Terrorism & Security

Mafia boss behind notorious murders in Italy dies behind bars in Milan

"Nitto" Santapaola was believed to have masterminded the murder of one of Italy's most famous anti-mafia prosecutors in 1992.

BBC World News Mar 3, 2026
Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

Zelensky fears Trump's Iran war could hurt Ukraine

Ukraine fears what soaring oil prices and a shortage in air defences could mean for them.

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

Zelensky fears Trump's Iran war could hurt Ukraine

Ukraine fears what soaring oil prices and a shortage in air defences could mean for them.

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

Mexican drug lord 'El Mencho' buried in golden coffin

Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes led the feared Jalisco New Generation Cartel until his death during a firefight in February.

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

Mexican drug lord 'El Mencho' buried in golden coffin

Nemesio Oseguera led the feared Jalisco New Generation Cartel until his death as a result of a firefight in February.

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

US nationals urged to leave Middle East as conflict spreads

The US State Department says Americans should "depart now via commercial means" as strikes continue.

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

OpenAI changes deal with US military after backlash

Chief Executive Sam Altman said the group would prohibit the use of its systems to spy on Americans.

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

OpenAI changes deal with US military after backlash

Chief Executive Sam Altman said the group would prohibit the use of its systems to spy on Americans.

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

India's top court angry after junior judge cites fake AI-generated orders

In several recent instances, AI has disrupted court proceedings in India and elsewhere.

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

India's top court angry after junior judge cites fake AI-generated orders

In several recent instances, AI has disrupted court proceedings in India and elsewhere.

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

Why Europe's leaders have struggled to speak as one on Iran

European nations say they want to work better together but are finding it hard to do so

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

Gas and oil prices soar and shares tumble as crucial shipping lane threatened

Iranian official threatens to "set fire" to any ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

US sanctions Rwanda's military and top commanders over fighting in DR Congo

Rwanda accused Washington's move as “one sided” and politically motivated.

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

US sanctions Rwanda's military and top commanders over fighting in DR Congo

Rwanda accused Washington's move as “one sided” and politically motivated.

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

US-Israel war with Iran widens as strikes continue

The crisis in the Middle East has widened after Israel and the US attacked Iran on Saturday with major strikes.

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

Six US soldiers killed in Iranian strike on Kuwait base

The US defence secretary confirms a US military base was hit by an Iranian missile on Sunday.

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

Texas Republicans back Trump over Iran - but some wary of 'a quagmire'

The president's supporters in one town hail his actions in the Middle East - though some comments suggest seeds of troub...

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

Oil and gas prices rise on new Iran threat to Gulf shipping

Iranian official threatens to "set fire" to any ships passing through the crucial Strait of Hormuz.

Terrorism & Security Mar 3, 2026

The little town making nearly all of China's lanterns

A remarkable 80% of the country's lanterns are still made by hand in one small town in Hebei Province.

Terrorism & Security Mar 2, 2026

Watch: The third day of the US-Israeli war with Iran

A fast-moving day saw the conflict widen in the region, with strikes being traded between opposing sides.

Terrorism & Security Mar 2, 2026

Tragic Friendly-Fire Incidents Are Nothing New In Modern Air Warfare

The loss of three F-15Es to friendly fire today is far from the first time similar combat accidents have happened in the...

Terrorism & Security Mar 2, 2026

Iranian Kamikaze Drone Boat Makes First Successful Strike Of War

Iran, a pioneer in lower-end uncrewed surface vessel technology, used at least one to attack the oil tanker MKD VYOM in ...

Terrorism & Security Mar 2, 2026

'Everything has changed': Missile attacks shatter Dubai's safe haven image

Dubai’s reputation as a prosperous destination for expats and influencers has changed for some following Iranian strik...

Terrorism & Security Mar 2, 2026

Watch: How the US-Israel war with Iran is jeopardising shipping

Ben Chu has been looking at what’s happened to marine traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a key trade passage.

Terrorism & Security Mar 2, 2026

India and Canada reset ties with 'landmark' nuclear energy deal

A host of deals, including one to supply India with uranium, is unveiled as Mark Carney meets Narendra Modi in Delhi.

Terrorism & Security Mar 2, 2026

Iran’s Key Naval Base On Strait Of Hormuz Set Ablaze From Strikes

The attack overnight on the port has left one of Iran's prized sea bases and at least one frigate on fire, with black sm...

Terrorism & Security Mar 2, 2026

France to boost nuclear arsenal and extend deterrence to European allies

Emmanuel Macron said eight countries could enjoy protection from France's nuclear umbrella - but that Paris would retain...

Terrorism & Security Mar 2, 2026

France to boost nuclear arsenal and extend deterrence to European allies

Emmanuel Macron said eight countries could enjoy protection from France's nuclear umbrella - but that Paris would retain...

Terrorism & Security Mar 2, 2026

Israel strikes Lebanon after Hezbollah rocket fire as Iran conflict widens

Lebanon's health ministry says 31 people were killed by Israeli strikes, while there are no reports of casualties in Isr...

Terrorism & Security Mar 2, 2026

Lost Rembrandt painting rediscovered after 65 years

The painting, created by the Dutch master in 1633, had disappeared after being sold in 1961.