Terrorism & Security
Thailand's divisive ex-PM is out of jail, but is the Thaksin era over?
Thaksin seems incapable of taking a back seat. This time, it really could be different.
Terrorism & Security
May 11, 2026
Oil prices jump after Trump dismisses Iran proposal to end war
The Strait of Hormuz waterway remains effectively shut, severely disrupting global energy shipments.
Terrorism & Security
May 11, 2026
Oil prices jump after Trump dismisses Iran proposal to end war
The Strait of Hormuz waterway remains effectively shut, severely disrupting global energy shipments.
Terrorism & Security
May 11, 2026
Ailing Iran Nobel laureate given bail and hospital transfer
Iranian authorities granted human rights activist Narges Mohammadi bail amid growing concern over her poor health in pri...
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Why Eurovision's fallout over Israel may change the competition forever
With Eurovision facing its biggest boycott in 70 years, questions are growing over the competition's future.
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
BBC speaks with civilians inside Iran struggling with impact of war
Iranian authorities have imposed an internet ban but using trusted sources, special correspondent Fergal Keane hears fro...
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Iran activists tell BBC how threat of war intensifies trauma of repression
A dissident in Tehran says she feels helpless and under immense psychological pressure.
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Iran activists tell BBC how threat of war intensifies trauma of repression
A dissident in Tehran says she feels helpless and under immense psychological pressure.
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Tourist hotspot at 'end of the world' denies causing hantavirus outbreak
The BBC visits the city of Ushuaia, where heath officials have been sent to investigate the origins of the outbreak.
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
His father had just been buried. Then West Bank settlers forced him to dig up the body
The UN human rights office condemns incident as "'appalling and emblematic of the dehumanisation of Palestinians" in the...
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
His father had just been buried. Then West Bank settlers forced him to dig up the body
The UN human rights office condemns incident as "'appalling and emblematic of the dehumanisation of Palestinians" in the...
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
French national shows symptoms on return from hantavirus-hit ship
Five passengers of the MV Hondius will be quarantined in Paris "until further notice", France's prime minister says.
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
How hotels are stopping the 'dawn dash' for sunbeds after man wins payout
Some resorts enforce allocation rules from check-in to prevent people reserving loungers with towels in the "sunbed wars...
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Army parachutes onto remote island to help Briton with suspected hantavirus
The specialist team parachuted onto Tristan da Cunha, a remote British overseas territory, to treat them.
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Dress made from 500 loaves stuns African film awards
Celebrities, filmmakers and creators put up a performance at Africa's biggest night of film and fashion.
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Bread dresses and gowns inspired by cathedrals at Nigeria fashion spectacle
Celebrities, filmmakers and creators put up a performance at Africa's biggest night of film and fashion.
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Putin says he thinks Ukraine conflict 'coming to an end'
The Russian leader sees potential for Ukraine negotiations, but condemns the West's backing for President Zelensky.
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Iran warns against complying with US sanctions as Gulf attacks reported
The warning comes as a commercial vessel is hit off Qatar, and both the UAE and Kuwait report drone attacks.
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Israel deports two activists detained on board Gaza flotilla
Spanish national Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian Thiago Ávila were detained by Israel after sailing in a Gaza-bound aid f...
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Army parachutes onto remote island to help Briton with suspected hantavirus
The specialist team parachuted onto Tristan da Cunha, a remote British overseas territory, to treat them.
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Suspected boat explosion injures 11 in Miami
Officials are investigating what caused the explosion at a popular marina in southern Florida.
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Suspected boat explosion injures 11 in Miami
Officials are investigating what caused the explosion at a popular marina in southern Florida.
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Buddhist monk arrested over alleged rape of teen in Sri Lanka
The Venerable Pallegama Hemarathana Thero holds one of the most revered positions in the Buddhist world.
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Buddhist monk arrested over alleged rape of teen in Sri Lanka
The Venerable Pallegama Hemarathana Thero holds one of the most revered positions in the Buddhist world.
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
How could extreme weather affect World Cup 2026?
With almost a month to go until the start of the World Cup Simon King looks ahead to the weather's potential to disrupt ...
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Tenerife medics poised for arrival of virus-hit cruise ship
BBC's Sarah Rainsford reports from the port in Tenerife where the MV Hondius is soon to dock, after a deadly hantavirus ...
Terrorism & Security
May 10, 2026
Putin says he thinks Ukraine conflict 'coming to an end'
The Russian leader sees potential for Ukraine negotiations, but condemns the West's backing for President Zelensky.
Terrorism & Security
May 9, 2026
Indian model's understated Met Gala debut revives debate on cultural representation
Bhavitha Mandava’s Met Gala debut has brought a new wave of attention to her - and to her understated aesthetic.
Terrorism & Security
May 9, 2026
Another year, another controversy for Eurovision - but fans are sticking by it
Fans are grappling with how to react to the withdrawal of Spain, Ireland and others over Israel's participation.
Terrorism & Security
May 9, 2026
Why Canada is seeing its biggest military recruitment surge in 30 years
The country has seen its biggest military recruitment surge in 30 years, a major turnaround after years of falling behin...