Israel’s army says three hostages’ bodies recovered

Counter-protesters made up the “vast majority” of arrests, as 300,000 marched calling for a Gaza ceasefire.

The NHS faces “unprecedented” pressure as the UK reports record numbers for a second day running.

The UK prime minister says Europe would take the lead but would need US backing for a peace plan.

Meanwhile, the UN says more than 1.5m people have now fled Ukraine since Russia invaded on 24 February.

More funding is needed to prepare for pandemics and prevent gains from being lost, Dame Sarah Gilbert says.