Donald Trump arrives in Canada for G7 summit
US President Donald Trump arrives in Canada to attend a summit of G7 leaders, with the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel likely to dominate the agenda. IMAGES
"This is a South Africa moment for Palestine," the head of the Palestinian mission to the UK, Husam Zomlot, says on Britain's recognition of a Palestinian State, alongside Commonwealth members Canada and Australia. Speaking from the Palestinian mission in London, Zomlot adds that "We need to bring America to international consensus, rather than wait for America to come to its senses". SOUNDBITE
US President Donald Trump arrives in Canada to attend a summit of G7 leaders, with the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel likely to dominate the agenda. IMAGES
Firefighters have contained a massive wildfire in southern France, but still face a "complicated" struggle. Officials warn that scorching heat and dry winds could reignite the blaze. "The fire is now under control. This still requires continued mobilisation. We must hold on and not weaken," Amelie Trioux, chief of staff of the Aude prefect, tells a press briefing. SOUNDBITE
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says US President Donald Trump "did nothing wrong" in connection with the Jeffrey Epstein scandal, during a press briefing at the White House in Washington. Her remarks come after Democrats released emails suggesting Epstein claimed Trump was aware of his sexual abuse and had "spent hours" with one of his victims. SOUNDBITE
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