The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time.

The funding was agreed last December, but it has been held up in a row over Russian oil supplies to Hungary.

One of the pilots has been fined thousands of dollars by the military to cover repair costs.

The gunman visited the archaeological site repeatedly and appeared to act alone.

Taiwan has accused Beijing of putting pressure on African countries to close their airspace to Lai's plane.

The Conflict Insights Group (CIG) says its research also shows the extent of UAE involvement.