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1. Zelenskyy's poise, presence and persuasion could be key for Ukraine at crucial Washington talks

   The Ukrainian president arrives in Washington DC today, the 548th day of the war, with a plea - "do not abandon us now".

2. Fentanyl stash found in New York nursery days after toddler died from suspected overdose

   Police have discovered a large quantity of fentanyl hidden in a nursery days after a toddler died from an apparent overdose from the opioid.

3. 'Every day we get closer': Bin Salman suggests Saudi Arabia and Israel are set to reach historic deal

   The Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Bin Salman, has denied reports that negotiations with Israel over a possible normalisation deal have been suspended and insisted that "every day we get closer".

4. Canada shifting diplomats in India amid 'threats' - as visas suspended for its citizens

   Canada is "adjusting" its diplomatic presence in India as Delhi suspends visas for Canadian citizens.

5. Three navy personnel die after being swept off submarine deck

   Three South African navy personnel have died after seven members of a submarine crew were swept off the vessel's deck by large waves, the country's department of defence has said.

6. Saudi prince says he will continue 'sportswashing' to boost economy

   Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has said he "doesn't care" if Saudi Arabia is accused of "sportswashing" - as long as it adds to the country's GDP.

7. Devious parasitic plant convinces host to grow into its own flesh

   Scientists have observed how a merciless parasitic plant convinces its host to grow into its own flesh.

8. Best pictures from state visit to France - as Queen plays table tennis and King gifted football shirt

   The King received a warm welcome from French politicians while he delivered a historic speech as the first British monarch to speak at the country's senate.

9. King Charles says UK will 'always be one of France's closest allies and best friends' in historic speech

   The King has said the late Queen's "golden thread will forever shine brightly" in the first ever speech by a British monarch to the French Senate.

10. Ukraine soldiers 'chew and choke Russian occupiers' as Zelenskyy quotes Abraham Lincoln

    Volodymyr Zelenskyy has lauded the strength of Ukrainian soldiers fighting for the war-torn country as they "chew and choke the Russian occupiers".