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BBC News - World
Trump claims King 'agrees' Iran shouldn't have nuclear weapon in White House banquet speech - In response, Buckingham Palace tells the BBC the King is "naturally mindful" of the UK government's "well-known position" on preventing nuclear proliferation.
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France urges citizens to leave Mali after rebel attacks -- The UK has issued similar advice, telling citizens who stay, that they do so at their own risk. -- World36 minutes ago
Faisal Islam: Why the UAE's exit from Opec is a big deal -- It will have little effect on the current oil blockades, but it could change everything afterwards. -- Business36 minutes ago
Comey charged with threatening Trump's life in Instagram post -- The new case stems from a 2025 seashell photo posted by the former FBI director that the justice department says calls for violence against Trump.11 hours ago
Kim Jong Un praises troops who 'self-blasted' to avoid capture by Ukraine -- It confirms suspicions that North Korean soldiers are being told to detonate their grenades to kill themselves.4 hours ago
Former US officials criticise Pentagon silence on deadly Iran school attack -- In the two months since the deadly strike, the US defence department has said only that the incident is under investigation.21 minutes ago
Afghanistan women footballers can return to competition after FIFA rule changes -- Afghanistan women will become a "symbol of resilience" after Fifa approved their return to international competition, says former captain Khalida Popal.1 hour ago
Two dead after small plane crashes into Australia airport hangar -- The aircraft burst into flames after it crashed at Parafield Airport in Adelaide.2 hours ago
Trump's face to feature on commemorative US passports -- The passports will be released as part of the 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence.11 hours ago
Japan zoo staffer allegedly dumps wife's body inside incinerator -- The zoo has had to delay its reopening after a maintenance break, as police investigate the staff member's claim.3 hours ago
Endangered antelopes flown to Kenya from Czech zoo in 'historic homecoming' -- The mountain bongo is a rare antelope endemic to Kenyan highland forests, with less than 100 in the wild.1 hour ago
Fashion, billionaires and jokes: Inside the White House state dinner for the King and Queen -- The night was filled with designer fashion, luscious bouquets, billionaire guests and joke-filled speeches.5 hours ago
What next for Mali's military leaders after shock of rebel offensive? -- The military came to power to bolster security but the weekend's attacks have brought that into question.4 hours ago
A faraway conflict threatens livelihoods in India's glass hub -- Supply disruptions due to Middle East tensions have pushed up costs in India's glass industry, putting workers at risk.5 hours ago
US political violence generates a familiar cycle - this time it's in overdrive -- In modern America, it seems violence of this kind has become an ever-present storm that can strike anywhere and at any moment.1 day ago
'It's bizarre': Californians grapple with revelation that suspected Trump gunman was neighbour -- People living near the man charged with the attempted assassination of Trump say they were shocked to see their neighbour on TV.22 hours ago
Why has the UAE left Opec - and why does this matter? -- The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quitting oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership.45 minutes ago
Should Jimmy Kimmel be fired for telling a joke? -- BBC's Regan Morris reports from outside the comedian's show on Hollywood Boulevard, Los Angeles.5 hours ago
Flying cars and 5-minute charges: China's EV industry sees opportunity in Iran crisis -- As the US-Iran has sent the world scrambling for fuel, China is positioned to benefit from its rapid shift into electric vehicles.10 hours ago
Watch: Elderly woman rescued by robot from Ukraine's frontline -- The Ukrainian army spotted the woman using a drone and sent the machine to her rescue as she was trying to leave her war-torn village.13 hours ago
Will Mexico City's airport be ready for the World Cup? -- The BBC takes a closer look at major renovations at Benito Juárez International Airport aimed at boosting capacity ahead of the 2026 World Cup.19 hours ago
Irish government announces further fuel supports after protests -- The Irish government has announced further fuel supports for a number of sectors after nationwide protests in recent weeks.9 minutes ago
Outrage after Indian man carries his sister's skeleton to a bank to prove her death -- A video from Odisha state of Jitu Munda taking the remains to the bank went viral this week, leading to anger.2 hours ago
Five takeaways from the King's historic address to Congress -- There were some lines in the speech that may have buoyed Democrats – and raised eyebrows in the White House.13 hours ago
Australian mother who faked son's cancer to fund lavish lifestyle jailed -- The mother-of-two shaved her six-year-old's son's head and eyebrows as part of the deception.4 hours ago
Jokes, gifts and a state dinner: Washington rolls out red carpet for King and Queen -- During the White House state dinner, the King gifted the US president a bell from his WW2 submarine namesake, 'HMS Trump'.4 hours ago