Iran targets suspected Israeli collaborators

Hello. Iranian authorities have carried out arrests and executions on suspected Israeli collaborators in the wake of the recent war between the countries. My colleagues at BBC Persian report on the crackdown. In Zimbabwe, correspondent Shingai Nyoka speaks to white farmers considering a compensation deal for their evictions 25 years ago. And finally, watch as Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos's wedding guests arrive in Venice for the three-day party.

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Wave of arrests and executions in Iran

Human rights groups and activists have expressed fears over the latest developments. Credit: Getty Images

Iranian officials have been shaken by a series of high-profile assassinations during the conflict with Israel. Authorities are now targeting anyone suspected of working with foreign intelligence, saying it is for the sake of national security. As BBC Persian reports, many fear this is also a way to silence dissent and tighten control over the population. During the 12-day war, three people were executed after being accused of spying for Israel, and another three executions were carried out on Wednesday. Officials have announced the arrest of hundreds of people across the country accused of espionage, with alleged confessions from several detainees being aired on state television.

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Zimbabwe's controversial land deal

Before the land reform programme, Zimbabwe had about 2,500 white farmers owning 4,000 farms. Credit: Getty Images

In 2000, Zimbabwe seized white-owned farms as part of a chaotic land reform plan. The current government has sought to mend fences with white farmers and offered compensation. Shingai Nyoka explains why the deal is controversial, and only a small number of farmers have accepted it so far.