For 15 months, a high-security courtroom in Hamburg has been hearing the case of Christina Block, accused of ordering the abduction of her children.

As the 3 November election approaches and both parties fight for control of Congress, some clear themes have emerged.

The BBC joins Ukraine's Operation Vivaldi as it regains crucial territory in the Donbas, but optimism has been dampened by souring relations with President Trump.

The Pope's first event since his lung cancer diagnosis and surgery saw him recite the traditional Angelus prayer from the balcony of the Apostolic Palace.

Violence broke out across France on Saturday during the latest day of demonstrations against conditions in schools and the cost of living.

Demonstrations across the country turned violent, with cars and buildings set alight and shops ransacked.