Multiple sources have told BBC Persian that security forces will not release bodies unless relatives hand over money.

BBC science correspondent Pallab Ghosh explains what happens if an astronaut gets ill in space.

The tanker, Veronica, was seized in a predawn operation "without incident", the US military's Southern Command says.

France says a small military contingent has arrived and more forces will be there in the coming days.

The judiciary says Soltani is not facing charges carrying the death penalty, while a rights group reports that the execution has been "postponed".

Eritrea denies the claim and accuses Ethiopia of seeking a pretext to attack, amid fears of renewed conflict.

At least four people are injured and there are also reports of extensive damage to nearby buildings, he local safety body says.

The tanker, Veronica, was seized in a predawn operation "without incident", the US military's Southern Command says.

Japanese astronaut Kimiya Yui returned safely to Earth on January 15th, smiling and waving after completing more than five months aboard the International Space Station. (News On Japan)

Prime Minister Sanae Takaiichi formally informed senior ruling-party officials on the evening of January 15th of her intention to dissolve the lower house, pushing Japan decisively into full election mode, only for political dynamics to shift again the following day when the Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan and Komeito announced they had agreed to form a new political party. (News On Japan)

In this video we rank the top 5 greatest samurai warriors of Japan's Genpei War! Which warrior will come out on top in this brief list of the most significant combatants from one of Japan's most storied conflicts. (The Shogunate)

All the tips you need to get started planning your trip to Japan! (japan-guide.com)

The judiciary says Soltani is not facing charges carrying the death penalty, while a rights group reports that the execution has been "postponed".

An aircraft that crashed in November had a structural flaw that had been identified by Boeing 15 years ago, investigators say.

An aircraft that crashed in November had a structural flaw that had been identified by Boeing 15 years ago, investigators say.

France says a 15-strong French military contingent has arrived and more forces will be there in the coming days.

As the US announces the next of its plan to end the war, serious obstacles mean implementation will be difficult.

As the US announces the next of its plan to end the war, serious obstacles mean implementation will be difficult.

As the US announces the next of its plan to end the war, serious obstacles mean implementation will be difficult.

The four members of Crew-11 beamed as they stepped out of their spacecraft after a safe landing.