Documents seen by the BBC suggest he was part of a special forces unit who worked with the British in Afghanistan.
Category: World
Global plastic talks collapse as countries remain deeply divided
The latest round of UN-led talks have ended in deadlock, with disputes over plastic production and recycling.
What do Alaskans make of the geopolitical circus arriving in their city?
The city of Anchorage is set to host a meeting that could re-shape Europe and global security.
Aerial footage shows aftermath of massive train derailment in Texas
Video shows mangled train cars piled on top of each other on the tracks, as emergency crews attended the scene
Watch: Wildfire approaches horse enclosure in Greece
At least three people have also died in Spain, Albania and Turkey as wildfires wreak havoc.
Watch: Passengers escape car hit by drone in Russia
CCTV captured the moment a car was hit by a Ukrainian drone in the Russian city of Belgorod, governor Vyacheslav Gladkov said in his official Telegram channel.
Watch: Meteor shower seen in skies above UK
The astronomical event was captured on camera at North York Moors National Park on 13 August.
What do Putin and Trump each want from the Alaska summit?
The Russian leader senses a chance for more international recognition, while his American counterpart hopes to play peacemaker.
Rain warning delays landmark trial of Hong Kong’s rebel mogul Jimmy Lai
Lai is accused of colluding with foreign forces under a Beijing-imposed national security law.
Dozens of migrants killed after boats capsize off Italian coast
More than 700 have died crossing the central Mediterranean in 2025, according to the UN reugee agency.