BBC World News

1. US says sanctions will 'squash' Iran's economy and 'collapse' its regime

   US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says allies will need to decide whether they "are with us or against us".

2. UK, France, Germany, Italy and Canada condemn Israel's West Bank settlement project

   European countries and Canada pile on pressure over Israel's plans to expand settlements in a strategically vital part of the occupied West Bank.

3. Russia 'purposefully' hit critical infrastructure in latest strikes, Kyiv mayor says

   At least 17 people were killed in the "massive attack" overnight on Ukraine's capital, as mayor Vitali Klitschko warns hot water supply has been disrupted.

4. Dozens dead after boat capsizes in north-western Nigeria

   The incident took place in the country's northwest ​Sokoto state, with many of the victims feared to be children.

5. Como mayor hit by electric bike and issues blanket ban in Italian city

   Alessandro Rapinese said the prohibition was for public safety, adding "I know what it's like to be hit by one of these beasts".