Terrorism & Security

Trump's Lebanon ceasefire takes Israel by surprise

Few Israelis see this truce as a way out of the conflict with Hezbollah, the BBC's Lucy Williamson writes.

BBC World News Apr 16, 2026
Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Trump's Lebanon ceasefire takes Israel by surprise

Few Israelis see this truce as a way out of the conflict with Hezbollah, the BBC's Lucy Williamson writes.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

'How does one survive?': Factory protests expose strain in India's industrial system

Workers in some north Indian cities have been protesting, demanding better pay and working conditions.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Super-Adaptable Mayhem 10 Swarming Drone Evolved From The Switchblade

AeroVironment's Mayhem 10 is highly-modular and can seek and destroy enemy radars, jam comms, reconnoiter, strike armor ...

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

School shootings a new trauma for Turkey as nation mourns

An expert tells the BBC the attack in Kahramanmaras was a tragedy but "not a surprise".

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Israel and Lebanon agree 10-day ceasefire, Trump says

The US president invites the two countries' leaders to Washington as Israel's prime minister insists troops will not lea...

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Artemis II crew describes Moon mission and splashdown moment

The crew held its first press conference since splashing down from their historic 10-day trip.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

U.S. Pursuing Iranian-Linked Ships All Over The World As Part Of Its Blockade

The Joint Chiefs Chairman said the U.S. now has a global effort for going after ships related to supporting Iran. The po...

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Army Eyes Drone Tankers To Refuel Its New MV-75 Cheyenne II Tiltrotors

The Army and Bell have pointed to the U.S. Navy's MQ-25 Stingray drone tanker as an example of what could be on the hori...

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Pope criticises 'tyrants' who spend billions on wars after Trump spat

The comments follow a high-profile spat with US President Donald Trump, who called the Pope weak on crime.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Rescuers to use air cushions in latest effort to save stranded whale

"Timmy" has been stranded in the Baltic Sea for weeks despite several attempts to free the ailing animal.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Lawmakers clash with RFK Jr as he shifts focus away from vaccines

During a three-hour hearing, the US health secretary tried to focus on chronic disease while being pressed on vaccines.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Production Of AH-64 Apache’s New Counter-Drone Cannon Shell Ammunition Ramping-Up

The Army anticipates a five-fold increase in procurement of the XM1225 APEX ammo. The post Production Of AH-64 Apache...

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Naples bank robbers hold 25 people hostage then vanish through tunnel

The armed men reportedly evaded capture by escaping through the city's sewer system.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Naples bank robbers hold 25 people hostage then vanish through tunnel

The armed men reportedly evaded capture by escaping through the city's sewer system.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Pope lashes out at foreigners who exploit Africa

The pontiff has been unusually forthright during his visit to conflict-hit Cameroon.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Wolf Pack Modular Mini Cruise Missiles Pitched For Apache, Black Hawk

Already building launched effects vehicles for the Marine Corps, L3Harris now wants to bring these capabilities to U.S. ...

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

How did a wolf become a fugitive in South Korea?

A wolf burrowed under a fence at his zoo in South Korea becoming the country's newest fugitive.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Ex-Virginia deputy governor kills wife and himself in murder-suicide, police say

Investigators say Justin Fairfax shot his wife, Cerina, multiple times before turning the gun on himself.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Ex-Virginia deputy governor kills wife and himself in murder-suicide, police say

Investigators say Justin Fairfax shot his wife, Cerina, multiple times before turning the gun on himself.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

South African opposition figure Malema sentenced to five years in prison for firing a gun

Malema is appealing against the decision, which means he is not going to prison immediately.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Watch: Rising prices threaten Minnesota's meat raffles

Popular in local bars across the US, the games are facing higher meat prices, squeezing some of the charities that benef...

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Turkish police detain 162 people over online posts about school shootings

At least 16 people were injured in a shooting at a high school on Tuesday, before another nine were killed in a separate...

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Russia launches deadliest aerial attack in months, killing 18 in Ukraine

A Ukrainian drone attack killed two people in Russia, Moscow says, after an Orthodox Easter truce.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Russia launches deadliest aerial attack in months, killing 18 in Ukraine

A Ukrainian drone attack killed two people in Russia, Moscow says, after an Orthodox Easter truce.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Ex-keeper Manninger dies after car hit by train

Former Arsenal goalkeeper Alex Manninger dies at the age of 48 after his car is struck by a train.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Pope criticises 'tyrants' who spend billions on wars, days after Trump spat

The comments follow a high-profile spat with US President Donald Trump, who called the Pope weak on crime.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Blunt-speaking Pope tells Cameroon to root out corruption to find peace

The pontiff was unusually forthright in his address at the presidential palace.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Wanted activist arrested in South Africa over support for Benin coup plot

Keba Seba is known for opposing French influence in Africa and backing West Africa's military leaders.

Terrorism & Security Apr 16, 2026

Brazil's former spy chief released from ICE detention

Bolsonaro ally Alexandre Ramagem was stopped by immigration agents in Orlando, Florida on Monday.