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Putin says Russia will take Donbas by force or Ukraine's troops will withdraw
The Russian leader's comments come as US and Ukrainian negotiators are due to hold a new round of talks.
Oil, defence and geopolitics: Why Putin is visiting Modi in Delhi
BBC editors explain what is at stake as Russian President Vladimir Putin starts a two-day visit to India.
Ireland among countries boycotting Eurovision after Israel allowed to compete
There had been calls for Israel's exclusion over the war in Gaza, as well as unfair voting accusations.
Prominent anti-Hamas militia leader Yasser Abu Shabab killed in Gaza
His Popular Forces group says Abu Shabab was shot while attempting to resolve a family dispute and not killed by Hamas.
'All Israeli people are with us', parents of last dead hostage in Gaza tell BBC
The body of Ran Gvili, a 24-year-old Israeli police officer, is the last not yet returned by Hamas from Gaza.
Trump hosts signing of peace deal between leaders of DR Congo and Rwanda
The US president hopes that a peace deal will pave the way for greater American investment in the resource-rich region.
Suspect arrested in pipe bomb incident on eve of 2021 Capitol riot
The bombs were placed the night before the 6 January riots, and were discovered as rioters began to storm the Capitol.
'Like first aid for manuscripts': Recovery work begins at Gaza's war-damaged heritage sites
Palestinians are clearing rubble from archaeological sites, but restoration is hampered by Israeli restrictions on building materials.
Admiral testified Hegseth did not give 'kill them all' order, US lawmakers say
Admiral Frank Bradley, who gave the order for a second strike on a drug boat, was on Capitol Hill briefing lawmakers about the September incident.
Israel strikes south Lebanon after first direct talks in decades
The Israeli military says it struck Hezbollah sites, less than 24 hours after Israel and Lebanon sent civilian envoys to meet.
Alert sent for Nevada earthquake that did not happen
An erroneous alert warning of a major Nevada earthquake reached as far as California before being withdrawn.
Tanzanian activist blocked from Instagram after mobilising election protests
Meta confirms it removed Mange Kimambi's social media accounts for violating their policy.
South Korea developing app that shows real-time location of stalkers
Critics have voiced concern over the pervasiveness of stalking and violence against women in South Korea.
Previously unseen images of Epstein's island released
The new images come as a deadline for the broader release of documents held by the US government looms.
Israel says Palestinian groups returned body of Thai hostage held in Gaza
The remains of agricultural worker Suthisak Rintalak were recovered by Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad in northern Gaza.
Court sides with Adidas in appeal over Kanye West collaboration
Investors had accused Adidas of misleading them as its relationship with the rapper showed cracks.
Singapore court upholds guilty verdict for opposition leader Pritam Singh
Singh had appealed against a guilty verdict of lying to a parliamentary committee in 2021.
'My heart breaks every time I'm called a hero' - Hong Kong fire survivor
A survivor tells the BBC he feels guilty he didn't save more people from the blaze at his block of flats.
Five killed in Israeli air strikes on tents near Khan Younis, medics say
Rescue workers say they recovered bodies from a camp for displaced people. The IDF says it "struck a Hamas terrorist".
Israel says Rafah crossing to open soon to let Palestinians leave Gaza via Egypt
Egypt denies it is co-ordinating with Israel to reopen the crossing, insisting that passage should be in both directions.
Former EU top diplomat Mogherini accused in fraud investigation
The inquiry centres on allegations of favouritism in EU funding for a training programme at a school headed by Federica Mogherini.
Drunk raccoon found passed out on liquor store floor after breaking in
The intoxicated animal suffered no injuries and was released back into the wild by animal protection once sober.
Kenyan MPs accuse British soldiers of decades of sexual abuse
A two-year investigation details disturbing accounts of rape, sexual violence, murders and environmental destruction.
Three French teens drown after car crashes upside down in swimming pool
The accident was the result of an "unbelievable series of circumstances," the local prosecutor said.
Trump says he is pardoning Democratic congressman in bribery case
Trump says he will issue a "full and unconditional" pardon of the Texas representative and his wife.
Hong Kong orders removal of scaffolding mesh after deadly blaze
Investigations continue into a fire last week at the Wang Fuk Court housing complex, which killed at least 159 people.
'Not becoming of a president': Somali-Americans respond to Trump's 'garbage' remarks
Somali-Americans tell of their heightened fear after the US president intensified his criticism of the community.
What latest Ukraine talks reveal about Putin's state of mind
Russia's president looks determined to continue his war in Ukraine - even as the country's economic problems grow.
Crisis looms in Israel over ultra-Orthodox conscription bill
Lawmakers are considering a draft bill to end the exemption granted to ultra-Orthodox men enrolled in full-time religious study.
As lead changes in knife-edge Honduran election, will Trump fail to get his way?
Former vice-president Salvador Nasralla has a small lead over his rival, the conservative former mayor of Tegucigalpa, Nasry Asfura.
Ukrainians in war-ravaged Donbas weigh prospects of peace deal
While many Ukrainians believe they have sacrificed too much for their country to lose territory to Russia, others are desperate for the war to end.
Cyclone catastrophe in Sri Lanka awakens volunteer spirit
Fishing boats deliver relief supplies to flooded suburbs as community kitchens churn out food aid.
Was it a coup or was it a 'sham'? Behind Guinea-Bissau's military takeover
The military has taken over but some say the overthrow of the president was not what it seemed.
What was Honduras ex-president convicted of and why has Trump pardoned him?
Juan Orlando Hernández, once called the key figure in a drug trafficking scheme that flooded America with cocaine, walked free after the pardon.
Australia is banning social media for kids under 16. How will it work?
The world-first law aims to reduce the risks children face online, but critics fear it may not work.
'Hung by my wrists and beaten': Israeli-Russian woman says Iraqi militants tortured her in captivity
Elizabeth Tsurkov, who was freed in September, tells the BBC that her two years in captivity left her physically and mentally scarred.
Devastating toxic spill seen as test of whether African countries will stand up to China
Chinese companies provide jobs and much needed revenue in Zambia, where the disaster took place.
Will Australia's social media ban actually work?
Australia is banning social media for everyone under the age 16 - here's everything you need to know in 60 seconds.
Is the US preparing for war with Venezuela?
BBC Verify has tracked US assets in the Caribbean Sea, after military strikes on suspected Venezuelan drug boats.
'I saw them driving over injured people' - the terrifying escape from war in Sudan
The BBC visits a camp where people are taking refuge after the fall of el-Fasher city.
How Pope Leo transformed from 'quiet man' to vocal peace messenger on first foreign trip
We are learning a little more about how Pope Leo intends to carry out his duties, writes Religion Editor Aleem Maqbool.
'Taking away my purpose' - Influencers on Australia's social media ban
Australia is banning social media for everyone under 16 from December 10. The BBC spoke to two teenage content creators about how this might change their lives.
Watch: Newly released video shows Jeffrey Epstein's private island home
Democrats released a new tranche of materials obtained through a subpoena to the US Virgin Islands, where the residence is located.
Watch: What Tennessee's special election means for the Republican party
Republican Matt Van Epps won, but his margin of victory was less than half of what it was just over a year ago for President Trump in the same district.
Steve Rosenberg: Putin showing no signs of compromise
The BBC's Russia Editor shares his analysis after five hours of peace talks between the Russians and the US.
Watch: Driver hoisted to safety from truck dangling over West Virginia bridge
A man was hoisted to safety and uninjured after his truck partly skated off an icy bridge road in the US
Watch: Melania Trump reveals Christmas decorations, Lego portrait of president
This year's theme is "Home Is Where the Heart Is" and features Lego portraits of Donald Trump and George Washington, and 3D-printed ornaments.
Will Australia's social media ban actually work?
Australia is banning social media for everyone under the age 16 - here's everything you need to know in 60 seconds.