Diplomatic editor Julian Borger discusses the report by the International Atomic Energy Agency into Iran's nuclear programme, and the likely response from Washington.
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Lt Col Rod Coffey commands the 3rd Squadron of the 2nd Stryker Cavalry Regiment in al-Qaida's last stronghold in the Iraqi capital. He speaks to the Observer's David Smith in Baghdad.
The extravagance of the Saudi ambassador to the UK has been laid bare after he was taken to court, as our investigations editor David Leigh explains.
In Somalia, Ethiopian troops are facing a tough battle against Islamist insurgents. Xan Rice reports.
Simon Hattenstone follows British boxer Ricky Hatton as he prepares for the fight of his life, following a strict regime of stand-up comedy and fry-ups.
Kevin McCarra previews this weekend's international football, with England and Scotland's fate in Europe in the balance.
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