Vinatier, who works for a Swiss conflict mediation group, was detained as ties between France and Russia deteriorated.
As the war enters its 963rd day, these are the main developments.
Canada accuses Indian government agents of being involved in ‘serious criminal activity’, a claim India rejects.
Meteorologists are reporting abuse as misinformation swirls around recent deadly storms that hit the southeastern US.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni says her opponents want to derail democracy – but is that true?
The outgoing US leader has not prioritised Africa enough, some say, as Russia and China make inroads into the continent.
Ukraine’s president says his country and allies need to evolve their response in light of Russia’s deepening alliance.
Beijing begins manoeuvres in ‘stern warning’ days after President Lai’s first National Day speech.
Suspect faces firearms charges but denies he tried to harm ex-US president and Republican candidate at California rally.
US president says, ‘We’re doing everything we can’ as Florida residents assess damage from back-to-back hurricanes.
PM Bjarni Benediktsson calls election for November, cites policy disagreements as responsible for gov’t collapse.
US says move underscores ‘ironclad commitment’ to Israel’s defence against ‘further missile attacks by Iran’.
The US and Israel are rearranging the Middle East to their liking, argues Center for International Policy’s Matt Duss.
Where do the candidates stand in the polls? We’ll break it down, along with major updates from the campaign trail.
