BBC Verify has been tracking the territory captured by Syrian rebels as they move towards Homs.
EU tries to get closer to South America with trade deal
The pact promises lower tariffs but may still meet resistance from European countries.
EU agrees landmark trade deal with South America
The trade pact promises lower tariffs for each bloc, but it still may get pushback from EU member states.
Far-right extremist who murdered South African hero to be deported
Walus has never expressed remorse for killing Hani and has become a symbol for the far right in Poland.
Romanian court annuls result of presidential election first round
The move comes after allegations of Russian influence via social media on the first round of voting.
Emmanuel Macron vows to name new French PM within days
Macron rejected calls to resign, a day after his prime minister was ousted in a no-confidence vote.
Jury awards $300m payout to family of teen who died on Orlando ride
Tyre Sampson fell 30m (98ft) from the ride at ICON Park in Orlando which had no seat belts.
Damascus and Assad now in Syrian rebels’ sights
The sudden offensive could become the biggest threat to Syria’s president in 13 years of civil war.
Harassment case against Lizzo dropped
The singer cannot be sued as an individual, a judge has ruled.
Muslim couple forced to sell house after protests by Hindu neighbours
The incident resulted in a huge outrage in India after a video from the protest went viral.
