The historic items were taken in broad daylight and are now feared to have been broken down for parts.
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Israel’s ‘yellow line’ in Gaza gives Netanyahu room for manoeuvre
Israeli forces have pulled back to a boundary which leaves Israel in control of most of Gaza – keeping far-right ministers on Netanyahu’s side, for now.
Plans for Trump-Putin meeting shelved days after Budapest talks proposed
A White House official said there were “no plans” for the two presidents to meet in the “immediate future”.
Woman trying to kill cockroach sets South Korea apartment block ablaze
A neighbour died after falling to the ground in a failed attempt to escape through a window.
Woman charged after 1.5m euros of gold stolen from Paris museum
Prosecutors say the woman was arrested in Barcelona with around a kilogram of melted-down gold.
Slovak PM Fico’s attacker sentenced to 21 years in prison
Juraj Cintula – who fired five shots at close range at the prime minister – was found guilty of terrorism charges.
Can France retrieve its priceless crown jewels – or is it too late?
Experts warn that whilst the criminals may yet be caught, the gemstones they stole may never be recovered.
Vance arrives in Israel as US tries to strengthen Gaza ceasefire deal
The US vice-president’s visit comes after a flare-up of violence between Israel and Hamas that threatened to derail the 12-day-old truce.
Japan’s first female leader: A historic moment with caveats
Sanae Takaichi, Japan’s first female prime minister, is not known for progressive views on women’s equality.
US strikes on Latin American ‘drug boats’: What do we know, and are they legal?
Experts have suggested several attacks launched by the US may be illegal under international law.