A selection of news photographs taken around the world this week.

We look at 20 photographs of the former KGB agent, who became Russia's president in 1999.

Fly through 15 hours of election results in 10 simple stops.

Why did the Conservatives win a seat they did not target and one they had never won before?

In the new series of The Crown the Queen hears rumours her PM is a Soviet agent. What did MI5 think?

Growing your own fruit and veg is already eco-friendly, but it could also help fight climate change.

New legalisation to protect natural hair has brought national attention to this form of discrimination.

Rumours about Pep Guardiola's future abound, so are we witnessing the beginning of the end of his time at Manchester City?

What are the most important challenges facing the prime minister in the new term of Parliament?

Fire warnings are in place for many areas including Perth, where temperatures are set to remain high.

Boris Johnson visits Sedgefield in north-east England, which has returned its first Conservative MP for 84 years, following the party's general election victory.

Few details about the test have been released, but it is the second at the same site within a week.

Patrick Reed's caddie is thrown out of the Presidents Cup in Melbourne after he "shoved" a fan who had been directing abuse at his player.

The veteran singer beats Robbie Williams and The Who to the UK number one spot in a close race.

The UK, US and Canada have warned people visiting India's north-east to "exercise caution".

Some of the stories you may have missed this week.

Bashir has been sentenced to two years for corruption - but cannot be jailed because of his age.

Mitchell Starc secures a five-wicket haul to help Australia into a commanding position after day three of the first Test with New Zealand in Perth.

UN climate change talks in Madrid are struggling to reach agreement on crucial measures.

Liverpool extend their unbeaten start to the Premier League season as Mohamed Salah's first-half goal secured a 2-0 win over bottom-placed Watford.

Protesters rally against the right-wing League party of Matteo Salvini, using sardines as their symbol.