This article covers the latest developments on hostages in Gaza, Trump's demands, the US Department of Veterans Affairs job cuts, and Lisa Nandy's audit of the BBC. Read more...

A look at recent 'Tatort' episodes, from Cologne's rave scene nostalgia to Munich's military exercises and the enduring appeal of Schimanski in the Ruhr area. Read more...

Ukraine faces intense Russian attacks with drones and missiles. Meanwhile, international responses vary, from Latvia donating confiscated cars to France considering nuclear options. Read more...

A roundup of international political news including a French ex-surgeon's trial, Algerian concerns over military exercises, Trump's NATO doubts, Hong Kong child abuse cases, and Putin's critique of Macron. Read more...

A British tourist is sought in Colombia, activists face jail time in the UK, and Spain protests UK military maneuvers. Plus, reports of executions in Syria. Read more...