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Ben Roberts-Smith, Australia’s most decorated living soldier, is seeking to defend his reputation against reports in three newspapers that he says falsely accuse him of being a war criminal. Ben Doherty reports
In today’s newsletter: After months of drama the world’s most online billionaire has tweeted that he has acquired the social network. The Guardian’s UK technology editor, Alex Hern, breaks down what might happen next
Why are far-right parties becoming more influential in European politics? Jon Henley reports on the rise of the Brothers of Italy and the Sweden Democrats
The killing of the former prime minister shocked Japan, and the ensuing scandal has shaken the government, says Justin McCurry in Tokyo
In today’s newsletter: The prime minister announced the end of her brief tenure, and the candidates to replace her are already circling No 10