But he also thanked President Xi for his "balanced position" on Russia's invasion.

The head of the Russian mercenary group defends sending convicts to the Ukraine front line.

Italian businesses fear politicians are failing to address the cost of living crisis ahead of elections.

The BBC's Orla Guerin finds Russian tanks and relieved residents in the freed city.

A long-time pariah, the Sweden Democrats are now the country's second-largest party.

Roger Federer, a 20-time Grand Slam singles champion, will retire from top-level tennis after the Laver Cup in London this month.

The suspect is understood to be Johnny Morrissey, a 62-year-old Irish passport holder.

Europe's top human rights court awards damages to singer Doda, convicted of blasphemy by a Warsaw court.

Ukrainian forces have made rapid advances, but Russia still holds 20% of the country.

Ukraine says the attack is revenge after it retook occupied territory from Russia in the east.

The unusual people-smuggling scam gave migrants fake diplomatic papers from St Kitts and Nevis.

The aftermath of Russia's occupation described - while its prison inmates are wooed by mercenaries.

Kyiv's troops are targeting towns in the Donbas region, the main focus of Russia's invasion.

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

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.

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."

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

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

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.

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The Ukrainian president makes a surprise appearance to thank troops.

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.