The world in a glance.

Three Russian diplomats expelled from Austria over spying accusations

They gathered information using a "forest of antennas" installed on top of diplomatic buildings, the foreign minister says.

Nepal lodges protest against India over long-running border dispute

Nepal complains after India and China agree to resume a religious pilgrimage through a contested Himalayan pass.

Captain warns ‘no ship will be a hero’ by risking Hormuz transit

Captain Raman Kapoor says no vessel will attempt to exit the Strait of Hormuz without assurance of safety.

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Israel intensifies airstrikes

US official says China is ‘funding’ Iran, urges Beijing to help open Hormuz

Scott Bessent says US has 'absolute control' of Hormuz, but calls on China to 'step up' with diplomacy to reopen strait.

UAE reports missile and drone strikes incoming from Iran

There are no immediate reports of casualties. There has been no immediate comment from ‌Iran.

India loses its last left-wing government after five decades

Kerala in India, which gave the world its first democratically elected communist government, has voted the left out.

Watch: Moment United Airlines flight strikes vehicle during landing

Flight 169 from Venice, Italy, landed safely at Newark Airport with no reported injuries among the 231 passengers and crew. The lorry driver sustained minor injuries.

What is hantavirus, suspected in deaths of three people on cruise ship?

World Health Organization says risk to the general public remains low despite suspected outbreak on the MV Hondius.

Why the United Nations is no longer fit for purpose

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Arsenal vs Atletico Madrid: Champions League – team news, start and lineups

The two sides, who have never lifted the trophy, renew their rivalry after the first leg of the semifinal finished 1-1.

Trump’s ‘Project Freedom’: Can US navy ‘guide’ stuck ships out of Hormuz?

Trump says US navy will free up ships stranded in the Gulf, but it remains unclear how the campaign will be implemented.

Record cocaine seizure made by Spanish police

Police in Spain have made what they have said is a "record-breaking cocaine seizure in the Atlantic", as part of an ongoing crackdown on international drug trafficking.

‘Israel is not implementing the ceasefire agreement in Gaza’

‘Israel is not implementing the ceasefire agreement in Gaza’

Iran says it fired missiles at US warship to prevent it entering Hormuz

Iranian state media says two missiles have struck a US navy destroyer to prevent it entering the Strait of Hormuz.

NATO chief says Europeans have ‘gotten the message’ from Trump on defence

The US president has accused some NATO countries of not doing enough to support the US-Israel war on Iran.

Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani in critical condition in hospital

The long-time champion of Trump and former New York mayor is in hospital, according to his spokesman.

Iran warns US to stay out of Hormuz after Trump says US will ‘guide’ ships

President Trump says the US will begin Project Freedom on Monday to guide stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz.

Soldiers prepare for NATO deployment near Russian border with urban combat drills

Troops from the Royal Regiment of Scotland have been taking part in urban combat drills as they prepare to deploy to the Baltic states for a major NATO exercise.

Three dead after monster truck crashes into crowd

At least 38 people were injured when the vehicle ploughed into the crowd at a show in Colombia.

Crew of Iranian ship seized by US forces evacuated to Pakistan, gov’t says

Twenty-two crew members from the seized Iranian ship MV Touska have been transferred to Pakistan for repatriation.

Japan PM says Iran war oil crisis having ‘enormous impact’ in Asia Pacific

Sanae Takaichi makes comments during a visit to Australia, where she signs agreements on energy supplies.

BBC uncovers the scammers exploiting dogs to elicit donations from animal lovers

Unwitting donors hand over money to save suffering animals but Ugandan con artists pocket the cash.

All-round hero Hardie helps Babar Azam’s Peshawar Zalmi win PSL 2026

Hardie's 4 wickets and 56 runs help secure Peshawar's second PSL title with a five-wicket win over Hyderabad Kingsmen.

How to escape Russia’s army: Soldiers serving in Ukraine seek a way out

Russia's army faces a desertion crisis as it continues to use waves of soldiers to attack Ukraine's defensive positions.

Fireworks in Milan as Inter clinch Serie A title with a 2-0 win over Parma

Inter Milan win their 21st Scudetto, edging Napoli, with three matches remaining in the Italian football league season.

Three dead in suspected virus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship

The World Health Organization said one case of hantavirus infection had been confirmed, with five more suspected cases under investigation.

Detained Gaza aid flotilla activists arrive in Netherlands

Two activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla arrived in the Netherlands after being released from Israeli custody.

Trump says US to begin escorting ships in Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump has announced a naval mission to escort stranded ships through the Strait of Hormuz.

Taiwan president visits Eswatini days after blaming China for cancelled trip

It is unclear how he reached Eswatini. China described his visit as a "stowaway-style escape farce".

UK on verge of joining EU's £78bn loan for Ukraine as Starmer seeks reset with Brussels

The UK is on the verge of joining the EU's €90bn (£78bn) loan scheme for Ukraine, as the government seeks to shore up support for Kyiv and deepen defence ties with the…

Iran war live: US denies frigate hit by missiles in Hormuz Strait

Reported incident comes after Trump announced 'Project Freedom' to free stranded ships from the Strait of Hormuz.

European leaders converge on Armenia as Russia looks on

Two European summits are being held in a country long considered Russia's closest ally in the region.

Three dead in suspected hantavirus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship

Three of six passengers ill from a suspected rodent-transmitted virus have died, and one is in intensive care, WHO says.

French left-wing’s Melenchon says he will run for president in 2027

Melenchon says he will make fourth bid for presidency with President Macron term-limited and Le Pen facing ban.

Real Madrid stays alive in La Liga title race with victory at Espanyol

Two goals by Vinicius Jr allowed Madrid to remain in title contention with Barcelona ahead of El Clasico next Sunday.

Is Israel expanding into Gaza despite ceasefire?

Redi Tlhabi speaks to Ray Adams Row Farr from Forensic Architecture about Israel’s expansion into Gaza post-ceasefire.

Germany’s Merz downplays rift with Washington despite US troop drawdown

German chancellor says criticism of Donald Trump's strategy in Iran unrelated to troop withdrawal announcement.

Israel’s strategy of ‘permanent war’: A race against time?

Political analyst Daniel Levy says US policy is so ‘marinated’ in Israeli narratives, the two are indistinguishable.

Iran says US has responded to its latest peace proposal

The US is yet to formally confirm it has responded. However, Trump reportedly told Israel's Kan News it was unacceptable.

Israeli forces kill Palestinian man in raid on Nablus in occupied West Ban

Israeli forces have raided the city of Nablus in the occupied West Bank, killing a 26-year-old man.

Two US service members reported missing in Morocco, officials say

A search and rescue operation is underway for the service members, who are believed to have been involved in an accident, according to authorities.

Manchester United beat Liverpool to secure Champions League qualification

Kobbie Mainoo's late strike earns a thrilling victory after bitter rivals Liverpool had fought back from two goals down.

Police officer lowered into crocodile-infested river to recover human remains

Police suspect the human remains belong to a businessman swept away by floodwater last week.

Zelenskyy has no cards to play against Russia or the West

The president seems unable to secure for Ukrainian people a gain that can compensate for a painful peace.

Concern for jailed Iranian Nobel laureate as brother fears she is dying

Her family said the 54-year-old had been taken from prison to a local hospital after a sharp deterioration in her health.

On World Press Freedom Day, Pope honours journalists killed in war zones

Pope Leo XIV asks faithful to remember journalists who have lost their lives pursuing the truth.

Who are the two Gaza flotilla activists abducted by Israel?

Spanish national Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian Thiago Avila were among 175 Gaza flotilla activists detained by Israel.

Russian strikes kill 10 as Zelensky says Ukraine hits oil tankers and terminal

Fatalities have been reported around Ukraine as Kyiv says Russian "shadow fleet" tankers were hit by drones.

US to cut troops in Germany as Iran war spat deepens

US-German relations are straining as a spat deepens between President Trump and Chancellor Merz over the war on Iran.