The People's Party’s hopes were dashed on the rocks of the old-style patronage networks which dominate provincial politics.

Friedrich Merz said it would be a mistake to "decouple" Germany from China shortly before boarding a plane to Beijing.

General Dan Caine has warned that strikes against Iran could be risky, potentially drawing the US into a prolonged conflict, US media report.

The remote Yonaguni island lies on the frontlines of self-governing Taiwan's growing tensions with China.

The allegations came days after Patel was seen celebrating in Italy with the men's USA hockey team after their Olympics win.

Intensified attacks in the Kordofan region have led to mass casualties as peace remains elusive.

Laurence des Carrs submitted her resignation to President Emmanel Macron, who said it was "an act of responsibility".

Marielle Franco's murder at the age of 38 in Rio de Janeiro sparked protests across Brazil.