The tragic case of Sara Sharif highlights major failings by the courts, police, social services, and educators, who missed numerous opportunities to prevent her death at the hands of her father and stepmother.

A report by MPs criticises the NHS for inadequate care in gynaecology, citing poor understanding of women’s health issues and highlighting the impact of dismissive attitudes towards patients’ pain.

The instability in Syria presents a significant security concern for the West, with fears that the potential escape of thousands of detained extremists could lead to increased threats, as highlighted by a warning from a former MI6 chief.

Bashar al-Assad has fled to Moscow as rebel forces take control of Damascus, raising concerns among Western leaders over increased risk and instability in the region.