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Inside the cockpit of RAF tanker during defensive mission against Iranian drones
Defence correspondent Jonathan Beale flies onboard an RAF Voyager as it refuels jets in the Middle East.
Trump says U.S. negotiating with Iranian leaders, despite Iran’s denials
Iran contradicted Trump’s claims that direct talks with more a moderate regime in Tehran were making “great progress.”
Long queues in Myanmar as Iran war fuel crisis deepens
Drivers are queuing for hours at petrol stations in Myanmar as the Iran war continues to send shockwaves across the globe.
Social media firms must better enforce Australia under-16 ban, watchdog says
Regulator eSafety says it has concerns about how Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube are complying with the ban.
Thieves steal works by Cézanne, Renoir, Matisse in less than 3 minutes
Four masked men are believed to have forced their way through an entry gate, grabbed the paintings and escaped by climbing a fence, Italy’s Carabinieri said.
Gazan mother reunited with evacuated daughter after two years
The girl is among at least eight children who were premature newborns when they were evacuated during heavy fighting in Gaza at the start of the war.
Palestinians convicted of deadly attacks face death penalty under new Israeli law
The new law, passed on Monday, was pushed hard by the far-right and Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
Shock, sadness and relief in town at centre of Australia's seven-month manhunt for Dezi Freeman
Porepunkah has been in the spotlight since Dezi Freeman shot dead two police officers last year.
Israel suspends battalion that detained CNN crew in West Bank
Reservists from the IDF’s ultra-Orthodox Netzah Yehuda unit held CNN journalists for two hours on Thursday.
Most Syrian refugees in Germany expected to return home in three years, Merz says
Merz’s government has taken a tougher line on refugees and migrants, amid surging support for the anti-immigration AfD party.
Céline Dion announces comeback shows in Paris after incurable diagnosis
The star was diagnosed with a rare condition that affects her singing voice and her ability to walk.
Two Indonesian UN peacekeepers killed in explosion in Lebanon
It is the second fatal incident in the last 24 hours, Unifil says, after Israel expanded its operation against Hezbollah.
Barbie Dream Fest in Florida to issue refunds after fan complaints
Fans, who paid up to $450 (£340), complained of a grey convention centre backdrop and a "swag bag" that included only a plastic pouch with a Barbie hand sanitiser.
Zelensky says allies asked him to scale back attacks on Russian energy
Ukraine's president says partners asked if the attacks could be "reduced" as prices soar due to the Iran war.
Nigerian president's rivals get major boost as political heavyweight joins fold
Rabiu Kwankwaso joins the ADC, a coalition poised to take on President Tinubu in the 2027 elections.
Inside Nasa's moon spacesuit lab ahead of Artemis launch
The Artemis II spacesuits are designed to protect the astronauts during launch and landing, as well as possible emergency scenarios.
How the US could try to seize Iran's Kharg Island
Donald Trump has indicated he could send troops to take control of Iran's key oil export terminal.
Russian oil tanker reaches Cuba after Trump appears to loosen blockade
The tanker has reached Cuban waters just hours after Donald Trump said he had "no problem" with it.
Outrage grows over Israeli restrictions to Jerusalem sites during Holy Week
In a rare about-face, the move by Israeli police to block Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa from the holiest site in Christianity was reversed after criticism.
Air Canada CEO to retire after criticism for English-only condolence video
Michael Rousseau faced calls to resign for his message after the Air Canada crash at LaGuardia airport killed two pilots, including one French-Canadian.
Three killed as unfinished building collapses on church service in Ghana
Locals say the structure, in a school complex, was in use despite lying unfinished for a number of years.
Kris Jenner's image spreads in Chinese social media good luck trend
Hundreds of thousands of posts have been shared in the past three days as users hope for prosperity
Spain closes airspace to US aircraft involved in Iran war
It follows a decision by the Spanish government to deny the US use of the two jointly run military bases in Andalusia.
48-hour curfew imposed after attack on bar in Nigerian city
The raid led to revenge attacks in Jos, with 22 reported dead so far in one of the most volatile parts of the country.
Fuel rations and free buses: How countries are responding to rising oil prices
Governments around the world have introduced measures to limit the impact of price increases.
Russia expels British diplomat over spying allegations
A UK Foreign Office spokesman accused Russia of an "aggressive and co-ordinated campaign of harassment against British diplomats".
Israel targets Iran’s leaders with lethal expertise using new AI platform
The division of responsibility has left Israel to hunt and kill Iranian leaders ruthlessly, using an intelligence apparatus built up to assassinate with lethal proficiency.
Fugitive Dezi Freeman shot dead by Australian police after seven months in hiding
Freeman has been wanted since the fatal shooting of two police officers in Porepunkah in August.
How Australia’s seven-month-long manhunt came to an end
Fugitive Dezi Freeman has been wanted since he shot dead two police officers on his rural property in August last year.
Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing nominated as president
The military leader, who has been sanctioned by Western countries, is now certain to get the job.
