Terrorism & Security

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 the tournament this summer.

BBC World News May 10, 2026
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...

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Lebanon says Israeli strikes killed 39

Israel and Hezbollah have continued to trade fire despite a ceasefire deal being announced last month.

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Lebanon says Israeli strikes killed 39

Israel and Hezbollah have continued to trade fire despite a ceasefire deal being announced last month.

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Mexican parents criticise ending school year a month early for World Cup

The federal government faces widespread anger for saying the school year could end on 5 June to accommodate the football...

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Iran demands guarantees for World Cup participation

The Iranian Football Federation (FFIRI) has presented Fifa with 10 conditions for participation at the World Cup in the ...

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Iran demands guarantees for World Cup participation

The Iranian Football Federation (FFIRI) has presented Fifa with 10 conditions for participation at the World Cup in the ...

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Drone Swarms Packed Into Unassuming Containers Sought By DARPA

Remotely triggered containerized drone swarms, potentially placed behind enemy lines, create a hard-to-defend-against th...

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Greece conducts controlled blast of mystery naval drone explosives

The unmanned vessel, suspected to be of Ukrainian origin, was found by fishermen in a cave on Thursday.

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Greece conducts controlled blast of mystery naval drone explosives

The unmanned vessel, suspected to be of Ukrainian origin, was found by fishermen in a cave on Thursday.

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Person killed after being hit by plane on runway at Denver airport

The unidentified individual had jumped a perimeter fence two minutes before being struck by the airliner.

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Steve Rosenberg: This year's Victory Day parade in Moscow felt very different

The BBC's Russia editor reports from a Red Square with none of the military hardware which the Kremlin normally showcase...

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Person killed after being hit by plane on runway at Denver airport

The unidentified individual had jumped a perimeter fence two minutes before being struck by the airliner.

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

I will serve - not rule over Hungary, says new PM

Nearly a month ago Péter Magyar steered his Tisza party to a landslide victory, sweeping away 16 years of rule by Vikto...

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Australia's right-wing One Nation party scores historic parliamentary win

One Nation gains its first seat in the lower house, in a by-election seen as a key test for the populist party.

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

WHO chief reassures Tenerife residents ahead of arrival of virus-hit cruise ship

"This is not another Covid," Tedros Ghebreyesus tells islanders before MV Hondius docks on Sunday.

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

UK warship HMS Dragon heads to Middle East for potential Strait of Hormuz mission

The Ministry of Defence says the ship will prepare to join an international mission to safeguard shipping, but only when...

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

UK warship HMS Dragon heads to Middle East for potential Strait of Hormuz mission

The Ministry of Defence says the ship will prepare to join an international mission to safeguard shipping, but only when...

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Rosenberg: Scaled-back Victory Parade in Moscow's Red Square

The BBC's Russia editor reports from Moscow, where the annual Victory Day display was quieter than usual.

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Japanese council votes to remove unconscious mayor

Kikuo Hatakeyama, 72, has served as the mayor of Hachirogata in north-east Japan since 2008, but fell ill in February.

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Putin denounces Nato at scaled back Victory Day parade

The Russian leader used his annual speech to justify his so-called special military operation in Ukraine.

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Iran accuses US of 'reckless military adventure'

Abbas Araghchi says the US attacks each time there is a diplomatic solution on the table.

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

International cyber attack disrupts swathe of universities and schools

A hacking group breached the academic software Canvas, used by thousands of schools and universities across the globe.

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Hungary's new PM to be sworn in during 'regime change' party

Nearly a month ago Péter Magyar steered his Tisza party to a landslide victory, sweeping away 16 years of rule by Vikto...

Terrorism & Security May 9, 2026

Anger and resignation in Tenerife as hantavirus ship approaches

Some on the Spanish island worry that the imminent arrival of the MV Hondius could pose a health risk.

Terrorism & Security May 8, 2026

From trusted aide to biggest rival: Suvendu Adhikari set to become West Bengal chief minister

A former ally of Mamata Banerjee, the BJP leader will be West Bengal’s next chief minister.