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IBTimes UK looks at the armed group accused of large-scale atrocities in the country's northwest.

Russia and Japan have signed economic cooperation deals in areas including medical technology and energy.

No Santa hats please, it is not allowed under Islam says religious council.

A majority of the individuals being offered 'a second chance' were sentenced for drug-related crimes.

This is the second time when the ruling PiS has backed away from a controversial plan due to protests.

China's navy had 'unlawfully' confiscated the drone on 15 December in the disputed waters.

'Personally, I've never found being on the sideline a successful place to be,' Cook said.

Ban Ki-moon urged the Security Council to impose an arms embargo in the country amid fears of rising violence.

A suspected gunman who opened eight or nine rounds of fire in the air has been taken into custody.

Viola served in the US army and helped create the Combating Terrorism Center at West Point, New York.

The report suggests extending the ongoing search to 25,000sq km north of the existing area.

Russian president tells Turkey 'we have to know who organised this killing and gave orders to the assassin'.

"She prevailed against it all but we had the Russians and the FBI deal," says former president.

The bill would allow manufacturers or sellers to opt out of the restriction for $20.

Burhan Ozbilici describes assassin Mert Altıntaş as 'agitated' as he murdered Andrey Karlov.

From Charlie Hebdo to Berlin, the terrorist attacks that have shaken Europe.

Relations had been fraught in the past but nations had cooperated over Syria.

An ISIS-linked group has reportedly claimed responsibility but police have not confirmed terrorism.

The president-elect surpassed the 270-vote threshold when Texas electors cast their ballots.

One of four Democratic electors who rejected Hillary Clinton voted for Sioux leader and activist.

Three electors voted for Colin Powell and another voted for Sioux leader Faith Spotted Eagle.

The 70-year-old actor revealed he considered a move into politics - for about five minutes.

At least 12 people have been killed after a truck ploughed into a Christmas market in Berlin.

The truck had a Polish licence plate, while the driver is believed to be under arrest and the co-driver died.

Incoming Democrat governor Roy Cooper said a special session to repeal the bill will be held on 20 December.

The delivery of aid is irregular, and dependent on security conditions.

Steinmetz accused of paying bribes to secure $160m deal for iron ore mining rights in Guinea.

Images shared on social media have allegedly shown Andrey Karlov lying on his back near a podium.

Foreign policy official says president-elect will mark 'new sheriff in town' with renewed Russian ties and attack on extremists.