The BBC hears accusations that Russian forces electrocuted prisoners and shot civilians in the Kharkiv region.

The EU and the UN call for de-escalation in the latest fighting between the neighbouring countries.

The US alleges that Moscow has sought to buy political influence in more than 24 countries since 2014.

The New Wave director rewrote cinema's rules and influenced film-makers from Scorsese to Tarantino.

In a prolific career, Jean-Luc Godard, has provoked, baffled, delighted and inspired.

A total of 28,592 people have crossed the Channel so far this year, compared to 28,526 in 2021.

All women seeking to terminate a pregnancy will have to listen to the fetus's heartbeat beforehand.

The Queen's visit to Ireland in 2011 was a "watershed moment", Taoiseach Micheál Martin tells the BBC.

Questions are being asked as even state media reported the "tough" week, says the BBC's Russia editor.

The BBC's defence correspondent looks at what's behind Ukraine's potential breakthrough in the east.

Monday saw Ukraine pressing a counter-offensive which has retaken swathes of territory in the north-east.

Ukrainian counter-attacks have broken through Russian lines in the Kharkiv region.

"They asked 'is anyone alive?' and I realised they were ours," says one woman. "They were so beautiful."

On Saturday, Ukraine captured key eastern towns, as Russian forces withdrew to "regroup".

Power cuts have affected nine million people in revenge for a successful counter-attack, Ukraine says.

The family of Mariana Mamonova are calling for her release before her due date at the end September.

Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin announces military support at a meeting with other ministers in Germany.

Ukraine's president says his troops have recaptured several settlements from Russian forces.

The head of the UN nuclear agency says the situation at a Russian-held nuclear plant cannot continue.

A look back at the groundbreaking films of French cinematic pioneer Jean-Luc Godard.

Violent crime is a top issue for voters going to the polls on Sunday.

America's top diplomat visits Kyiv to firm up European leaders' resolve as winter fuel shortages loom.

A Russian policeman’s takeaway order helped the group expose his identity, after he threatened and hit them.

Italy's next leader could come from the far right, so here is what you need to know about the election.

It is one of our favourite treats, but just what really goes into getting ice cream onto your cone?

The BBC’s Analysis Editor examines the significance of Ukraine’s counter-offensive against Russian forces.

Ukraine's military says it has retaken territory from Russia, making its first significant gain in months.

The fire broke out in the industrial area of San Giuliano Milanese, near the Italian city of Milan.

Olena Zelenska says while the economic cost of war affects the world, Ukrainians are counting their casualties.

The former Soviet leader, who took power in 1985, died on Tuesday aged 91.