oil tanker Front Altair, one of two vessels attacked this week in the Gulf of Oman, have landed in Dubai. The attacks happened three days ago. It comes amid calls from Saudi Arabia to secure Gulf energy supplies given that the tankers are on a vital oil shipping route.

Switzerland

Mike Pompeo: Iran should behave like 'a normal nation'

Mike Pompeo said the U.S. is prepared to engage with Iran about its nuclear programme but first needs to see the country behaving like "a normal nation."

France

Football superstar Neymar denies Paris rape allegations

Paris St Germain and Brazil international Neymar has denied allegations by an unidentified woman that he raped her in Paris last month.

World

Small-scale Danish fishermen push back against industrial fishing

Traditional fishermen in the Danish village of Thorupstrand are pushing back against large-scale fishing operations that they say are threatening their livelihood and through that, their way of life.

World

One direction? Does newly-elected Zelenskiy know where he's headed?

A Ukraine-based business expert says he's not convinced that even Vlodymyr Zelenskiy knows what his policies as Ukrainian president will be. Zelensky, a political novice, swept to an overwhelming victory over incumbent president Petro Poroshenko.

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Former Nissan boss Ghosn re-arrested while on bail

Former Nissan Motor company boss Carlos Ghosn has been arrested for a fourth time. Media reports have suggested it concerns alleged improper payments made by the car giant to a dealer in Oman.

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Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's husband renews pleas for her release on third anniversary

Today is the third anniversary of Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's arrest on spying charges in Iran. The British-Iranian charity worker was detained at Tehran Airport while attempting to return home to London after visiting family.

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Amnesty International denies terror charges against its Turkish team

The trial of the eleven, including Taner Elic, the Head of Amnesty in Turkey, resumes in Istanbul today.

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The rise of Dubai's mid-range hotels

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Dubai is known for luxury hotels and the unofficial term “Seven Star”, but lately a steady rise in more affordable hotel rooms in has been taking place.

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Dubai's best beaches: where to play and surf in the famous seaside city

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If sun, surf and sand are your idea of fun, there is plenty to experience on the beaches of Dubai. The sea is crystal-clear and warm; the sand is soft, and each beachside area has its own distinct personality.

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Can May bring back Brexit deal for third Commons vote?

Theresa May’s deal was resoundingly defeated for the second time when brought back last week.

World

UK pressure group demands : 'Take a break from Brexit'

A UK pressure group says the government's attempt to pass its Brexit agreement by threatening No Deal has failed and a new consultation process should begin.

World

Troubled France-Italy high speed railway hits further major delay

The troubled high speed rail project between France and Italy has hit another delay - the Italian Prime Minister has put construction tenders for the scheme on hold.

World

United States denies Russian accusations of planning military intervention in Venezuela

The United States has denied Russian accusations of planning military intervention in Venezuela, despite President Trump saying that "all options were still on the table."

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