Six US soldiers killed in Iranian strike on Kuwait base -- The US defence secretary confirms a US military base was hit by an Iranian missile on Sunday.

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LIVE - Israel launches new attacks on Tehran and Beirut, as US embassy in Riyadh hit by two drones - Israel says it is hitting "military targets" in the capitals of Iran and Lebanon. Its defence minister also says ground troops will "advance and seize additional strategic areas in Lebanon".

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At least 169 people killed in South Sudan 'surprise' attack -- Peacekeepers are sheltering about 1,000 civilians near their base and providing emergency care.

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Lost Rembrandt painting rediscovered after 65 years -- The painting, created by the Dutch master in 1633, had disappeared after being sold in 1961.

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'They hit so hard the house was shaking': Iranians describe impact of US-Israel attacks -- People in Iran tell the BBC they hear explosions day and night, as the US and Israel continue striking the country for a third day.

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France to boost nuclear arsenal and extend deterrence to European allies -- Emmanuel Macron said eight countries could enjoy protection from France's nuclear umbrella - but that Paris would retain sole decision-making power.

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India and Canada reset ties with 'landmark' nuclear energy deal -- A host of deals, including one to supply India with uranium, is unveiled as Mark Carney meets Narendra Modi in Delhi.

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Oil and gas prices rise on new Iran threat to Gulf shipping -- Iranian official threatens to "set fire" to any ships passing through the crucial Strait of Hormuz.

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A rap star might just beat a former PM - what this says about Nepal's Gen Z election -- Many hope the vote could bring change after protests last year, and shatter decades of political paralysis.

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Saturday Night Live criticised for 'hurtful' Tourette's sketch -- The condition is "not a joke", the Tourette Action charity says, as the Baftas fallout continues.

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Texas authorities identify Austin bar shooting victims -- Three victims and the suspected gunman were killed, and more were injured in the Sunday shooting that the FBI says could have terrorism links.

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Stars hit the Actor Awards red carpet - in pictures -- Emma Stone, Wunmi Mosaku and Timothée Chalamet were among the stars posing for pictures in Los Angeles.

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'I saw missiles being intercepted': Influencers tell of shock as Iran hits Dubai's luxury landmarks

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Iran's regime is still intact - the coming days will show if it can hold out -- Iran's surviving leaders are in crisis mode, battling to project security as US and Israel strikes continue.

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Could Kim's teen daughter become North Korea's next leader? -- Kim Jue Ae is becoming more visible alongside her father, but much about her remains a mystery.

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Michael B Jordan upends Oscars race as Sinners wins big at Actor Awards -- The US star's best actor win for Sinners leaves the Oscars race too close to call.

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Kidnapping of foreigners soars in Africa's lawless Sahel region -- Growing insecurity in the Sahel made 2025 one of the worst years on record for the abduction of foreigners in Africa.

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Watch: The third day of the US-Israeli war with Iran -- A fast-moving day saw the conflict widen in the region, with strikes being traded between opposing sides.

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Watch: How the US-Israel war with Iran is jeopardising shipping -- Ben Chu has been looking at what's happened to marine traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a key trade passage.

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Hegseth on Iran attacks: 'This is not Iraq, this is not endless' -- US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth offered few details about the operation, leaving questions unanswered about the scope or duration.

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Watch: Video appears to show US F-15 fighter jet crashing in Kuwait -- The US says six of its F-15 jets were "mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses", with all crew in a stable condition.

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UK still working closely with US, minister insists after Trump criticism -- The minister defends the UK's stance on Iran, as the US president says the relationship is "obviously not what it was".

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China removes three retired generals from national advisory body -- Authorities gave no explanation for the ousters but they come as purges of military top brass pick up pace.

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The little town making nearly all of China's lanterns -- A remarkable 80% of the country's lanterns are still made by hand in one small town in Hebei Province.

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Starmer at odds with Trump in biggest disagreement yet -- The prime minister told MPs that the government "does not believe in regime change from the skies".

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Nepal leaders call on voters to ensure success of 'historic' election -- Nearly 19 million people will take part in the vote on Thursday's election.

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Leaked photo, hot tub, and Pizzagate - video of Clintons' testimony on Epstein ties released -- The newly released videos show Bill and Hillary Clinton sitting through separate depositions about Jeffrey Epstein.

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Texas Trump supporters react to US strikes on Iran -- As voters in the state prepare to vote in Tuesday's primary elections, we asked what they make of the events unfolding in the Middle East.

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