Intelligence told before war that weapons may not have been assembled, civil servant says.

Four German factories to stay open, but uncertainty persists over other sites.

Analysts warn the inquiry could struggle to meet the public's desire for answers.

UK ex-officials acknowledge existence of evidence but describe contacts as "sporadic".

Ex-premier takes up role again after incumbent leaves to take up EU presidency.

MI5 agents stood by as Pakistani agents beat and abused detainees, rights group says.

Two men accused of murder, rape and using child soldiers go on trial in The Hague.

Five-member committee hears witnesses say push for regime change came from the US.

Car-crash victim found mentally awake though presumed to be in coma for 23 years.

Investigation may embarrass government of former British Prime Minister Tony Blair.

Munich talks aim to resolve decades of conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

At least eight Russian soldiers die during clean-up of site hit by fire 10 days ago.

Incumbent Basescu to face leftist Geoana in Romania presidential elections runoff.

Leaked documents show plan for Iraq war began early in 2002 but was of poor quality.

Voters to choose from one of three candidates to take up nation's presidency.