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Iranian attacks amount to violation of sovereignty, Gulf states tell UN

UN Human Rights Council passes resolution demanding end to Iran's 'unprovoked attacks' on countries in the Middle East.

'There's no safety anymore': Palestinians warn of expanding West Bank settler violence

There has been a surge of attacks by Israeli settlers on Palestinian villages across the occupied territory since the start of the Iran war.

US-Iran mediation: What are each side’s demands – and is a deal possible?

Trump's envoys have sent a 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran via Pakistan. But Tehran has its own conditions.

Brazil's Bolsonaro gets temporary house arrest for ill-health

Former President Jair Bolsonaro was moved from his cell to hospital earlier this month with pneumonia.

Denmark’s PM resigns after failing to secure majority in general election

Mette Frederiksen could return for a third term as prime minister after tough coalition talks.

Spain’s PM says Israel to inflict on Lebanon same destruction as in Gaza

Pedro ​Sanchez has been one of the few leaders in Europe to condemn Israel's war in Lebanon, US-Israeli ⁠war on Iran.

'Fearless' Mel Schilling remembered by Married at First Sight co-star

Paul C Brunson pays an emotional tribute to his fellow TV relationship expert, who died on Tuesday.

UN human rights chief warns war on Iran is spreading

UN human rights chief Volker Turk says the war on Iran is spreading across the region, with civilians bearing the brunt.

US Democrats condemn war on Iran as Senate resolution fails

The latest war powers resolution in the US Senate to end US attacks on Iran has failed in a 47-53 vote.

The Iranian former commander who could be Trump's pick to negotiate with

A former commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guards has emerged as a possible US contact for talks - as the new Supreme Leader's condition remains uncertain.

Is Iran’s negotiating position stronger than when US-Israeli war started?

Tehran believes so, and will seek to extract concessions that the US and Gulf nations can't agree to, analysts caution.

Dreams of survival: How war has restructured Gaza’s job market

Gaza's professionals adapt careers to survive, shifting from arts and business to whatever they can find to make money.

Are US-Iran peace talks actually happening? Everything we know so far

Donald Trump's claim that members of his administration are negotiating with Iran on the ongoing conflict has caused more confusion than clarity. 

Graffiti conviction for Australian woman who stuck googly eyes on sculpture

The woman had taken MDMA and three litres of vodka when she vandalised the piece nicknamed Blue Blob.

Instagram and Facebook owner Meta ordered to pay £280m for knowingly harming children

Meta, the owner of Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp, has been ordered to pay $375m (£280m) in damages after it was found to have knowingly harmed children's mental health.

US-Israel war on Iran: What’s happening on day 26 of attacks?

Iran, Israel, the Gulf faced new missiles and drones. The US has signalled military escalation and openness to a deal.

In pictures: Hunting lynx snatches top prize in photo competition

A young lynx caught mid play has won the Wildlife Photographer of the Year People's Choice Award 2026.

Journalists at Australia's national broadcaster strike for first time in 20 years

Staff have walked out for 24 hours over a pay rise offer that was below inflation.

Thousands march to mark 50th anniversary of Argentina’s bloody coup

Thousands of people took to the streets in Buenos Aires to mark the 50th anniversary of Argentina’s last military coup.

New Zealand footballers willing to play Iran World Cup match outside US

The teams are set to play on June 15 in Los Angeles, but Iran has threatened to boycott its matches due to the war.

OpenAI ends Disney partnership as it closes Sora video-making app

The move comes less two years after the launch of the AI video app sent shockwaves through the media industry.

What we know about the US’s 15-point plan Iran proposal

US media reports the Trump administration has proposed a temporary ceasefire and a 15-point plan to end the war on Iran.

Sara Duterte impeachment hearings start as political death match heats up

The Philippines' VP faces another impeachment round with her 2028 presidential run on the line.

Philippine president declares energy emergency as impact of Iran war felt

Transport unions say emergency declaration a 'superficial band-aid' that does not address root cause of fuel crisis.

Danish PM faces fight to stay in post after election losses

Denmark's centre-left prime minister has said she wants to stay in her job after inconclusive election results left the country facing weeks of coalition talks.

Israeli and Palestinian mothers call for peace on barefoot walk

Israeli and Palestinian mothers marched barefoot through Rome, calling for greater protection for children.

Iran war live: Iranian military dismisses Trump’s claim of negotiations

US-Israeli strikes on Iran continue despite claims of talks, with at least 12 killed, 28 wounded in an attack in Tehran.

Russian weapons, tactics seen in Ukraine are shaping Myanmar’s civil war

Russian role felt in Myanmar, from aircraft to waves of conscripts launching 'meat assaults' made infamous in Ukraine.

Palestinian refugees in Lebanon face another forced displacement

After Israel’s bombing of Beirut’s southern suburb of Dahiyeh, Palestinian refugee Dalal Dawali fled to Beddawi camp.

Russia launches 948 drones at Ukraine in largest attack over 24-hour period

Cities across Ukraine were hit, with local officials reporting at least eight people killed and dozens injured.

Arms manufacturer thrives amid US-Israel war on Iran

Elbit Systems has seen rapid growth as wars intensify across Iran, Palestine, and Lebanon.

Trump claims US has achieved ‘regime change’, ‘received present’ from Iran

US President Donald Trump has told reporters in the Oval Office that the US has achieved regime change in Iran.

Iraq to summon US, Iran envoys over deadly attacks: PM’s office

Iraqi government says it plans to deliver 'formal notes of protest' amid recent strikes tied to US-Israeli war on Iran.

What happened in the seconds before Air Canada plane crashed at LaGuardia

BBC Verify breaks down the moments before the deadly collision with a fire truck at the New York airport.

Iranian missiles cause injuries and major damage across Israel

Iran released a video showing the launch of missiles as a new wave targeted areas across Israel.

Pilots killed in LaGuardia plane crash named

Investigators released details from the final three minutes of cockpit and tower communications, which showed controllers cleared both the plane and a fire truck to cross the…

Rescuers race to save stranded whale in Germany

Rescuers are trying to save a young humpback whale which is stranded in shallow waters in northern Germany.

US says they’re talking, Iran says they’re not. Who’s telling the truth?

Critics say Trump's claim of negotiations is a tactic to calm the market, but could the Iranians be ready to talk?

Egypt’s Mohamed Salah to leave Liverpool at end of season after 9-year stay

The former Chelsea and Roma forward has been linked with a move from Premier League champions to Saudi Pro League.

What impact is the war on Iran having on Israel?

Iranian missiles hit the country as global economic damage deepens.

Why is Trump asking for Europe’s help in war on Iran?

Former French Ambassador to the US Gerard Araud argues that Europe is right to avoid the US-Israeli war on Iran.

Israeli strike lands near Roman ruins in Lebanon

Smoke was seen rising close to Roman ruins in the Lebanese city of Tyre after an Israeli strike hit a building nearby.

Everyday life in Asia is being upended by Iran war fuel crisis

Asia relies heavily on oil and gas from the Gulf, and shortages and higher prices are starting to bite.

When are UEFA’s World Cup 2026 playoffs, and which nations are involved?

The final qualification spots for the FIFA World Cup 2026 are about to be sealed via UEFA and Intercontinental playoffs.

Israeli defences questioned as Iran continues to cause damage

Iranian missiles have caused damage in Israel, raising questions about the country’s air defence systems.

Iran war shows norms of international conflicts have been overturned

US threats against energy infrastructure, and Iran's retaliation on its Gulf neighbours, signal a clear change.

Iran war shows norms of international conflicts have been upended

US threats against energy infrastructure, and Iran's retaliation on its Gulf neighbours, signal a clear change.

Moment rescuers find man alive under the rubble in Tehran

Rescuers have pulled a man alive from the rubble after US-Israeli strikes hit a residential area in Tehran.

Keir Starmer’s policy on the Iran war is a recipe for catastrophe

The British government has learned no lessons from the disaster that the US-UK invasion of Iraq was.

Is the US talking to Iran’s Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, and who is he?

Iranian leaders, including Ghalibaf, have denied that talks with the US are under way.