The actress was a symbol of sexual liberation in the 1950s but became increasingly controversial after making homophobic and racist slurs.

Thousands of homes in parts of Finland, Sweden and Norway have been left without power.

A restored copy of his film, Bashu, the Little Stranger, won an award at this year’s Venice Film Festival.

The Iran Human Rights (IHR) group says it has verified at least 1,500 executions up until the start of December.

Police say the suspects raised around €7m (£6m) for the militant group over more than two years.

The French model and actress has died at the age of 91.

The cocktail of kittenish charm and continental sensuality who swept away the cinematic cobwebs of the 1950s.

The French actress redefined cinematic allure, captivating the world before championing animal rights.

Observers say the vote, accompanied by a renewed crackdown on dissent, is meant to entrench the junta’s power.

The pair are expected to discuss territorial concessions and security guarantees during the negotiations.