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BBC News Amsterdam violence exposes tensions in Dutch society: 'We cannot be made into enemies'
There are concerns the unrest has damaged community relations and tensions have spilled over into politics too.
BBC News A look at Trump's new top team... in 74 seconds
Among the allies the president-elect has chosen to join his administration are contentious figures, even within the Republican party.
BBC News United by loyalty, Trump's new team members have competing agendas
This week has revealed much about Trump's ambition but also hinted at tests and headaches that may lay ahead.
BBC News 'Bulldozer justice' now illegal in India - but who will pay for my broken home?
The court has banned authorities from arbitrarily razing down homes but victims say the ruling changes nothing for them.
BBC News China megaport opens up Latin America as wary US looks on
A new China-backed megaport in Peru may create whole new trade routes that will bypass North America entirely.
BBC News Elon Musk met Iran's UN ambassador in New York
It is not clear if President-elect Trump or his national security team were aware of the meeting.
BBC News North Korean troops in Ukraine ‘grave escalation’, Scholz tells Putin
The German chancellor spoke to Russia's leader for the first time in nearly two years.
BBC News Pro-Russia bill triggers protests in Georgia breakaway region
Protesters stormed parliament and are calling for the president to resign over a Russian investment bill.
BBC News South Africa cuts supplies to thousands of illegal miners hiding underground
This week a government minister said those underground illegally would be "smoked out".
BBC News Recess appointments eyed to speed up confirmation of Trump cabinet picks
Nominees can face a lengthy Senate vetting process before taking office, though Trump may try to upend that exercise in some cases.
BBC News Trafficking ring preyed on vulnerable Romanian teens - police
Men and women were taken from Romania and forced to work for little pay in Budapest.
BBC News Netanyahu aide investigated over 7 October document changes
Tzachi Braverman is accused of altering phone records to make the prime minister look more decisive.
BBC News Valencia chief admits flood mistakes but defies calls for resignation
Spain's under-fire regional leader Carlos Mazón defies calls for his resignation after last month's deadly floods.
BBC News Landslide win for new Sri Lankan president's left-leaning coalition
The parliamentary majority will allow Anura Kumara Dissanayake to consolidate power and advance reforms.
BBC News At least 15 rescue workers killed in Israeli strike in Lebanon
It is one of the deadliest attacks of its kind involving emergency responders since the war began.