The US slaps harsh new sanctions on Iran as Pakistan tries to kickstart peace talks. Then: Andy Burnham’s first overseas visit as prime minister to Ukraine. And: Canadian news and a preview of Konfekt’s new book.

The US slaps harsh new sanctions on Iran as Pakistan tries to kickstart peace talks. Then: Andy Burnham&rsquo;s first overseas visit as prime minister to Ukraine. And: Canadian news and a preview of Konfekt&rsquo;s new book.

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