The Pope has called for same-sex couples to be protected by civil union laws, in a remarkable departure from both the Vatican’s historic stance on homosexuality and his own.

More than 50 people reportedly die in the attack, which puts at risk a ceasefire in the area.

The Turkish army is reportedly withdrawing from their base at Jabal Shashabo. The base is being abandoned along with most of the other encircled bases.

Reports that #Russia AF helicopter has been shoot down in #Armenia. #NagornoKarabakh #Azerbaijan https://t.co/7hU9MrOKFf

BREAKING — Armenia surrenders in Karabakh in a statement posted by Armenian President Pashinyan on Facebook via @cavidaga

English translation of the Armenia, Azerbaijan deal that has been circulating on social media Important parts: • Russian peacekeepers will be in Lachin corridor for 5 years • Nakhichevan — Azerbaijan transportation will be unblocked, the link will be controlled…

Update on Turkish observation posts and military bases Withdrawal of Maar Hattat is underway and close to completion Withdrawal of Shir Maghar is reportedly complete and the SAA is expected to enter shortly Withdrawal of Qabtan al-Jabal, (west Aleppo) has…

On high alert, France is mourning the 130 people murdered in co-ordinated attacks five years ago.

Coronavirus has aggravated pre-existing financial pressures, including a $12bn external debt load.

JUST IN: After every state has been called by the US networks, Joe Biden has won the US election with 306 electoral votes.

At least 10 die as oxygen used to treat the patients helps spread the fire in Piatra Neamt.

Tony Blinken "Biden's closest Foreign Policy advisor" - Iraq War was good idea that was badly executed - Syria War failed b/c US didn't do enough - NATO expansion around Russia was a good idea https://t.co/VTAnq64ZyQ

The US will not have to publish how many civilians are killed in drone strikes outside of war zones.

A misconduct inquiry uncovers a "shameful record" of a "warrior culture" among some soldiers.

President Macron gives Muslim leaders 15 days to agree a "charter of republican values".