Terrorism & Security

Steve Rosenberg: Lasting image of Russia's economic forum is plume of smoke over St Petersburg

The BBC's Russia editor saw Putin's flagship economic event overshadowed by Ukrainian drones attacks.

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Police officer turned Love Island US contestant faces hometown backlash

Sean Reifel's joined the cast of the popular reality series less than a year after he joined his hometown's police force...

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'It was either killed or be killed' - ongoing nightmares of an ex-child soldier in Somalia

Yusuf Ali, now 34, struggles with his memories living in Mogadishu surrounded by dark reminders of his past.

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'It was either killed or be killed' - ongoing nightmares of an ex-child soldier in Somalia

Yusuf Ali, now 34, struggles with his memories living in Mogadishu surrounded by dark reminders of his past.

Terrorism & Security 1w ago

Insecurity and instability drive voters in Peru's tight presidential race

After eight presidents in 10 years, many voters are looking for stability so the next president can focus on tackling cr...

Terrorism & Security 1w ago

Insecurity and instability drive voters in Peru's tight presidential race

After eight presidents in 10 years, many voters are looking for stability so the next president can focus on tackling cr...

Terrorism & Security 1w ago

Ragas and symphonies: Indian maestro Ilaiyaraaja is still reshaping music 50 years on

Fifty years after his debut, Ilaiyaraaja remains one of the most celebrated composers in Indian cinema.

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Ragas and symphonies: Indian maestro Ilaiyaraaja is still reshaping music 50 years on

Fifty years after his debut, Ilaiyaraaja remains one of the most celebrated composers in Indian cinema.

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Funeral held for baby shot dead by Israeli troops in occupied West Bank

The seven-month-old boy's shrouded body was wrapped in a Palestinian flag and carried by his father to the graveyard.

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Hegseth attacks Europe over 'invasion' of migrants on its beaches in D-Day speech

The US defence secretary was speaking in Normandy, 82 years after allied forces launched their operation to liberate Naz...

Terrorism & Security 1w ago

Pope Leo begins Spain visit with praise for government

On the first day of his official seven-day tour of Spain, the Pope praises the country's "active commitment to peace and...

Terrorism & Security 1w ago

Lebanese general among three soldiers killed in Israeli attack on car

The Israeli military is investigating the incident in south Lebanon, where it is fighting Hezbollah.

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Andreeva wins French Open as Chwalinska fairytale ends

Teenager Mirra Andreeva fulfills her huge potential with a first Grand Slam title as Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska is...

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US and Iran exchange strikes in Gulf in latest test of ceasefire

The US military strikes Iranian drones and radar sites and Tehran says it has targeted US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.

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Lebanon says three soldiers killed in Israeli attack on car

The Israeli military is investigating the incident in south Lebanon, where it is fighting Hezbollah.

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Scores of Ukrainian drones target St Petersburg in attack Russia calls 'unprecedented'

The regional governor urges residents to remain indoors for the first time since the beginning of the war.

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Man dies after shark attack in Western Australia, police say

The man was spearfishing off Michaelmas Island with his family, according to local reports.

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Man dies after bitten by shark in Western Australia, police say

The man was spearfishing off Michaelmas Island with his family, according to local reports.

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Tributes to Buffy and Ted Lasso star Anthony Head after death aged 72

The British actor, who also appeared in Merlin and Little Britain, died of complications from pneumonia.

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Armenia braces for election as Russia piles pressure on pro-West government

Incumbent Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is seeking a third term despite falling domestic support.

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US and Iran exchange strikes in Gulf in latest test of ceasefire

The US military says it struck Iranian drones and radar sites. Tehran responds by targeting US bases in Kuwait and Bahra...

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Canada bans Texas cattle over flesh-eating screwworm outbreak in US

The ban came as a second infected calf was identified in Texas, and the US state declaring a state of disaster over the ...

Terrorism & Security 1w ago

Canada bans Texas cattle over flesh-eating screwworm outbreak in US

The ban came as a second infected calf was identified in Texas, and the US state declaring a state of disaster over the ...

Terrorism & Security 1w ago

Giant banquets rile radical left in France

The feasting phenomenon run by Le Canon Français has become a hot political issue.

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Iran's football team granted visas to enter US for World Cup, officials say

The approval comes just 10 days before the Iranian squad's opening match against New Zealand in Los Angeles.

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Rumours and speculation as fans forecast date of Taylor Swift's wedding

Swifties worldwide are looking for clues about the superstar's nuptials to American football star Travis Kelce.

Terrorism & Security 1w ago

Rumours and speculation as fans forecast date of Taylor Swift's wedding

Swifties worldwide are looking for clues about the superstar's nuptials to American football star Travis Kelce.

Terrorism & Security 1w ago

Rumours and speculation as fans forecast date of Taylor Swift's wedding

Swifties worldwide are looking for clues about the superstar's nuptials to American football star Travis Kelce.

Terrorism & Security 1w ago

I wanted to quit Eurovision twice - then won it, says Bangaranga singer Dara

The Bulgarian singer says her historic victory in Vienna came close to never happening.

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The cash-in-the-sofa saga that just won't go away for South Africa's president

A committee of MPs has been formed to look at the case against Cyril Ramaphosa, but he may survive a vote.