He said the return of international sanctions would be "unpleasant, but not the end of the road

China, France, US, Germany, UK and Japan register largest increases in debt levels

US president presses Erdogan on Russian oil

Palestinian President rejects Hamas role, calls for global support against Israeli annexation threats

Sarkozy’s 5-year jail term enforceable within a month; he will be summoned on Oct 13 to report to prison

One of the largest arms importers wants to retire Russian MiG-21 fleet after decades

Brent futures fall 0.7% to $68.82 a barrel

Italy sent a first frigate on Wednesday, hours after the GSF said it was targeted by drones

Tunisian-born, 'Pink Panther' star leaves legacy of a 'free and inspired woman'

Armani's quiet rigour honoured as Gucci embraces spectacle and screen