Sochi Final Statement Affirms Full Commitment to Syria’s Territorial Integrity

The final statement of the Syrian National Dialogue Congress affirmed respect and full commitment to the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of Syria.

Catalan vote illegal : Spain's King Felipe

Spain's King Felipe VI has condemned organisers of Catalonia's independence referendum for having put themselves "outside the law".

EU approves 'divorce' guidelines for Brexit process

EU leaders have endorsed a stiff set of divorce terms for Britain at a summit in Brussels, rejoicing in a rare show of unity in adversity.

Unified Europe 'good' for the US, says Obama

A strong and unified Europe is "good" for the United States and NATO is "absolutely vital" for US security and prosperity, US President Barack Obama said as he launched his final European trip.

Putin: Russia’s first priority in Syria is to keep the country unified

The Russian President Vladimir Putin blamed the West for the chaos in the Middle East and other parts of the world.

Libyan forces 'retake port' in ISIL bastion of Sirte (video)

Forces loyal to Libya's internationally backed government say they have recaptured both the port and airport of Sirte from the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), forcing the armed group also known as ISIS to retreat.

Libya parliament rejects UN-backed unity government

Libya's internationally recognised parliament based in Tobruk has voted against the UN-backed unity government with rival authorities based in Tripoli, Libyan news agencies reported.