Pro-Moscow rebels fighting in Ukraine said on Friday they would comply with a request from the Kremlin and open up a 'humanitarian corridor' to allow the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops they have encircled.

Haider al-Abadi called on political leaders to end feuds that have let jihadists seize a third of the country.

U.S. forces launched two additional airstrikes against ISIS militants.

Strongest global action yet over Moscow's support for Ukraine rebels.

Gaza has seen one of its heaviest nights of bombardment in three weeks, after Israel's prime minister warned of a long conflict ahead. Gaza's only power plant was damaged as Israel carried out 60 air strikes.

Humanitarian chief said ceasefire is "vital" as flight ban to Israel lifted.

Rights official has condemned Israel's military actions in Gaza Strip.

The first planes carrying victims' bodies from crashed flight MH17 have left Ukraine for the Netherlands, where experts will begin to identify them. Dutch P.M. Mark Rutte will meet the planes amid day of mourning.

Air force accused of shooting down jet over Ukraine territory.

Russian separatists accused of lacking willingness to reach truce with government.