The people of 3 February

The Metropolitan Police of Greater London, UK, launches an investigation into House of Lords peer Peter Mandelson following allegations of misconduct in public office.

Crime & Justice · 3 Feb

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of Libya's former leader Muammar Gaddafi and presidential candidate, is assassinated outside his home in Zintan, Libya. Four gunmen reportedly fled the scene after the shooting.

Conflict · 3 Feb · with Muammar Gaddafi

Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orbán issues a decree ordering courts to terminate the Budapest city court's lawsuit over the disputed state "solidarity tax".

Politics · 3 Feb

Myanmar's military junta announces the creation of a five-member Union Consultative Council with authority over security and legislative matters, allowing Min Aung Hlaing to assume the presidency while retaining control of the armed forces.

Politics · 3 Feb

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announces that Massachusetts has signed a economic deal with Denmark amidst ongoing tensions between the United States and Greenland.

World · 3 Feb