Israel is to allow four-hour military pauses in Gaza according to the United States that has pushed for such a move. It will help protect those fleeing from danger and allow aid in.

Spain's acting prime minister, Pedro Sánchez, has agreed an amnesty deal with Catalan nationalists, bringing him closer to four more years in office.

Footballer Luis Dias' father has been released 13 days after being kidnapped by Colombian guerrillas.

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