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BBC News - World
Iran accuses US of 'reckless military adventure' Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the US opts for a "reckless military adventure" every time a "diplomatic solution is on the table". 19 mins ago - World
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Worldwide race to trace passengers from hantavirus-hit cruise ship -- About 12 countries have so far been linked to the hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius, as the UN health agency confirms at least five cases. -- Health1 hour ago
International cyber attack disrupts swathe of universities and schools -- A hacking group breached the academic software Canvas, used by thousands of schools and universities across the globe.1 minute ago
Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of breaching Victory Day ceasefire -- The two sides report responding to hundreds of drone attacks, just hours into a truce to cover celebrations of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany.3 hours ago
Three dead after volcano erupts on Indonesian island -- Officials had previously issued warnings on climbing the active volcano due to safety concerns.4 hours ago
South Africa president faces call to resign after court ruling -- The Constitutional Court says MPs were was wrong to block impeachment proceedings against Cyril Ramaphosa.3 hours ago
Oil prices rise after US and Iran exchange fire in Hormuz strait -- US President Donald Trump says the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran is still in place.7 hours ago
Third British national has suspected hantavirus infection, UK government says -- The patient is on the remote Atlantic island of Tristan da Cunha, which was visited by the cruise ship in April.7 hours ago
US jet fuel could be used in Europe to ease possible shortages -- An international air body suggests wider acceptance of US-grade jet fuel could help to head off any supply problems.2 hours ago
Anti-war protests rock Japan as PM pushes for stronger defence -- Japan's largest anti-war protests in decades highlight a population divided over changes to its pacifist constitution.16 hours ago
Rebel Wilson accused of 'complete revision of history' as defamation case closes -- The Bridesmaids star claims an actress retracted a complaint about sexual harassment by a producer.7 hours ago
The companies making billions from the Iran war -- Through surging profits or soaring share prices, the war has been a boon for some firms.6 hours ago
Rosenberg: Russia's Victory Day parade with no tanks a sign Ukraine war not going to plan -- For the first time in nearly two decades, there will be no military hardware, just soldiers during Saturday's parade in Moscow.22 hours ago
Thousands of North Koreans fought for Russia. A memorial hints at the death toll -- An estimated 11,000 North Korean soldiers were sent to fight in Russia's war against Ukraine.14 hours ago
'I'd rather live in hiding in the US than return to Somalia' -- Fear and uncertainty linger for Somali migrants in Minnesota despite a legal reprieve.14 hours ago
One year after India-Pakistan conflict, ceasefire holds - but little else does -- A year after their military conflict, India and Pakistan avoid war, but diplomacy and trust remain frozen.15 hours ago
Return of Palestine Marathon attracts thousands of runners -- Thousands of people have taken part in the Palestine Marathon and Half Marathon which returned to the West Bank city of Bethlehem after a two-year pause because of restrictions over the Gaza War.1 hour ago
Huge plumes of ash rise as Indonesia's Mount Dukono erupts -- Officials said the group had been hiking up the active volcano despite a climbing ban.1 hour ago
Marco Rubio meets Pope Leo amid tensions with Trump over Iran war -- Leo, the first American pontiff, drew Trump's ire after becoming a firm critic of the war and the administration's hardline immigration policies.19 hours ago
Crowds cheer China's new snooker star on return from championship win -- Wu Yize, 22, receives a rock star's welcome after becoming second-youngest player to win a world title.17 hours ago
How operation to disembark passengers on virus-hit cruise will work -- The BBC's Guy Hedgecoe reports from Tenerife, where some locals fear the ship's arrival could bring health risks.18 hours ago
White House calls Mark Hamill 'sick' after actor's Trump grave post -- The Star Wars actor apologised and deleted the post, which contained an AI image of the president in a shallow grave.2 hours ago
Former Botswana President Festus Mogae dies aged 86 -- Announcing his death, President Duma Boko said Mogae was "a distinguished statesman and patriot".4 hours ago
Why is Japan rethinking its anti-war stance? -- Japan's PM is pushing to revise country's pacifist constitution - and it's causing controversy.1 day ago