Number of civilians escaping heavy battles between Iraqi army and ISIL skyrockets amid reports of chemical weapon use.
More than 100 people rescued off Libyan coast but 25 are still missing, in latest boat disaster in the Mediterranean.
Second day of operations comes a month after a botched raid left several Yemeni civilians and a Navy SEAL dead.
Mayor of French port city criticised over rule preventing gatherings around former camp, where groups distribute food.
Remains of children ranging from new-born to three-years-old discovered in sewers of a former Catholic Church-run home.
Sri Lanka slow in addressing atrocities, UN says, calling for a clear timeline for prosecuting crimes during civil war.
Trump administration plans to pursue wider military involvement, including special forces operations, as ISIL expands.
Today's worst Islamophobes are not hailing from the ranks of the far-right movement, instead they claim to be liberals.
Joint operation involving Russian air power and Shia militia forces ISIL to retreat again from historic city.
US president lashes out at Democrats who call on top prosecutor Jeff Sessions to resign over Russia meeting 'lies'.
The Jeff Sessions lie about his meetings with Russian officials has brought the Trump administration to a crossroads.
Starvation in South Sudan, fleeing war in Mosul, and attacks in Afghanistan - here is the week in photos.
The Australian government's flirtation with Israel extends to a selective and dangerous approach to international law.
We go inside the Dalit protest movement threatening to end centuries of repression and shake India's social structure.
Officials declare national disaster and appeal to international donors for $100m to help thousands affected by floods.
Concerns rise over government plans to build a 10,000-hectare port and industrial zone on traditional Mah Meri land.
As the devastated country grapples with a massive humanitarian crisis, many Yemenis are becoming increasingly desperate.
About 30,000 Eritreans live in Israel, where a dangerous voluntary resettlement plan is being criticised.
Kurdish leader Masoud Barzani's close ties with Ankara blamed for clashes between Peshmerga and YBS fighters.
A soldier, a local radio presenter and a coca leader give their view on life in Peru's main cocaine-producing region.
Graffiti artist Suhaib Attar says his goal is to brighten up Amman and help people think outside the box.
US Vice President Mike Pence's private email account has also been targeted by hackers, according to a newspaper report.
Condemnation comes after diplomat says improbable that VX nerve agent killed North Korean leader's half-brother.
US carries out first major operation in Yemen since a botched raid left civilians and a Navy SEAL dead.
Government delegation accuses opposition of holding talks 'hostage' as they disagree over discussion on 'terrorism'.
