Russia takes Syrians to OPCW, Western allies denounce 'stunt'
Moscow says statements prove alleged gas attack in Douma was staged, but Western envoys condemn 'obscene masquerade'.
US Senate confirms Mike Pompeo as secretary of state
After a difficult confirmation process, senators vote 57-42 in favour of US President Donald Trump's nominee.
New 'battle plan' to improve life at France's deprived suburbs
French government launches plan to tackle discrimination and deprivation faced by people in poor suburban areas.
How do we solve the plastic catastrophe?
Forty companies in the UK have pledged to reduce plastic waste over the next seven years.
Tanzanian protest fails amid heavy police presence
Anti-government protests organised through social media against new cyber laws have been prevented in Tanzania.
UN raises alarm over fate of missing aid convoy in South Sudan
A convoy of 10 aid workers has gone missing in South Sudan, prompting concerns over the group's wellbeing.
Pakistan foreign minister disqualified from parliament
Islamabad High Court dismisses Khwaja Muhammad Asif for making omissions on a parliamentary wealth declaration.
What's behind the push against Iran nuclear deal?
Iran being 'demonised' for opposing western powers and their allies attempting to dominate the Middle East, experts say.
Iran releases messaging app Soroush to replace Telegram
As Soroush app is officially launched in Iran, Telegram users reported problems using the messaging platform.
Australia: Rape on Campus
A rape crisis at Australian universities threatens the country's $18bn international student industry.
Who gets to picture and narrate Africa?
African photographers are still struggling with exclusion and marginalisation by major press organisations.
Will Korean talks be different this time?
Friday’s summit will be only the third of its kind in history.
Palestinian launches hunger strike in Palestinian Authority jail
Family fears Ahmad al-Awartani may face torture following his arrest for his criticism of the Palestinian government.
Could the Korean talks help resolve decades of conflict?
This meeting is a landmark one that could bring peace between two nations, divided by decades of war and hostility. On Friday, the North and South Korean leaders will meet face-to-face for direct talks - for the first time in more than a decade.
France launches bid to revive poor suburbs
Evreux, a town in the French region of Normandy, is one place where authorities are seeking best ways to invest in jobs, transport and education.
Qatar Airways suffers 'substantial loss'
Qatar's flag carrier lost access to 18 cities in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt and Bahrain due to blockade imposed last year.