BBC: Tunis attack: Gunmen kill tourists in museum rampage
Twenty-two people, including 20 foreign tourists, have been killed in a gun attack on the Bardo museum in the Tunisian capital.
Italian, Spanish, Polish and German citizens were among those killed, as well as a Tunisian and a police officer, PM Habib Essid said.
Colombia's president later confirmed two Colombian deaths.
Security forces killed two gunmen and were searching the surrounding area for accomplices, Mr Essid said.
At the time of the attack, deputies in the neighbouring parliamentary building were discussing anti-terrorism legislation. Parliament was evacuated following the attack.
MIDDLE EAST
Israel election: Netanyahu's Likud storms to victory. Netanyahu vows to work quickly to form new government.
Iraq drops more than a million leaflets on Mosul promising liberation.
Militias destroy Iraqi villages, displace thousands: rights group.
The race to protect antiquities in Iraq, Syria.
Syrian army takes control of strategic village north of Aleppo.
Downing of U.S. drone suggests Syria imposing red lines on air war.
Gulf states say will not let Yemen become terrorism hub.
U.S., Iran race to fill out contours of a nuclear agreement. Showdown in Lausanne: Iran nuclear talks enter their final stretch. Progress reported in Iran nuclear talks.
Iran, West likely to reach nuclear deal: Saudi prince says.
U.S. embassy in Saudi Arabia warns of kidnapping plot against Western oil workers.
ASIA
Philippines fighting rages as peace effort hangs in balance.
Pakistan says 34 militants killed in 'precise' strikes in northwest.
Civilians killed in suicide attack in Afghanistan.
Pakistan continues executions of death row prisoners.
Lawyer for 'Bin Laden doctor' killed in Pakistan.
Thai PM says to limit use of martial law, military courts.
Maldives ex-president's trial was flawed: U.N. rights chief.
Food concerns mount in Vanuatu after cyclone Pam.
Japanese police investigating death threats against Caroline Kennedy.
AFRICA
Gunmen kill at least 20 at museum in Tunisian capital. 2 gunmen captured following deadly Tunisian museum attack; 1 may still be at large. Gunmen storm Tunisian museum, kill 17 foreign tourists, two Tunisians. Tunisia ends deadly siege of museum.
DR Congo to expel activists from Senegal, Burkina Faso.
Switzerland to return Sani Abacha 'loot' money to Nigeria.
In Libya, clash with Islamic State militants kills 10 troops.
South Sudan: 130 rebels said to be killed in fresh fighting.
African Union dismisses leaked South Sudan 'report'.
Most territory regained from Boko Haram, Nigeria says.
Amid tense election campaign, Nigerians wonder about military intentions.
Sierra Leone VP Samuel Sam-Sumana sacked.
EUROPE
Crimea annexation: Putin admits sanctions 'damaging'.
Russia celebrates anniversary of Crimea takeover – and eyes second annexation. 100,000 gather in central Moscow to celebrate Crimea reunification.
Ukraine peace plan creaks as Russia and Ukraine row.
Ukraine rebels warn they could abandon cease-fire.
Ukraine plans to regain control over Donbas by all means — PM Yatsenyuk.
Latvians should apparently stock up on axes just in case a war breaks out.
Swedish central bank cuts key rate further below zero.
EU looks to step up migrant deportation.
Germany riot targets new ECB headquarters in Frankfurt.
Athens in flames: Greek anarchists torch cars, bins at anti-prison protest. Police cars burn at anti-austerity protest in Germany.
Greek PM to raise cash crunch at EU leaders' summit.
Sweden: Russia biggest threat, 1/3 of its envoys are spies. Sweden security forces fear Russian military operations.
Russia to ensure defense and security of South Ossetian border — treaty on alliance. Russia signs major alliance treaty with South Ossetia, pledges military protection.
Putin to meet top aide to Chinese president in Moscow.
8 Srebrenica massacre suspects arrested.
AMERICAS
US chides Netanyahu's party after Israeli election win. U.S. rebukes Israel's victorious Netanyahu on Mideast policy.
Canada to extend, expand its mission against Islamic State: PM.
Brazil's Rousseff's popularity tumbles in new poll.
First direct flights between US and Cuba taking off.
Castro declares unconditional support for Venezuela in face of US sanctions.
Lawmakers warn of links between Cuba, Iran, Venezuela.
US sets new record for denying, censoring government files.
Envelope sent to White House registers 'presumptive positive' for cyanide.
Boston museum marks 25 years since half-billion-dollar art theft.
California drought: State OKs sweeping restrictions on water use.
27 people at Kansas high school test positive for tuberculosis.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
U.S. drone strike killed al-Shabaab leader Garaar in Somalia: Pentagon.
EU blames 'terrorist organizations' for Tunisia attack.
Inside the Islamic State: Al-Qaeda 'angels' compared to Isis 'demons'.
Afghan officials acknowledge Islamic State presence in their country.
'The Archangel of Death' fighting Islamic State.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
US Federal Reserve modifies stance on low interest rates. Fed opens door for rate hike even as it downgrades economic outlook.
Global population growth threatens to outstrip fresh water supply: study.
Global oil glut set to grow as China slows crude imports.
Windows 10 to launch 'this summer' with free upgrades even for pirated copies.
Dollar declines versus Yen before Fed reveals approach on rates.
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