Terrorism & Security

Hungary's next PM would pick up if Putin calls and tell him to stop Ukraine war

Russia has offered "pragmatic" relations, but Péter Magyar says he will not call Vladimir Putin himself.

BBC World News • Apr 13, 2026
Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Hungary's next PM would pick up if Putin calls and tell him to stop Ukraine war

Russia has offered "pragmatic" relations, but Péter Magyar says he will not call Vladimir Putin himself.

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Spanish PM's wife charged with corruption after two-year probe

Begoña Gómez is accused of using her relationship with Pedro Sánchez to advance her private career.

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Flurry Of Navy Minesweepers Appear To Be Heading Toward The Middle East

The migration of U.S. Navy minesweeping assets west from the Pacific indicates preparations are underway for a major de-...

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Regent Squire Wing-In-Ground Effect Drone Demonstrator Makes First Flight

Squire is designed to take on multiple roles and the Marines say they are monitoring the aircraft's progress. The post R...

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Israelis war-weary but most oppose Iran ceasefire, poll suggests

The vast majority did not believe Hezbollah or Iran had been severely weakened by weeks of Israeli and US attacks, accor...

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Philippines accuses Chinese fishermen of dumping cyanide in South China Sea

Beijing rejects the allegation as a "farce", while Manila claims the poison was used to kill fish and deprive troops sta...

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

US drivers head to Native American lands for cheaper gas

Some of the cheapest fuel in the country can be found on tribal land due to tax exemptions.

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Hungarian voters celebrate 'much-needed' change

Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule is over, defeated by 45-year-old ex-party insider Péter Magyar.

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

US blockade of Iranian ports explained in two minutes

The BBC's security correspondent Frank Gardner explains how the US blockade of Iranian ports will work.

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Naval Blockade Of Iran Now In Full Effect

Maritime restrictions have been put in place by the U.S. along the entire Iranian coastline, not just the Strait of Horm...

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Ex-Nigerian oil minister denies taking bribes

Diezani Alison-Madueke is accused of living “a life of luxury” in the UK at properties paid for and refurbished by i...

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Ex-Nigerian oil minister denies taking bribes

Diezani Alison-Madueke is accused of living “a life of luxury” in the UK at properties paid for and refurbished by i...

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

The US blockade of Iran is a gamble. Will it work?

The US military has the capability to mount a blockade of vessels moving in and out of the Gulf. The question is: to wha...

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Peru election drags into second day after ballot delivery fiasco

Technical and logistical problems mean Peruvians choosing a new president and members of Congress continue to vote on Mo...

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Peru election drags into second day after ballot delivery fiasco

Technical and logistical problems mean Peruvians choosing a new president and members of Congress continue to vote on Mo...

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Iran carried out highest number of executions in decades

Organisations warn many more people could be executed in the wake of the anti-government protests which swept Iran earli...

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Ghanaian footballer killed after armed attackers open fire at team bus

The team was returning from a fixture when they were attacked by "masked men wielding guns and assault rifles", official...

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Celebrities and fans pay tributes to Asha Bhosle

Asha Bhosle died in Mumbai on Sunday after being admitted to the hospital following a heart attack.

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Ghanaian footballer killed after armed attackers open fire at team bus

The team was returning from a fixture when they were attacked by "masked men wielding guns and assault rifles", official...

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Crowds gather ahead of Bollywood legend Asha Bhosle's funeral

The singer, who died at the age of 92, will be cremated with full state honours on Monday.

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Katya Adler: Jubilation in Budapest will be felt in Europe but leaves Moscow cold

European leaders share Hungarians' joy over the ousting of Vladimir Putin's EU ally, writes the BBC's Europe editor.

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Katya Adler: Jubilation in Budapest will be felt in Europe but leaves Moscow cold

European leaders share Hungarians' joy over the ousting of Vladimir Putin's EU ally, writes the BBC's Europe editor.

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Britney Spears goes into rehab after driving under the influence arrest

The singer voluntarily checks herself into a treatment facility, three weeks before her court date.

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Britney Spears goes into rehab after driving under the influence arrest

The singer voluntarily checks herself into a treatment facility, three weeks before her court date.

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

As Carney eyes Liberal majority government, there are risks for him and Poilievre

By-elections on Monday could solidify the Canadian PM's hold on power but can his "big tent" party be too big?

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Carney on verge of Liberal majority government as votes cast in three by-elections

One more seat could solidify the Canadian PM's hold on power after several Conservatives defected.

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Trump attacks Pope over criticism of Iran war

The US president accuses Leo of being "weak on crime and terrible for foreign policy".

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Trump attacks Pope over criticism of Iran war

The US president accuses Leo of being "weak on crime and terrible for foreign policy".

Terrorism & Security Apr 13, 2026

Crowds gather ahead of iconic Indian singer's funeral

The singer, who died at the age of 92, will be cremated with full state honours on Monday.