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LIVE - Trump's border tsar suggests possible drawdown in Minneapolis if officials 'co-operate' Tom Homan has been deployed after two people were shot dead by federal agents in the city in less than a month.
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EU adds Iran's Revolutionary Guards to terrorist list -- EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas says the move is a response to Tehran's deadly crackdown on protesters.53 minutes ago
Heavy gunfire and blasts heard near airport in Niger's capital -- The airport houses an air force base and is about 10km (six miles) from the presidential place.8 hours ago
UK citizens to be able to travel to China visa-free, Starmer announces in Beijing - Shadow home secretary Chris Philp accuses the government of trading "national security for economic crumbs off the Chinese table".1 hour ago
What could happen if the US strikes Iran? Here are seven scenarios -- From regime change to retaliation, the BBC's Frank Gardner outlines possible outcomes of US strikes on Iran.9 hours ago
Nicki Minaj calls herself Trump's 'number one fan' and shows off gold card visa -- The rapper, born in Trinidad and Tobago, praises the US president while Bruce Springsteen protests aboout ICE.16 minutes ago
Talks ramp up to avert US government shutdown after Minneapolis shooting -- Democrats are pushing to remove funding for the Department of Homeland Security unless new measures are implemented.5 hours ago
Ukraine receives 1,000 bodies in latest soldier swap with Russia -- Russia received 38 soldiers' bodies in exchange as part of an agreement between the warring countries.2 hours ago
US Senator Amy Klobuchar announces bid for Minnesota governor -- She fills the void for Democrats after current Governor Tim Walz ended his re-election campaign early.1 hour ago
China executes 11 members of Myanmar scam mafia -- China executes 11 members of the Ming family that ran scam centres in Myanmar, state media report.12 hours ago
Flights to northern Ethiopia cancelled as fears mount of renewed conflict -- Passengers received a text message about the cancellation of flights, citing "unforeseen circumstances".4 hours ago
Indians pay tribute after Arijit Singh retires at 38 as Bollywood singer -- Singh has been one of the most loved and recognisable voices of Bollywood for more than a decade.14 hours ago
Panic on crowded Ukraine train - passenger describes moment of Russian drone strike -- The BBC speaks to a person who was aboard a train on which five people died after it was targeted by drones.20 hours ago
During heated hearing, Rubio insists US action in Venezuela will lead to prosperity and security -- The US Secretary of State remained robustly on message when asked about the legality of Maduro's removal, plans for oil sales, and the future of Venezuela.18 hours ago
Is the US preparing to strike Iran again? -- Satellite images show a steady and significant build-up of US military forces in the region.19 hours ago
Why an India court ruling on a 2018 deal is rattling foreign investors -- Investors are spooked by an order on a 2018 stake sale and fear it could open up old transactions to tax scrutiny.5 hours ago
Why China views the UK visit as part of something bigger -- Sir Keir Starmer is one of a number of world leaders heading to Beijing1 day ago
Watch: CCTV captures moment mayor hit in rocket launcher attack in the Philippines -- A mayor in the Philippines has survived a rocket launcher attack on his vehicle in broad daylight.5 hours ago
Watch: How Alex Pretti shooting led Trump to shift course in Minneapolis -- BBC analysis editor Ros Atkins looks at why tensions have been running so high in the city - and how we got here.17 hours ago
Moment BA plane to London loses wheel after take-off in Vegas -- Dramatic footage shows wheel falling off a British Airways aircraft shortly after take-off from Harry Reid International airport.23 hours ago
Watch: Why Trump is hitting the road to rally Americans -- The BBC's White House reporter Bernd Debusmann explains why the president is refocusing his attention on the US economy.1 day ago
New Iran videos show bodies piled in hospital and snipers on roofs -- Footage from a hospital in Tehran shows at least 31 bodies piled inside and seven body bags outside.2 days ago
France moves to abolish concept of marital duty to have sex -- The proposed bill would enshrine in law the end of so-called "conjugal rights" – the notion that marriage means a duty to have sex.16 minutes ago
What is ICE and what powers do its agents have to use force? -- The immigration agency is under scrutiny after fatal shootings in Minneapolis.3 days ago
Canada's conservative leader faces leadership test - and grapples with widening his appeal -- Pierre Poilievre is expected to win a leadership review, but faces questions over his popularity with the wider public.4 hours ago