Pope Francis Pope Francis venerates the purported remains of his first ever predecessor, as the Vatican gives a public display for what some claim are St Peter's remains.
Kiev More than 100,000 people protest in Kiev, Ukraine, against the decision of Viktor Yanukovych's government to suspend preparations for signing of the association agreement with the European Union under pressure from Russia.
Mali Votes in Mali go to the polls for the first round of parliamentary elections with reports of low voter turnout and abuses.
Honduras Voters in Honduras go to the polls to select a new President, Congress, local government officials and representatives in the Central American Parliament.
Iran Iran signs an interim agreement with the P5+1 countries limiting its nuclear program in exchange for reduced sanctions.
Indonesia Over 12,000 people are evacuated in Indonesia's North Sumatra province after Mount Sinabung erupts.
Angola Angola becomes the first modern country to outlaw Islam, along with other religions unapproved by the Ministry of Justice and Human Rights. Mosques are being destroyed.
Syrian soldiers More than 160 people have been killed in fighting between the Syrian Army and opposition forces in the suburbs of Damascus.