Terrorism & Security

Teenager among first to be executed over Iran's anti-government protests

Saleh Mohammadi, a member of Iran's national wrestling team, was found guilty of killing police officers alongside two other men, state media say.

BBC World News Mar 19, 2026
Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Teenager among first to be executed over Iran's anti-government protests

Saleh Mohammadi, a member of Iran's national wrestling team, was found guilty of killing police officers alongside two o...

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Denmark planned to blow up Greenland runways if US invaded, reports say

Denmark's public broadcaster reports that the US operation to seize Venezuela's leader sparked fears it would act agains...

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Denmark planned to blow up Greenland runways if US invaded, reports say

Denmark's public broadcaster reports that the US operation to seize Venezuela's leader sparked fears it would act agains...

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Ros Atkins on... Trump's mixed messages on the war

The BBC’s Analysis Editor looks at President Trump’s mixed messages on the war with Iran.

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

India Joining One Of Europe’s Fighter Programs Is Anything But Easy

India has an urgent need for new combat aircraft but the European next-generation fighter offerings are not the answer. ...

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Norway crown princess to address Epstein links as son's rape trial closes

Mette-Marit gives a much-anticipated interview, due to be broadcast on Friday.

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Norway crown princess to address Epstein links as son's rape trial closes

Mette-Marit gives a much-anticipated interview, due to be broadcast on Friday.

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

US considers lifting sanctions on some Iranian oil

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent broached waiving sanctions on oil already at sea, which would be a stunning reversal of...

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Trump compares attack on Iran to Pearl Harbor in meeting with Japanese PM

In a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister, US President Donald Trump was asked why he didn't inform allies about his pla...

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Trump compares attack on Iran to Pearl Harbor in meeting with Japanese PM

In a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister, US President Donald Trump was asked why he didn't inform allies about his pla...

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

USAF F-35 Makes Emergency Landing After Allegedly Being Hit by Iranian Fire

The F-35 was flying a combat mission over Iran when it was forced to divert to a U.S. airbase. The post USAF F-35 Makes ...

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Former counter-terrorism head investigated by FBI over alleged leaks

The former counter-terrorism head resigned on Tuesday over the war with Iran, saying the country posed "no imminent thre...

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

A-10 Warthogs Are Prowling For Iranian Boats In The Strait Of Hormuz

A-10s are executing one of the lesser-known missions they've trained to do for decades, hunting down Iranian fast attack...

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Watch: Missile lands next to presenter during live report from Lebanon

In footage from Russian state broadcaster RT, correspondent Steve Sweeney is seen diving off screen as a missile hits.

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Are US and Israel in lockstep in Iran war? Deciphering Trump's post after gas field attacks

What does Trump's Truth Social post after gas field attacks tell us about US-Israeli alignment?

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Spain's king welcomes Mexico's World Cup invite after 'abuse' comments

News of the invitation emerges after the monarch acknowledged "a lot of abuse" during the Spanish conquest of Mexico.

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Spain's king welcomes Mexico's World Cup invite after 'abuse' comments

News of the invitation emerges after the monarch acknowledged "a lot of abuse" during the Spanish conquest of Mexico.

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Chad warns Sudan it will retaliate after drone strike on mourners kills 17

President Idris Mahamat Déby orders the military to be on high alert and a "total closure" of the border.

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Former counter-terrorism head investigated by FBI over alleged leaks

The former counter-terrorism head resigned on Tuesday over the war with Iran, saying the country posed "no imminent thre...

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

DR Congo and Rwanda agree to ease tensions after talks in US

The conflict has persisted despite a peace deal signed by DR Congo and Rwanda in December.

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Cyprus leader calls for frank discussion on 'colonial' UK bases

The UK's two military bases on Cyprus are a "colonial consequence" on the island, says President Nikos Christodoulides.

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Japan PM to hold 'difficult' talks with Trump as Iran conflict looms large

It comes days after Trump criticised Japan for not answering his demands for help in the Strait of Hormuz.

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Three Palestinian women killed as missile debris hits West Bank beauty salon

They were killed when shrapnel landed in Beit Awwa, while a Thai worked was also killed by shrapnel falling in Israel.

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Kevin Spacey and accusers settle before civil trial

The actor agrees an out-of-court settlement with three men who accused him of sexual assault.

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Kevin Spacey and accusers settle before civil trial

The actor agrees an out-of-court settlement with three men who accused him of sexual assault.

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

Three Palestinian women killed as missile debris hits West Bank beauty salon

Several other people were injured when shrapnel struck the beauty salon in Beit Awwa, in the southern West Bank.

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

DR Congo and Rwanda agree to ease tensions after talks in US

The conflict has persisted despite a peace deal signed by DR Congo and Rwanda in December.

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

South Africans say criminal gangs are exploiting the water crisis

Residents of some areas have been without mains water for weeks.

Terrorism & Security Mar 19, 2026

How the Iran war has left Europe facing yet another energy crisis

It is not the first time that there has been deep energy-linked frustration in the heart of Europe.