BBC World News

1. Oil prices hit $100 for the first time since May

   The price of Brent crude rose more than 6% on Thursday as the war in the Middle East continues to escalate.

2. Saudis must recognise Israel for nuclear deal, says Trump

   The US president says the landmark agreement to help Saudis develop nuclear energy is dependent on it joining the Abraham Accords.

3. France evacuates 20,000 as wildfires spread in south-west

   Most of those evacuated were tourists from campsites around Arcachon Bay in France's Gironde region.

4. India activist ends hunger strike after 26 days

   Sonam Wangchuk, a supporter of youth-led protesters demanding education reforms, says he wants to avert "possible violence".

5. Ukraine's ousted defence minister insists on being reinstated

   Mykhailo Fedorov refuses President Zelensky's offer to accept an alternative post, as the battle of wills continues.