BBC: Brexit bill 'in limbo' as MPs reject timetable
Boris Johnson has hit the pause button on his Brexit legislation after MPs rejected his plan to get it through the Commons in three days.
MPs backed his Withdrawal Agreement Bill - but minutes later voted against the timetable, leaving it "in limbo".
After the vote, EU Council President Donald Tusk said he would recommend EU leaders backed an extension to the 31 October Brexit deadline.
But a No 10 source said if a delay was granted, the PM would seek an election.
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MIDDLE EAST
U.S. tells Turkey withdrawal of Kurdish fighters complete: Turkish defense ministry.
Turkey, Russia reach deal to control Syrian areas once patrolled by the U.S..
As cease-fire expires and US withdraws, Turkey and Russia agree to joint patrols in Syria.
Russia, Turkey seal power in northeast Syria with accord.
Idlib front is main battle to end Syria war: Assad.
Syria's Assad vows support for Kurds against Turkey assault.
Donald Trump's suggestion of protection for Syrian oilfields sparks anger among Kurdish refugees.
German defense chief recommends international security zone in Syria. Angela Merkel backs plan for a 'safe zone' for migrants in northern Syria which could be enforced by German troops.
Turkish civilians on Syria border back Erdogan's offensive.
Excessive force to blame for Iraq protest toll: Gov't report.
Israel's Gantz: political novice trying to oust Netanyahu.
ASIA
China plans to replace Hong Kong leader Lam with 'interim' chief executive: FT.
Taliban attack kills at least 15 policemen in north Afghanistan.
US cutting troops but ‘still committed’ to Afghan solution: Esper.
Chilly weather prompts cries of foul play at Afghan election centre.
Philippines' Duterte cuts short Japan trip in 'unbearable pain'.
South Korea's Moon ups defence spending, urges North to talk.
Japan and South Korea seek to mend relations.
Japan's Naruhito declares himself emperor.
AFRICA
Conflict and drought displace 300,000 in Somalia so far this year.
Egyptian media urges military action against Ethiopia as Nile talks break down.
Ethiopia's Abiy Ahmed issues warning over Renaissance Dam. Abiy Ahmed: No force can stop Ethiopia from building dam.
2 children killed as Amnesty accuses Libya armed groups of ignoring laws of war.
Guinea court jails opposition leaders for organising protests. Guinea jails protest leaders for up to 12 months.
Central African countries in talks on boosting anti-Ebola fight.
Drought causes more than 100 elephant deaths in Botswana.
EUROPE
EU moves towards Brexit delay as PM Johnson seeks election to break impasse.
Johnson threatens to scrap Brexit bill and seek election before Christmas.
PM to pull Brexit bill if timetable not approved.
Brexit clarity could help revive talks on Northern Ireland government: Sinn Fein.
Spanish PM visits Barcelona, criticizes regional chief.
Catalan leader urges Spain to start talks on self-determination.
EU slams Romania for not tackling corruption.
France to respect European obligations after EU warning - French minister.
AMERICAS
Diplomat: Trump linked Ukraine aid to demand for probe.
Trump calls impeachment inquiry 'a lynching'.
Chile protests: President Piñera to meet opposition.
UN calls for independent inquiry into Chile protester deaths.
EU 'extremely concerned' over Bolivia vote.
Mexico sends in troops after failed 'El Chapo' son arrest.
Catholics in Haiti demand president step down.
Jimmy Carter hospitalized after another fall.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
U.S. official: 'Dozens' of Islamic State fighters freed in Syria.
Trump claimed the US captured all ISIS fighters, but they just launched a major attack on an Iraqi oil field.
Bringing Australians home from Syria will only end in 'regrettable' outcomes: Home Affairs boss.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
Wall Street slips after rejection of Brexit timetable.
Half the world's banks are too weak to survive downturn - McKinsey.
WeWork 'accepts takeover by Softbank'.
China has more 'unicorn' start-ups than the US.
China to lead global 5G revolution, reaching 600 million subscribers by 2025.
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