Ukraine's president tells the Russian leader that only "direct engagement" between the two countries could end the war, with the US focused on Iran.

The United States announced the ceasefire agreement on Wednesday night following a fresh round of talks.

The lower chamber of Congress passed a measure that seeks to halt further military action, in a vote seen as largely symbolic.

Zeynab Javadli had not been in contact with any of her friends since Tuesday.

Police raided the suspects' homes after tip-offs from German and UK authorities.

The French-Iranian author and illustrator was known for her graphic novel series and Oscar-nominated film.