The United States has lifted sanctions on the former European unit of VTB Bank.
Algeria inaugurated the largest mosque in Africa called the Grand Mosque of Algiers, which can accommodate more than 120,000 worshippers and has a 265-meter-high minaret, making it the third largest mosque in the world.
On Wednesday, German ground staff at five major airports will go on strike, disrupting flights.
More than 1,100 flights will be canceled at 11 German airports on February 1 due to a strike by airport workers.
