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Three soldiers from a southern African military force have been killed in a mortar attack in the east of the Democratic Republic of Congo. All three soldiers were from Tanzania. Three others were hurt.

Nicaragua has asked the UN’s highest court to halt German weapons sales to Israel at the start of a landmark case. Germany faces accusations of breaching the UN genocide convention by sending military hardware to Israel and stopping funding of the UN’s aid agency.

As rivers swell, many citizens in the Russian city of Orenburg are bracing for widespread flooding. The seasonal floods have been far worse than usual, caused by melting snow from the Ural Mountains, triggering evacuations throughout the area.

Former US President Donald Trump has said abortion rights should be left to individual states to decide – as they have been since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade in 2022. His comments have drawn criticism from both liberals and conservatives. Many in his Republican Party had wanted him to back a nationwide ban on abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy.

Bayern Munich make decision over sacking Thomas Tuchel before Arsenal showdown Bayern Munich have no plans to sack Thomas Tuchel ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League showdown against Arsenal despite Saturday’s humiliating defeat against Heidenheim. The former Chelsea manager surrendered the Bundesliga title to Bayer Leverkusen last week after a demoralising home defeat against Borussia Dortmund. Worse was to follow this afternoon, however, as the soon to be deposed champions threw away a 2-0 lead and in the process lost to a Bundesliga side enjoying their maiden top flight season for the first time in 24 years. Tuchel announced his intention…

Premier League hand Everton new two-point deduction over PSR breach Everton have been handed a new two-point deduction by the Premier League for breaking profitability and sustainability rules (PSR). It is the second punishment the Toffees have faced this season, having already been hit with a six-point deduction, which dropped from 10 after an appeal. Fellow Premier League side Nottingham Forest were also hit with a points deduction for breaking PSR rules this term while Championship club Leicester City have been charged too. Sean Dyche’s have dropped one spot in table to 16th – two points above the relegation zone…

Seven games to go: The fixtures that will decide the title race for Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City The Premier League title race remains finely poised after the weekend’s latest round of matches, with just one point now separating Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City. Liverpool’s profligate draw at Old Trafford has allowed Arsenal to claim top spot after their own 3-0 victory at Brighton – a result which bumps up their healthy goal difference even more – while City are breathing down their necks after coming from behind against Crystal Palace. With just seven games left of the season, there…

Rafael Nadal reveals mental health struggles as injury delays retirement Rafael Nadal admits he is struggling with his mental health as his abdominal injury continues to derail his plans for a farewell tour before retirement. The Spanish tennis legend, who turns 38 in June, has spoken openly about hanging up his racket and 2024 was set to be his final season in the sport. Nadal has massively struggled to keep fit, though, and has been unable to feature in a competitive match since the Brisbane International back in January. The 22-time Grand Slam champion, one of the best and most…

Graham Potter turns down Ajax job amid Manchester United links Former Chelsea boss Graham Potter has turned down an approach from Ajax over taking charge of the Dutch giants. The four-time European Cup winners have suffered their worst campaign in living memory this term. A 6-0 defeat to rivals Feyenoord on Sunday was the lowest point of the campaign, leaving Ajax in sixth in the table. The club are already planning for next season, with the appointment of a permanent manager a priority.

Carlos Sainz boldly predicts when Max Verstappen’s Formula 1 dominance will end Max Verstappen and Red Bull won’t have an advantage over the rest of the Formula 1 grid for too many more races, Carlos Sainz has boldly predicted. However, the Ferrari star has warned that by the time they catch up, the championship battle may already done and dusted. After retiring in Australia, Verstappen was back to winning ways in Japan on Sunday, cruising to victory from pole with teammate Sergio Perez second and Sainz third. After four races, his lead in the championship stands at 13 points while…