BBC World News

1. 'I thought I was going to die' - Venezuelans describe earthquake panic

   Buildings were flattened in the capital Caracas, where voices have been heard calling from the rubble.

2. Europe's heatwave shifts east as France raises health alert to highest level

   Temperatures in Germany could hit 40C in some areas while French officials say deaths linked to the heat are being seen among young people.

3. Trump asks Congress for billions for Iran war, after tension with Republicans

   But the budget faces an uphill battle as the president spars with some members of his own party over the issue.

4. Key figure in South Africa police corruption scandal pleads guilty

   Prosecutors say Vusimusi "Cat" Matlala could provide evidence against "high-ranking officials".

5. Oil price falls back to pre-Iran war levels

   Signs that traffic through the key Strait of Hormuz shipping route is gradually resuming has helped to push the oil price down.