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BBC News - World

LIVE - US embassy in Baghdad hit by strike as Trump says military targets 'obliterated' on Iran's key oil island - Around 90% of Iran's oil exports pass through Kharg Island, but the US president says oil infrastructure there was not targeted.

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How the bombing of Iran sent shockwaves around the world - The devastating air assault - described by Trump as a "short-term excursion" - threatens regional stability and the global economy.

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Los Angeles asks for investigation into LA28 Olympics chief over Epstein ties -- The LA city council voted unanimously for an investigation into LA28 chief Casey Wasserman over his Epstein ties.

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Under drone fire, exiled Kurds wait to confront Iranian regime -- A group of fighters based in Iraq say they are "ready to go home", as they face drone attacks from Tehran.

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More US Marines and warships to be moved to Middle East, reports say -- The reinforcements will come from an amphibious ready group that is usually based in Japan, an official told CBS, the BBC's US partner.

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Oscars 2026 predictions: Who is the favourite to win? What the awards season so far tells us about nominees' chances.

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Rescuers blame weather and 'underprepared skiers' for rise in Alps avalanche deaths -- The BBC joins a French Alps rescue team as the number of skiers killed this season passes 100.

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Family of Michigan synagogue suspect killed in Lebanon airstrike, officials say -- The FBI said the suspect had large quantities of fireworks and petrol in his vehicle when it caught fire after ramming a synagogue on Thursday.

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Charges dropped against Georgia teens whose teacher died during toilet paper prank -- The teacher's family had asked for charges, including one of homicide, to be dropped "to prevent a separate tragedy from occuring" over the prank turned fatal.

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Ukraine and allies fear easing Russian sanctions will prolong war -- Ukraine's president says the US decision "certainly does not help achieve peace".

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Pink Floyd guitar sold for record-breaking $14.6m -- The guitar was used by David Gilmour on some of Pink Floyd's best-known albums, including Dark Side of the Moon.

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Judge says 'no evidence' to justify Federal Reserve probe -- Jeanine Pirro said she would appeal the ruling, which blocks the subpoenas she issued to the central bank.

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Is Dubai's glossy image under threat? Not everyone thinks so -- The city has been considered a safe haven by expats, tourists and influencers - but that's now being tested.

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How the Iran war exposed cracks in Trump's Republican coalition -- The president's most dedicated supporters are on his side - but significant numbers of Republicans have serious doubts.

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She spent 16 hours on Instagram. It's up to a jury to decide if Meta is to blame -- A landmark lawsuit will set the stage for thousands of people who say social media platforms are intentionally addictive.

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'Tigers and flies': Millions of officials later, why is Xi's corruption purge still going? -- Critics say Xi's purges reveal a ruthless drive for absolute loyalty and total control of the military.

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Iranians react to new supreme leader's first address -- People in Iran are questioning who's really in charge after Mojtaba Khamenei's first address came via a presenter on state TV.

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Watch: Why Kharg Island is a lifeline for Iran -- BBC Security Brief's Mikey Kay breaks down why Kharg Island is so strategically important for Tehran.

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Video shows moment point-blank gunshot misses Indian politician -- Senior Kashmir leader Farooq Abdullah escaped unhurt after the incident and the suspect is in custody.

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Volcanic fragments rain down as Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts -- This eruption episode sent fragments made of ash, pumice, and pieces of volcanic glass into communities, forcing highway closures and the evacuation of tourists.

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Justified or not? US military families on fears of Iran war -- BBC's North America editor Sarah Smith spoke to Gold Star mum Lynn, whose son died in the Iraq War, and veteran Jeremy.

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BBC visits key Dubai port in Iran's firing line -- Trade at the Middle East's biggest port has been hit hard since Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz began.

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Explosion at Amsterdam Jewish school 'a deliberate attack' says mayor -- Amsterdam mayor Femke Halsema condemned a "cowardly act of aggression" towards the Jewish community.

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'Hate-watch classic' War of the Worlds sweeps Razzie Awards -- Ice Cube's alien invasion adaptation receives five Razzies, which go to the year's worst movies.

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Fears for press freedom as billionaire takes control of East Africa's largest media house -- Rostam Aziz's purchase raises questions about continued journalistic independence in the region.

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Meet the director nominated for 2 Oscars for 2 different films -- Getting nominated once for an Academy Award is a feat but Geeta Gandbhir is nominated twice this year - for two separate films.

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In photos: Tracing India's history through its chairs -- An exhibition in Mumbai displayed chairs that told the history of colonial invasions and art movements in India.

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