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BBC News - World
Iran says it is in talks with Oman but not the US after Trump says negotiations to resume -- Iran's remarks that there were no talks with the US prompts Donald Trump to issue a strong condemnation of its leadership.
6 hours ago
EU calls for stronger borders after Ceuta migrant crossings -- Ursula von der Leyen has called for action ahead of an urgent EU interior ministers meeting to discuss the issue.20 minutes ago
Infantino opponents threaten 'non co-operation' with Fifa -- Opponents of Fifa president Gianni Infantino are threatening "non co-operation" with the governing body unless he steps down, according to senior Uefa sources.1 hour ago
Threat to oil tankers in Middle East worst since start of Iran war, analysts say -- Fresh attacks on alternative shipping routes have left tankers facing an increasingly complex situation, analysts say.6 hours ago
Rhine falls to record low levels as drought strains Europe's rivers -- Low water levels in the Rhine, Danube and Po have curtailed the transport of goods and reduced electricity output.7 hours ago
US reports first two deaths linked to 'explosive diarrhoea' outbreak -- The illness caused by parasitic infection that spreads through contaminated food or water is not generally life-threatening, health officials say.2 hours ago
Aung San Suu Kyi appears healthy in first confirmed outside contact for 2.5 years -- Photos newly released by Myanmar's military government show Suu Kyi meeting with an ICRC official.14 hours ago
Two workers killed in blast after re-entering quake-hit Japan mall on boss' order -- The two women's employer has apologised for sending them back to Aeon Mall to secure cash.13 hours ago
Russian anti-war politician says he has fled the country -- Boris Nadezhdin, who was recently designated as a foreign agent, posted a video in front of the Eiffel Tower.6 hours ago
US and Japan take action to prop up yen in rare joint move -- Both countries have said that they will not hesitate to conduct joint interventions in the future.18 hours ago
Sudan army drone strike on court session kills 35, rights group says -- The army has not commented on claims that civilians died in the attack on a paramilitary-held village.11 hours ago
'My only son was shot standing up for justice' - inside city gripped by deadly protests in Pakistan-administered Kashmir -- The BBC gains unique access to Rawalakot, scene of violent clashes between security forces and protesters in Pakistan-administered Kashmir.18 hours ago
'What was my fault?': How India's exam paper leak ended young lives -- Two families reveal the human toll of India's medical entrance examination paper leak.22 hours ago
'Your legacy will live forever': Nepal mourns climber Nirmal Purja -- Tributes are pouring out across Nepal after an avalanche killed some of the country's best mountaineers.16 hours ago
Solitude as a new aspirational lifestyle: 'We are not lonely' -- A growing number of so-called "loneliness influencers" are spotlighting solo living without children or friends - and it's spurring debate.1 day ago
Ginger hair portraits show unexpected 'golden thread' connecting Americans -- For Kieran Dodds, photographing people with red hair has become something of an obsession over the past decade or more.1 day ago
At the scene of deadly Moscow bomb blast -- Three people have been killed and 21 injured after an explosive device detonated at an Italian restaurant, Russian media reports.1 day ago
Fastest runner to cross the Alps says it was an incredible experience -- Sophie Woods ran the Via Alpina through storms, heat of up to 37C and dodged floods and wildfires across eight countries.1 day ago
Wildfires scorch Washington state as thousands evacuated and emergency declared -- State officials said wildfires across more than 250,000 acres have led to widespread evacuations and power outages.1 day ago
Crowds line Amsterdam's canals for Pride boat parade -- Costumed participants danced and waved from a colourful flotilla of 80 decorated vessels as they made their way through the city's waterways.2 days ago
Watch: Why Fifa dropped plans to sell stakes in the World Cup -- The BBC's Shaimaa Khalil explains why Gianni Infantino has backed down on his controversial investment proposal.2 days ago
Charred homes, burned out cars - before and after images show Spokane wildfire destruction -- BBC Verify has matched videos posted online in the aftermath with images of the same streets before the fires to assess the damage in in Washington state.40 minutes ago
'She folded like an umbrella' - Trump slams Jeanine Pirro over Reflecting Pool case -- Federal prosecutors dismissed charges against a former Olympian accused of vandalising the landmark pool, blaming contractors for a rushed job.1 hour ago
Russia says seven killed and 40 injured by Ukrainian drone hitting busy beach -- Three children were killed when the drone crashed at a popular resort on the Black Sea.3 hours ago
Holdout senators back Blanche for AG after he formally withdraws Trump fund plan -- Trump's controversial $1.8bn "anti-weaponisation" fund could have been used to compensate people prosecuted over the US Capitol riot.4 hours ago
'It's just a loss to Ireland': Fans pay tribute to Glen Hansard at public wake -- Thousands are expected to attend the funeral of Glen Hansard at a public wake ahead of his funeral on Tuesday.7 hours ago
US President Donald Trump set for Irish visit next month -- Trump will spend two days at his golf course in Doonbeg, County Clare, where he will attend the Irish Open golfing tournament.6 hours ago