U.S. operations in Syria against Islamic State kill seven, capture fighters
U.S. forces have engaged in multiple missions against the Islamic State since the killing of two U.S. soldiers in Syria early this month.
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Trump sends ‘wartime prime minister’ Netanyahu back to Israel with a boost
While meetings between the U.S. and Israeli leaders focused on pressing Middle East issues, for Prime Minister Netanyahu, they were also a domestic power play.
The 'thorny' issues that threaten to derail a Russia-Ukraine peace deal
Two of the main sticking points involve territory and the fate of Europe's biggest nuclear plant, which is currently occupied by Russia.
Thieves use drill to steal €30m in German bank heist
Gelsenkirchen Police say thieves used the "quiet" days after Christmas to break into the high street branch.
Protests spread across Iran for third day after currency hits record low
The Iranian rial hit a record low against the US dollar on Sunday, prompting shopkeepers in Tehran to stage protests, which have quickly spread.
Tensions between Saudi Arabia and UAE spike with bombing of port
The Saudi strike in Yemen on an alleged weapons shipment from the UAE marked an unprecedented escalation of friction between the rival gulf powers.
Guinea junta chief takes lead in controversial election as social media restricted
TikTok, YouTube and Facebook are down, as the nation awaits the final result from the presidential poll.
UAE says it will withdraw from Yemen after Saudi strike on separatist-held port
The UAE and Saudi have been allies in the war against the Houthis, but infighting between the rival factions they support has caused a rift between them.
Eurostar warns of ongoing delays after services resume
Passengers detail how they have been left stranded and looking for other routes after power issues in the Channel Tunnel.
French right pushes for national tribute to film star Brigitte Bardot
A petition for a national homage to Brigitte Bardot - who died on Sunday - attracts more than 23,000 signatures.
Chinese monument in Panama toppled amid Trump’s canal fight
A monument overlooking the Panama Canal appears to be the latest casualty in President Trump’s simmering contest with China for influence over the key waterway.
Turkey detains 357 suspected IS members in nationwide raids
The arrests come just a day after three police officers were killed during a siege in the town of Yalova.
Portraits of a Palestinian diaspora
Each chapter of exile has been followed by another.
As Russia’s war grinds on, its society is fraying
The Kremlin paints a picture of a society united by war, but underneath, frustration is festering as all avenues of creativity and dissent or controlled or blocked.
Khaleda Zia, first female prime minister of Bangladesh, dies
She rose to power after her husband was killed in an attempted coup, and had a fierce political rivalry with Sheikh Hasina, who was ousted last year.
How ancient Sparta explains 2026
Netanyahu, the Trump administration and others on the global right are drawing renewed inspiration from a Greek city-state mythologized for its militarism.
Anthony Joshua injured in Nigeria car crash that killed two team members
The British heavyweight boxer suffered minor injuries in the crash, which killed two team members and close friends.
Spanish woman who found fame for botching fresco restoration dies
Cecilia Giménez's effort to restore the painting Ecce Homo earned the artwork the nickname "Monkey Christ".
What growing up in war does to a child's brain - and how it really affects them years later
Fergal Keane has met thousands of traumatised children while reporting on conflicts. Here, he researches the long-term effect on them - and what, if anything, can help.
Khaleda Zia: Slain leader's widow who went on to lead Bangladesh
The country's first female prime minister governed in periods of violent unrest and economic hardship.
Alleged Bondi gunmen acted alone and did not train in the Philippines, police say
The father-and-son duo spent a month in the Philippines before the attack that killed 15 people in Bondi.
Bangladesh's first female prime minister Khaleda Zia dies aged 80
For decades, Zia and ousted PM Sheikh Hasina were bitter rivals - and their feud defined Bangladesh's politics.
'No worries': Trump downplays Chinese military drills around Taiwan
The US President has downplayed the drills which follow a US announcement of an $11bn arms sale to Taiwan.
Great white sharks face extinction in Mediterranean, say researchers
Overfishing and illegal fishing are contributing to the loss of sharks, including great whites.
The fight over Christian nationalism in a small Tennessee town
A controversy kicked off after two religious podcasters moved into an Appalachian hill town deep in the Bible Belt.
Brazil's Bolsonaro undergoes second medical procedure for hiccups
The former far-right leader receives second treatment in three days for chronic hiccups.
Photographing the hidden world of slime mould
Meet Barry Webb and his award-winning images of the tiny world of slime mould.
Naan: How the 'world's best bread' travelled from Islamic courts to our plates
Naan, a leavened flatbread, was once the food of nobility but is now a global culinary delight.
Coups, elections and protests - a difficult year for democracy in Africa
Post-election violence in Tanzania and more coups were part of a turbulent 12 months on the continent.
Russia's losses in Ukraine rise faster than ever as US pushes for peace deal
A steep rise in soldiers' obituaries is documented by the BBC as part of its work in counting Russian war losses.
Trump hopes to reach phase two of Gaza ceasefire 'very quickly'
The US president also warns Hamas will have "hell to pay" if it does not disarm, after talks with Netanyahu.
Israeli recognition of Somaliland prompts global outcry, emergency U.N. meeting
Israel’s diplomatic move makes it an outlier in the international community.
Trump says US hit 'big facility' linked to alleged Venezuelan drug boats
The US president would not confirm US media reports that the explosion was caused by a CIA drone strike.
K-pop band member sued for $30m after bitter record label feud
Record label Ador says it has dropped NewJeans member Danielle Marsh while the return of Minji remains uncertain.
Taiwan condemns China as ‘biggest destroyer of peace’ as drills continue
Beijing’s military launched a massive simulated blockade of Taiwan, sending a warning to the independent island after the U.S. approved an $11 billion arms sale.