Isiah Whitlock Jr: The Wire and Veep actor dies at 71
Whitlock was known for his notably elongated, profane catchphrase, which he used on The Wire and in films. Read More
The ‘thorny’ issues that threaten to derail a Russia-Ukraine peace deal
Two of the main sticking points involve territory and the fate of Europe’s biggest nuclear plant, which is currently occupied by Russia. Read More
Thieves use drill to steal €30m in German bank heist
Gelsenkirchen Police say thieves used the “quiet” days after Christmas to break into the high street branch. Read More
Guinea junta chief takes lead in controversial election as social media restricted
TikTok, YouTube and Facebook are down, as the nation awaits the final result from the presidential poll. Read More
Saudi Arabia backs call for UAE to leave Yemen after strike on separatist-held port
The UAE denies Saudi claims it sent a shipment of weapons to separatists and pushed them to launch offensives against the Yemeni government. Read More
Ukraine denies drone attack on Putin’s residence
Russia has accused Ukraine of targeting a presidential residence, which President Zelensky called “typical Russian lies”. Read More
French right pushes for national tribute to film star Brigitte Bardot
A petition for a national homage to Brigitte Bardot – who died on Sunday – attracts more than 23,000 signatures. Read More
Turkey detains 357 suspected IS members in nationwide raids
The arrests come just a day after three police officers were killed during a siege in the town of Yalova. Read More
Anthony Joshua injured in Nigeria car crash that killed two team members
The British heavyweight boxer suffered minor injuries in the crash, which killed two team members and close friends. Read More
Bangladesh’s first female prime minister Khaleda Zia dies aged 80
For decades, Zia and ousted PM Sheikh Hasina were bitter rivals – and their feud defined Bangladesh’s politics. Read More