BBC World News

1. Iran supreme leader admits thousands killed during recent protests

   Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says some deaths were “inhuman” and “savage” but blames the US.

2. Big names on Trump's peace panel face huge challenges in Gaza

   Whatever the concerns and complexities, it remains the only plan in town, with many world leaders pledging to support it, writes John Sudworth.

3. US judge restricts ICE response to Minneapolis protesters

   The legal order comes ahead of planned weekend protests and counter protests in the city amid ongoing immigration enforcement actions.

4. Ugandan leader extends 40-year rule after winning contested poll

   President Yoweri Museveni wins a seventh term, as his main rival Bobi Wine decries "fake results".

5. Syrian army moves east of Aleppo after Kurdish forces withdraw

   This comes after Syria's government announced its first formal recognition of Kurdish national rights since 1946.