Bbc one minute world news
Here is the latest BBC One Minute World News:
Breaking News
- The United States has imposed sanctions on several senior Iranian officials, including the head of Iran's judiciary, in response to the country's human rights record.
- The European Union has agreed to extend its economic sanctions on Russia for another six months, citing concerns over Moscow's actions in Ukraine.
- The World Health Organization has declared a global emergency over the outbreak of monkeypox, a rare viral disease that has spread to over 20 countries.
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- The Israeli military has launched airstrikes on targets in the Gaza Strip, in response to rocket attacks from the territory. The violence has left several people dead and many more injured.
- The United Nations has condemned the use of force against protesters in Sudan, where security forces have killed dozens of people in recent days.
- The European Union has agreed to provide financial support to Ukraine to help the country recover from the impact of the war with Russia.
International
- The United States has announced plans to withdraw its troops from Afghanistan by the end of the year, bringing an end to its longest war.
- The International Monetary Fund has agreed to provide a $1.4 billion loan to Sri Lanka to help the country recover from its economic crisis.
- The United Nations has launched an appeal for $1.2 billion to help respond to the humanitarian crisis in Yemen.
Business
- The global economy is facing a growing risk of recession, according to the International Monetary Fund, which has cut its forecast for global growth.
- The European Central Bank has raised interest rates for the first time in over a decade, in an effort to combat inflation.
- The price of oil has fallen to its lowest level in over a year, amid concerns over the global economic outlook.
Weather
- A severe heatwave is affecting parts of Europe, with temperatures expected to reach over 40 degrees Celsius in some areas.
- A tropical storm is forecast to make landfall in the southern United States, bringing heavy rain and strong winds.
- A heatwave is also affecting parts of Asia, with temperatures expected to reach over 40 degrees Celsius in some areas.
That's the latest news from around the world. Thank you for watching!