WHO pledges reforms as it admits Ebola mistakes
The World Health Organization's chief admitted the UN agency had been caught napping on Ebola and pledged reforms to avoid similar mistakes in future.
Security Council delegation visits Haiti
United Nations Security Council members arrived in Haiti for a three-day visit to urge the government to hold long-delayed elections.
Obama cancels Taj Mahal visit: Indian media
US President Barack Obama has cancelled plans to visit the Taj Mahal during his upcoming visit to India.
Ukraine rebels vow to conquer more territory in war-torn east
Pro-Russian rebels vowed to conquer more territory in eastern Ukraine and ruled out peace talks after Kiev retreated from a long-disputed airport.
France's Hollande urges big business to help in anti-terror fight
French President Francois Hollande urged business leaders gathered in Davos Friday to take action in the fight against extremism.
EU tells Moscow to 'assume its responsibility' in Ukraine war
The European Union called Friday on Moscow to "assume its responsibility" in ending the separatist war in Ukraine.
New US sanctions would 'unravel' Iran nuclear deal: Zarif
Iran warned the US Congress against imposing new sanctions, saying this would lead to a collapse of negotiations over Tehran's controversial nuclear programme.
Turkish president postpones Somalia trip to attend Abdullah funeral
Turkish President Recep Tayyi Erdogan on Friday postponed a planned trip to Somalia to attend the funeral of Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah.
Ukraine leader says pro-Russia rebels paid 'high price' for attacks
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko said that pro-Russian rebels had paid a "high price" for their escalating attacks.
US and Cuba begin reconciliation with smiles and rifts
Hours into historic US-Cuba talks in Havana, a Cuban official came out to boast about the "relaxed" atmosphere at the meeting between the old Cold War adversaries.
Antonis Samaras: embattled Greek PM seeing red over leftist peril
Antonis Samaras is a late convert to austerity whose penchant for risky politics could now cost him his job.
Russia pursuing 'occupation plan' in Ukraine: US envoy
Russia's latest actions in Ukraine are clear evidence that President Vladimir Putin is pursuing an "occupation plan" of Moscow's neighbor.
EU faces 'huge challenge' to reassure Jews of future in Europe
The EU faces a "huge challenge" to reassure Jews about their future in Europe after Islamist attacks in Paris.
Paris attacks 'despite mass surveillance': Snowden
French intelligence did not prevent the Paris attacks despite benefitting from "most intrusive" surveillance laws because suspects are "buried under data".
Berlusconi pact riles rebels as Italy electoral law approved
Italy's Senate adopted the framework of a new electoral law aimed at ending the country's chronic political instability.
Kerry says freedom of press 'under siege'
Press freedom is increasingly "under siege," US Secretary of State John Kerry warned as he paid tribute to the slain journalists of the Charlie Hebdo.
World has duty to ensure Ukraine's 'success': EU
The European Union has not forgotten Crimea, stressing the world's "first duty" to Ukraine was to ensure it becomes a success.
UN Security Council condemns Yemen attack, backs president
The UN Security Council condemned an attack by Huthi rebels on Yemen's presidential palace and voiced strong support for President Abdrabuh Mansur Hadi.
Spain hopes Iran will join fight against Islamic extremism
Spain said it hopes Iran will join the global fight against Islamic extremism if Tehran reaches an agreement with world powers over its disputed nuclear programme.
Turkey PM calls for 'new beginning' with Armenians
Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu called for a "new beginning" in relations between Turkey and Armenians.