Abel Fatah al-Sisi, Egypt's former military chief, gives first foreign media interview.
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Moscow set to release its official response on referendums as calls for Donetsk and Luhansk's accession to Russia rise.
Chris Ogden, a lecturer in International Relations at the University of St Andrews, analyses India's vote.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu speaks to Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan expressing support.
Referendums a 'step towards the abyss,' says Ukraine's interim President Olexandr Turchynov.
At least one person is believed to be dead and several others injured as crowds gathered to vote at Krasnoarmeisk town hall.
American policy has backfired and opened up opportunities for anti-western jihadist groups, claim top officials.
David Cameron defends education boss Michael Gove, calling free schools 'excellent innovation'.
Iranian president reiterates Tehran will not give up its nuclear rights as world powers eye historic deal in Vienna.
Netanyahu set to hold talks with Japanese PM Shinzo Abe and other leaders on a range of topics.
Donetsk and Luhansk to decide on greater autonomy from Ukraine, seen as Crimea-type breakaway.
David Cameron suggests he may go head-to-head with Nigel Farage as Ukip continues to surge in popularity.
US military appeals for funds for new detention facility for 'high-value' al-Qaida terror suspects.
European and US sanctions over Ukraine threaten to push Russia into recession.
WTI crude to gain a little more next week if Ukraine crisis worsens.
Jacob Zuma set to start his second five-year term as president as ANC secures win despite opposition's political gains.
Deal calls for immediate ceasefire and efforts to install transitional government leading to fresh elections in South Sudan.
Chinese foreign ministry urges US to help maintain regional stability around disputed islands
Ukip is determined to shed its old "fruit cakes and racists" tag, is Newham election candidate the man for the job?
Philip Hammond says women must meet tough fitness standards to serve in combat roles
Russian energy giant says it is taking action after Ukraine's failure to pay for gas deliveries in April
Putin makes his first visit to Sevastopol since the annexation of the Black Sea peninsula.
David Cameron says referendum not about him as business leaders warn voters of the risks of UK breakup
Maritime clashes in disputed resource-rich area have deadly history and threatens a bloody future
The incoming government in India may slash record high import duties on gold and ease export rules.
Claims the recession is 'officially over' will not see chancellor George Osborne celebrating too much
President Salva Kiir and rebel leader Riek Machar agree on sitdown to end six-month conflict
With Ukraine top of international agenda, Russia flexes muscle with traditional Red Square parade
Russia commemorates 69th anniversary of its victory in World War II by showcasing military might.