After three days of silence, the Ukrainian prime minister, Yulia Tymoshenko, has spoken out in defiance, refusing to accept the victory of Viktor Yanukovych in the presidential race.

• 11 February 2010

Amid heavy security, Iran marks the anniversary of the Islamic revolution. President Ahmadinejad, in a speech in Tehran, announced that Iran had begun production of highly enriched uranium in defiance of the West.

• 11 February 2010

The anniversary of the Islamic revolution is marked by official celebrations and opposition protests. It highlights how far the Islamic revolution has strayed from its ideals, says DW's Jamsheed Faroughi.

• 11 February 2010

Opposition candidate Viktor Yanukovych has narrowly defeated Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko in Ukraine's presidential race, prompting him to demand Tymoshenko concede defeat and resign as prime minister.

• 10 February 2010

At a summit on Wednesday, leaders from countries surrounding the Baltic Sea pledged action to help generate the 'miracle' needed to save one of the world's most heavily polluted bodies of water.

• 10 February 2010

The US Treasury imposes sanctions against companies connected with the Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guards, extending earlier sanctions.

• 10 February 2010

Home-cooked blini stuffed with sour cream, cheese or caviar have been a regular staple in Russian families for centuries. Now residents in cities like Moscow or St. Petersburg can order the crepe-like snacks to go.

• 10 February 2010

Viktor Yanukovych, winner of Ukraine's presidential election, calls on rival Yulia Tymoshenko to abandon her protests and resign as PM.

• 10 February 2010