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Israel and Lebanon signed a framework agreement in Washington on Friday aimed at ending their hostilities. Both sides declared their intention to achieve "lasting peace and security" and bring an end to the state of war that has existed since 1948. Hezbollah was not involved in the negotiations and has said the deal is "null and void".

Turkey is getting ready to host the Nato summit in Ankara on 7 and 8 July. More than 200 people have been arrested in the run-up on the grounds that they planned to stage protests that portray Turkey as a "terrorist state". The Turkish Presidential Office is also reportedly vetting the list of accredited journalists. For Turkish commentators this is a bitter prelude to the summit.

Two devastating earthquakes struck Venezuela last week, claiming more than 1,400 lives and leaving tens of thousands injured, missing or homeless. Entire blocks of buildings collapsed. Rescue teams from within the country and abroad continue the search for survivors. Commentators see more in play here than a spontaneous readiness to help.