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Images of the European Commission as Brussels and London are reportedly putting the final touches to a Christmas Eve trade deal, seeking to cushion the economic blow of Britain's imminent departure from the bloc after a half-century of partnership. IMAGES
Members of the British Conservative Party arrive at 10 Downing Street after Liz Truss became the new Prime Minister. Arrivals include Suella Braverman, expected to be the new home secretary, Therese Coffey, expected to be the new health minister, James Cleverly, expected to be the new foreign secretary, and Wendy Morton, expected to be the new chief whip. IMAGES
British Business Secretary Kwasi Kwarteng, expected to become the UK's new Chancellor of the Exchequer under Prime Minister Liz Truss, arrives at 10 Downing Street after an official speech by the new British leader. IMAGES
Boris Johnson signs the post-Brexit UK-EU trade deal inside No. 10 Downing Street, saying the document signals 'a new beginning, and I think the beginning of what will be a wonderful relationship between the UK and our friends and partners in the European Union'. IMAGES
EU leaders Ursula von der Leyen and Charles Michel sign the post-Brexit trade deal agreed with Britain, in a brief ceremony. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.