Terrorism & Security

Swiss reject right-wing plan to cut licence fee for public broadcaster

More than 60% voters said they wanted to keep the current licence fee levels, initial projections show.

BBC World News Mar 8, 2026
Terrorism & Security Mar 8, 2026

Explosion at US embassy in Oslo may have been terrorism, Norway police say

Police say they are investigating other motives after the blast caused minor damage to the embassy building.

Terrorism & Security Mar 8, 2026

Unanswered questions as search for Nancy Guthrie enters a new month

The disappearance of the mother of TV presenter Savannah Guthrie captivated the US, but police have not made any arrests...

Terrorism & Security Mar 8, 2026

Swiss reject right-wing plan to cut licence fee for public broadcaster

More than 60% voters said they wanted to keep the current licence fee levels, initial projections show.

Terrorism & Security Mar 8, 2026

UK does not 'agree with Trump on every issue' - Cooper

Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has hit back at President Trump's criticism of the UK response to the conflict in Iran.

Terrorism & Security Mar 8, 2026

War fuels debate in Cyprus over UK military bases

“British Bases Out” is the slogan of Cypriot protesters after a drone strike targeted the RAF Akrotiri airbase.

Terrorism & Security Mar 8, 2026

War fuels debate in Cyprus over UK military bases

“British Bases Out” is the slogan of Cypriot protesters after a drone strike targeted the RAF Akrotiri airbase.

Terrorism & Security Mar 8, 2026

'This is a moment of grave peril' - UN humanitarian chief

UN Humanitarian Affairs Lead Tom Fletcher speaks to the BBC about the conflict in the Middle East.

Terrorism & Security Mar 8, 2026

Explosion reported outside US embassy in Oslo, police say

Police sent "large resources" to the embassy at 01:00 local time after reports of an explosion.

Terrorism & Security Mar 8, 2026

Rapper-politician Balendra Shah unseats Nepal's ex-PM as he heads for victory

Thursday's general election was the first since violent youth-led protests toppled the government in September.

Terrorism & Security Mar 8, 2026

Weight-loss treatments boom as Kenyan attitudes to beauty change

Kenyan celebrities are driving a surge in weight‑loss and cosmetic procedures, sparking criticism and concerns.

Terrorism & Security Mar 8, 2026

Watch: Huge flames in Tehran after Israeli strikes on oil refineries

Social media footage shows flames leaping into the air and plumes of smoke above the city's skyline.

Terrorism & Security Mar 8, 2026

Spectacular images reveal unique sea creatures and corals off Caribbean islands

Scientists discover underwater mountain ranges, golden towers of coral, and never-before-seen sea creatures.

Terrorism & Security Mar 8, 2026

Boy, 12, among six dead as tornadoes hit Michigan and Oklahoma

The storms uprooted trees, downed power lines, damaged buildings and ripped the roofs off some houses.

Terrorism & Security Mar 8, 2026

The heartwarming tale of a father, a daughter, and a wedding band wowing India

Band Baaja Bitiya is the moving tale of a father who goes to rescue his daughter from her matrimonial home.

Terrorism & Security Mar 7, 2026

Dancers loved practising in this Singapore walkway. Then the complaints came

In super-organised Singapore, disputes over public space are a battle between control and chaos.

Terrorism & Security Mar 7, 2026

Iranian Attacks On Critical Missile Defense Radars Are A Wake-Up Call

Iran's successful targeting of prized missile defense radars in the Middle East highlights global vulnerabilities. The p...

Terrorism & Security Mar 7, 2026

Dozens killed as Israeli special forces raid Lebanese village in search of 40-year-old remains

Overnight, one Israeli operation saw at least 41 people killed and 40 injured, according to the Lebanese health ministry...

Terrorism & Security Mar 7, 2026

At least six dead after tornadoes sweep across Michigan and Oklahoma, officials say

Four people were killed in Michigan and two died in Oklahoma, officials say, as severe storms swept across parts of the ...

Terrorism & Security Mar 7, 2026

Air War Against Iran Enters Week Two

Iran continues to target its neighbors' oil production as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is nearly at a stand sti...

Terrorism & Security Mar 7, 2026

Rapper-politician Balendra Shah set to be Nepal's next prime minister

Thursday's general election was the first since violent youth-led protests toppled the government in September.

Terrorism & Security Mar 7, 2026

Iranian ambassador warns UK to be 'very careful' about further involvement in war

Seyed Ali Mousavi says Iran has a "right to self-defence" if the UK directly joins US-Israeli attacks.

Terrorism & Security Mar 7, 2026

Iran will continue to defend itself against aggression, ambassador to UK says

Seyed Ali Mousavi tells Laura Kuenssberg Iran's response depends on the actions of the US and Israel.

Terrorism & Security Mar 7, 2026

Heavy rains and flooding kills at least 23 in Nairobi

Flights in and out of Nairobi Airport have been disrupted while some roads in the capital are submerged.

Terrorism & Security Mar 7, 2026

Heavy rains and flooding kills at least 23 in Nairobi

Flights in and out of Nairobi Airport have been disrupted while some roads in the capital are submerged.

Terrorism & Security Mar 7, 2026

Watch: Moment of drone strike close to Dubai Airport

Video filmed by a witness and verified by the BBC shows a drone crashing close to the airport.

Terrorism & Security Mar 7, 2026

Russian strike on Kharkiv apartment block kills seven

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky says ten other people - including children - are injured as rescuers continue to se...

Terrorism & Security Mar 7, 2026

Russian strike on Kharkiv apartment block kills ten

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky says other people - including children - are injured as rescuers continue to search...

Terrorism & Security Mar 7, 2026

We've been speaking to Iranians during one week of war. Here's what they said

Ordinary Iranians reflect on seven days of conflict and where they see their country going next.

Terrorism & Security Mar 7, 2026

We've been speaking to Iranians during one week of war. Here's what they said

Ordinary Iranians reflect on seven days of conflict and where they see their country going next.