Amir Amiry is expected to return to the US after months of negotiations for his release, which were led by Qatari mediators.
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Three dead and several injured after shooting at US waterfront bar
The attacker opened fire from a boat at a crowded waterfront bar in Southport, North Carolina, officials say.
Lola Young ‘doing OK’ after collapsing on stage during gig
Lola Young was performing at a festival when she appeared to drop her microphone and fall backwards.
Army sent to battle fire in Namibia tourist hotspot
Etosha National Park is home to endangered black rhinos and more than 100 diverse mammal species.
Swiss voters narrowly approve plan for electronic ID cards
The proposal was backed by 50.4% of voters, in the second Swiss ballot on the issue in four years.
Moldovans await pivotal election result as leader warns of Russian interference
The vote is seen as critical for Moldova’s future EU path, with the two main political forces thought to be neck and neck.
At least two dead and several injured in shooting at Mormon church in Michigan
Police say “hundreds” of people were attending Sunday service when the attacker drove a vehicle into the church and opened fire.
‘Hundreds’ of drones and missiles fired at Ukraine by Russia
At least four people have been killed in Kyiv following a Russian aerial bombardment across Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
At least 39 dead in crush at political rally in India
Tens of thousands had gathered at a campaign event for actor-turned-politician Vijay in India’s southern state of Tamil Nadu.
Thunberg denies claims Gaza flotilla is a publicity stunt
The Swedish activist tells the BBC that no one would “risk their life” purely to gain attention.