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US strikes hit Islamic State in Syria

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We assess the global reach of the Islamic State group.

The United States says its military has carried out a "massive strike" against the Islamic State group in Syria - we have an update, and a briefing on the wider global influence of IS. Plus, shooting hares in England will be banned for most of the year as part of a wider animal welfare strategy expected next week. We hear from a critic and a supporter of the plans.

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