The BBC’s analysis editor looks at a decision that leading Democrats have called “an abuse of power”.
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Watch: Hugs on tarmac as family reunite after Afghan ordeal
The couple’s family say they are “overwhelmed with gratitude and relief” at their release.
How a man’s affair with his mother-in-law became a viral film in Indonesia
Norma, a movie based on a viral true story from TikTok, has become a nationwide obsession.
The motive behind Charlie Kirk’s killing: What we know and don’t know
Prosecutors have broadly outlined suspect Tyler Robinson’s political views – but many questions remain.
Cyber-attack causes delays at Heathrow and other European airports
Travellers report multi-hour waits for some airlines as disruption also hits Brussels and Berlin.
Ukraine says three killed in ‘massive’ Russian aerial attack
President Zelensky says Moscow seeks to “intimidate civilians”, while Russia reports four deaths in a Ukrainian strike.
Sikh grandmother’s arrest by US immigration sparks community anger
Harjit Kaur, a 73-year-old who unsuccessfully applied for asylum, was arrested by immigration authorities last week.
‘I’m Kenyan, don’t shoot’ – the athlete who says he was duped into the Russian army
Evans Kibet, now being held in Ukraine after surrendering, says he did not know he was signing up.
Portugal confirms it will recognise Palestinian state
A host of countries, including France and the UK, are expected to do the same when world leaders gather at the UN General Assembly next week.
Son of British couple held by Taliban ‘ecstatic’ as they return to UK
Jonathan Reynolds tells the BBC he is “overwhelmed” by release after nearly eight months in prison.