BBC: Top Stories

• Russia and US battle for advantage in Ukraine war ahead of Trump's return

  Moscow appears to be maximising its gains while Joe Biden abandons long-held red lines at the end of his presidency.

• Deadly Israeli air strikes hit Gaza - reports

  Rescuers are said to be searching for survivors after buildings were hit in Beit Lahia and Gaza City.

• Las Vegas man who called 911 for help killed by police in his home

  Brandon Durham was tussling with a female intruder over a knife when an officer shot him multiple times.

• Moment world's tallest woman and shortest woman meet

  The pair shared afternoon tea in London in celebration of Guinness World Records Day 2024.

• Fourth tourist dies of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos

  Some suspect they consumed drinks laced with methanol, a deadly substance often found in bootleg alcohol.