The UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Right says 162 civilians were executed in a coastal region linked to ousted president Bashar al-Assad.
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Actor Gene Hackman and wife Betsy Arakawa died of natural causes one week apart
The 95-year-old actor’s Alzheimer’s means it is “quite possible he was unaware of his wife’s death, say officials.
Trump says Ukraine ‘more difficult’ to deal with than Russia
It may be ‘easier dealing with’ Moscow than Kyiv, the US president told reporters in the White House.
Ros Atkins on… the week after the Oval Office row
The BBC’s Analysis Editor Ros Atkins takes a look at the situation on the ground in Ukraine.
Syrian government still faces threat from Assad loyalists
Clashes between Syrian forces and Assad loyalists in the dictator’s former heartlands show the risks ahead, writes Middle East correspondent Hugh Bachega.
Four big things Trump and his team took on this week
The past seven days have seen tariffs implemented, a major domestic speech and developments on relations with Ukraine.
Several dead after UN helicopter shot at in South Sudan
The shooting during an evacuation mission may constitute a war crime, a UN official says.
‘We’re gutted’ – Make-A-Wish trip cancelled after Eurostar bomb disruption
Toni Mannion was looking forward to making “special memories” with her terminally ill daughter.
Poland announces military training plan for all men
Poland’s prime minister said his government plans to have a model ready by the end of the year.
Listen: Pope Francis shares voice message from hospital
The 88-year-old had not been seen or heard by the public since he was admitted to hospital on 14 February.