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Ukraine's allies voice concerns over US plan to end war

Leaders from Europe, Canada and Japan say the plan needs "additional work" but includes elements "essential for a just and lasting peace".

What we know about leaked US draft plan to end Russia's Ukraine war

There are 28 key points and while several on the face of it could be acceptable to Ukraine, others cross Kyiv's red lines.

Trump ally Marjorie Taylor Greene to quit Congress after Epstein files feud

A falling out with the US president erupted amid her relentless calls to release documents on the late paedophile.

Jair Bolsonaro arrested after being deemed a flight risk

The former Brazilian president is suspected of damaging an ankle bracelet as part of an alleged escape plan.

Nigeria sees one of worst mass abductions as 315 taken from school

The kidnapping comes amid a surge of attacks by armed groups in the African nation.

Three arrested in India after police crack $800,000 bank heist

Armed men posing as bank officials robbed a van transporting cash between bank branches in Bengaluru city.

Irish fashion designer Paul Costelloe dies aged 80

His family issued a statement on Saturday saying they are "deeply saddened to announce the passing of Paul Costelloe following a short illness".

Five takeaways from Trump and Mamdani's surprisingly cordial meeting

It was billed as potentially the political showdown of the year - instead, both men gave one another praise.

Drones spotted near Dutch military base

It is the latest in a series of mysterious drone sightings at military sites in northern Europe.

Seven bodyguards arrested over Mexican mayor's murder

Carlos Manzo, an outspoken critic of cartel violence, was gunned down in public on 1 November.

Grizzly bear on loose after attacking school group in Canada, injuring 11

A male teacher "got the whole brunt" of the attack and some children were hit with bear spray.

US judge resigns after being disciplined for wearing Elvis wig in court

In court, Judge Thornhill would play the singer's music from his phone and make "irrelevant" references to him.

India's blind women cricketers chase history at first T20 World Cup

Most players come from underprivileged, rural backgrounds and learned the sport in the last few years.

Will Trump's no-show eclipse South Africa's G20 moment?

The host nation's goal of advocating for developing nations may be overshadowed by the absence of the US president.

Our babies were taken after 'biased' parenting test - now we're fighting to get them back

The Danish government has banned the use of parental competency tests on Greenlandic families after decades of criticism.

Family of missing Colombian seek answers after US strike on alleged drug boat

Lizbeth Perez's uncle has not been seen since a boat was hit in international waters in September.

Christian converts are among the Iranians being sent home from US

Iranians who have converted to Christianity and had their asylum claims rejected speak to the BBC.

Steve Rosenberg: Putin uncompromising as leaked plan reaches Moscow

Russia and Ukraine may be about to enter a period of intense diplomacy, writes the BBC's Russia editor.

Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev: Putin propagandist or key to peace with Ukraine?

Putin's envoy finds himself under the spotlight over a draft peace plan that emerged after he spent days with Steve Witkoff in Miami.

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 it's received pushback.

Scientists reveal what triggered Santorini 'earthquake swarm'

Thousands of earthquakes were caused by magma "pumping through" Earth's crust for three months, they say.

BBC visits US-led Gaza ceasefire monitoring centre in Israel

Soldiers from more than 20 countries, diplomats and aid workers are based at the Civil-Military Coordination Centre (CMCC).

'Huge columns of smoke': BBC at the scene of fire at COP30

Climate Editor Justin Rowlatt was at the UN climate talks in Brazil when a fire broke out.

Watch: Chadwick Boseman posthumously honoured with Hollywood star

The late actor, who passed away in 2020 after a private battle with cancer, was celebrated for his role as Marvel’s Black Panther.

Watch: Indonesia's Semeru volcano spews giant ash clouds as it erupts

Java Island’s tallest mountain, a volcano called Mount Semeru, has spewed tall plumes of ash clouds that engulfed bridges and the surrounding countryside.

Japan's largest urban fire in decades rips through 170 buildings

Local media say one person was killed in the fire in the city of Oita, on the Japanese island of Kyushu.