Did Trump commit election fraud or is he 'cloaked in innocence'?

Donald Trump's hush-money trial in New York began Monday with opening statements. The BBC's Nada Tawfik breaks down the key points from the prosecution and the former president's defence to give you the key takeaway from the day.

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China launches rocket to far side of the Moon

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Trump trial hears from lawyer behind hush-money deal

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Two Republicans broke ranks to join Democrats in repealing the bill after it was revived in April.

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BBC interview with protester shut down by police

The protester was explaining what she had seen when police approached to shut the window so she could not be heard.

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Police raid Columbia over Gaza protest… in 58 seconds

Dozens have been arrested during a night-time operation at the Ivy League school in New York City.

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The moment police climb into occupied Columbia building

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Trump threatened with jail time in hush-money trial

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Canada opposition leader ejected from House of Commons

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Cheng Saephan, an immigrant from Laos, said he wondered if he would have time to spend his winnings.

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