The world in a glance.

Kim Jong Un reappointed as president of North Korea

North Korea’s news agencies reported that Kim Jon Un was reappointed to his role as president of State Affairs.

World in energy crisis worse than 1970s’ oil shocks combined, IEA head says

Energy crunch prompted by Iran war poses 'major threat' to global economy, Fatih Birol says.

Brothers search rubble for missing sibling under Tehran rubble after strike

Five days after a strike destroyed a building in Tehran, Mahdi Mirzahosseini’s brothers are still searching for him.

UN issues new climate warning as El Niño looms

The Earth's climate is further out of balance than at any time in recorded history, the UN's weather agency says.

UN warns Earth's climate being 'pushed beyond its limits' as El Niño looms

The Earth's climate is further out of balance than at any time in recorded history, the UN's weather agency says.

Immense damage seen in Iran’s streets after air strikes

Videos show the aftermath of strikes in Iran, as search teams recover bodies from rubble.

Tehran has responded to attacks with speed and strategy - Iranians are bracing for a long war

Living under the threat of bombardment is terrifying. Barely an hour passes in Tehran without the sound of an explosion. Nowhere feels safe.

Iran war live: Tehran vows to ‘completely close’ Hormuz if power plants hit

US-Israel attacks on Iran continue as Israeli forces blow up the Qasimiyah Bridge in south Lebanon.

Kashmiris donate gold and cash to support Iran

Residents in Indian-administered Kashmir are donating their gold possessions and cash to support Iranians.

France's Socialists hold on to power in major cities in election boost for mainstream

Paris and Marseille are held by the Socialists in local elections which saw the nationalist right win in Nice and certain towns.

Vinicius strikes twice as Real Madrid edge Atletico 3-2 in pulsating derby

Real stay within four points of league leaders Barcelona with hard-fought win in Madrid derby.

Who’s left running Iran?

Much of the top leadership has been eliminated, but the country is still fighting.

Displaced families shelter in tents in Beirut amid Israeli strikes

Families displaced by Israeli strikes are sheltering in tents across Beirut, as rain falls.

Trump sends US immigration agents to airports as shutdown chaos deepens

Shutdown standoff forces US President Trump's hand as airport queues spiral and security staff go unpaid.

Israel to expand ground and air attacks against Hezbollah in Lebanon

There are fears in Lebanon that Israel is preparing for a large-scale ground invasion.

Israeli air strikes on Gaza kill four Palestinians

Strikes intensify across Gaza as health officials say 680 Palestinians have been killed since October's 'ceasefire'.

Israeli settlers violently storm through occupied West Bank

Dozens of Israeli settlers stormed a Palestinian village near Nablus during Eid al-Fitr, torching homes and vehicles.

Israel vows to escalate campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon

Israel says it will escalate operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon, targeting bridges over the Litani River.

Lebanon’s Aoun warns Israeli attack on bridge ‘prelude to ground invasion’

Israeli army chief says the operation against Hezbollah "has only begun" and would be "prolonged".

Israeli settlers target Palestinian villages in occupied West Bank, attacking people and properties

The violence began after 18-year-old settler Yehuda Sherman was killed after reportedly being hit by a vehicle driven by a Palestinian while on his quad bike.

Trump says ICE agents will assist airport security as DHS shutdown continues

Travellers have faced hours-long waits at airports around the country as a partial government shutdown has left TSA agents without pay.

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy urges allies to pressure Russia ahead of US talks

With US-Ukraine talks set to resume in Florida, Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns Russia is increasing its oil revenues.

Iranian missiles injure 180 in towns near Israeli nuclear site

Israel is investigating how ballistic missiles got through the country's sophisticated air defences.

Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid 3-2: La Liga – as it happened

All the updates as Real Madrid come from behind to beat Atletico and stay in touch with league leaders Barca.

Did Israel miscalculate Iranian military capabilities?

Iranian attacks on Arad and Dimona near Israeli nuclear site raise serious questions about Israel's defence strategy.

Iran claims missile attacks on key Israeli military bases

Iran says it launched multiple ballistic missile and drone strikes, targeting bases across Israel, UAE, and Kuwait.

Iranian authorities taunt US, Israel, EU amid strikes and assassinations

Iranians are concerned about the impact of potential attacks on power plants as the scope of US-Israel war expands.

Iranian missiles injure 160 in towns near Israeli nuclear site

Israel is investigating how ballistic missiles got through the country's sophisticated air defences.

'We cannot be in peace', say Guthrie family as they renew appeal over missing mother

A seven-week nationwide search for 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, the mother of TV anchor Savannah Guthrie has not identified any suspects.

Is Greater Israel already happening on the ground?

From a verse in the Bible, to a map, to strategy, to action, Greater Israel has stopped being just a concept.

Canada’s Supreme Court must strike down Quebec’s Bill 21

Under the guise of preserving secularism, this law allows the exclusion of people based on their religious identity.

LIVE: Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid – La Liga

Follow the build-up, analysis and live text commentary of the Madrid derby as Real host Atletico at the Bernabeu.

Iran says will hit region’s energy sites if US, Israel target power plants

Iran warns of 'irreversibly' destroying vital infrastructure across region after Trump threatens to bomb power plants.

Qatari and Turkish citizens die in military helicopter crash

Four Qatari military personnel, one Turkish serviceman and two technicians from a Turkish defence company were on board.

The Gaza Tribunal: A question of complicity

What role has the UK played in Israel’s war on Gaza? We meet those who say it’s complicit in atrocities committed there.

Hezbollah attack kills one in north Israel as assault on Lebanon continues

Hezbollah has been launching attacks in response to US-Israel war on Iran as more Israeli troops enter southern Lebanon.

Pakistan T20 cricket league to be held in empty stadiums amid oil crisis

Pakistan Super League will be held on schedule from March 26, but without the crowds and only at two venues.

Moment Iranian strike hits central Tel Aviv

Watch the moment an Iranian strike hits what appears to be a bridge in central Tel Aviv, startling pedestrians nearby.

Moment Israeli strike hits bridge in southern Lebanon

Video shows the moment Israeli jets strike the Qasmiyeh Bridge over the Litani River in southern Lebanon.

‘Opening Strait of Hormuz will probably require US boots on the ground’

‘Opening Strait of Hormuz will probably require US boots on the ground’

Sudan drone attack on key hospital killed 64 people during Eid, WHO says

The strike killed 64 people, including 13 children, two nurses and a doctor, according to the WHO head.

Trump’s changing messages on Iran war: What does it say about US strategy?

With the war in its fourth week, the Trump administration sends contradictory messages on how to proceed.

‘Colonialism did its job of isolating us’ – Colombia VP

Francia Marquez called for stronger Latin America–Africa ties to boost growth and challenge colonial legacies.

'A direct hit' - BBC visits Israeli town after Iranian strike

The BBC's Sebastian Usher reports from Dimona in southern Israel, which was hit by an Iranian missile.

Puerto Rican activists bring medicine to Havana despite US blockade

Puerto Rican activists brought suitcases filled with medicine and medical supplies to Havana despite US blockade.

Two skiers killed after avalanche sweeps through busy slope

Two people have been killed after being caught in a large avalanche in northern Italy, the country's mountain rescue service has said.

Cuba left in darkness after third power cuts in a month

Cuba's power grid has collapsed for the third time this month, leaving the country in darkness with no electricity.

Aftermath of Iranian missile strikes near Israel’s nuclear facility

It was the first time Iranian missiles had penetrated Israeli air defence systems in the area around a key nuclear site.

Lebanese nurse refuses to leave her post at hospital despite loses

Lebanese nurse remains at her post in the Bekaa Valley after losing her fiance in the 2024 Israel-Hezbollah war.

‘The United States doesn’t even pretend to be within international law’

‘The United States doesn't even pretend to be within international law’