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US strikes on alleged drug boats violate law, UN human rights chief says

Volker Türk said the strikes were "unacceptable" and urged Washington to halt them immediately.

'No inch here was spared': Hurricane Melissa destroys Jamaica town

The BBC’s Nada Tawfik reports from Black River, where the strongest storm to hit the country in modern history has left scenes of desperation.

Tchéky Karyo, star of Nikita and The Missing, dies at 72

The French actor was known for supporting roles in films that spanned nearly 40 years.

Latvian vote to pull out of treaty on protecting women from violence prompts outcry

Several thousand people protested against the vote, and it is now up to the president to decide the next step.

Hotel owner and 10 others jailed for life over deadly Turkish fire

The deadliest fire in the country's history killed 78 people, including many children on holiday.

France hit by second major heist as thieves target gold refinery

Thieves used explosives to break into a precious metals refinery before making off with a €12m loot.

Scavenging for food in streets - desperation takes hold in Jamaica after hurricane

People in Black River haven't seen any aid and told the BBC that they are fighting to survive.

The Mystery Lady in the Governor’s Palace? Maybe a Ghost, He Says

JAMES WAGNER

When a figure appeared in the window of a government building, the governor suggested she was an empress’s ghost. Months later, people are still talking about it.

Israel confirms identities of hostages' bodies returned by Hamas

The bodies were identified as those of Amiram Cooper and Sahar Baruch, the Israeli prime minister's office said.

Tchéky Karyo, star of Nikita and The Missing, dies at 72

The French actor was known for supporting roles in films that spanned nearly 40 years.

China to loosen chip export ban to Europe after Netherlands row

EU-China chip disputes alarmed carmakers amid concerns it could halt global car productions

Samia wins Tanzania election with 98% of votes amid unrest

Demonstrations continued on Friday as young protesters denounced the election as unfair.

Police seize €1.3bn from Campari owner over alleged tax evasion

The spirit manufacturer's parent firm is accused of failing to declare a similar amount in tax during a merger.

South Africa hits back at US refugee plan to favour white Afrikaners

Pretoria rubbishes claims of a white genocide and quotes prominent Afrikaners who dub Trump's plans racist.

Defence of Donbas town a priority, Zelensky says, as special forces deployed

Army sources tell the BBC military intelligence special forces are being used to protect supply lines into Pokrovsk.