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US may intercept and seize oil tanker heading for Europe, reports say

US may intercept and seize oil tanker heading for Europe, reports say

January 06, 2026

US officials have a warrant to seize the Russian-flagged ship accused of breaking sanctions.

Venezuelan security forces detain journalists from foreign news organisations

Venezuelan security forces detain journalists from foreign news organisations

January 06, 2026

Venezuelans describe their fear of speaking out as 14 media workers are detained and police check people's social media.

Zelensky replaces Ukraine's powerful security service chief

Zelensky replaces Ukraine's powerful security service chief

January 06, 2026

The Ukrainian president has come under heavy criticism for his reshuffling of one the country's most successful security agencies.

Six dead and hundreds of flights cancelled as snow causes chaos across Europe

Six dead and hundreds of flights cancelled as snow causes chaos across Europe

January 06, 2026

Hundreds of flights have been cancelled in Amsterdam and Paris, with thousands of people stranded.

Iran anti-government protests spread to majority of provinces, videos show

Iran anti-government protests spread to majority of provinces, videos show

January 06, 2026

Videos show that unrest has spread to more than 50 towns and cities, including pro-government heartlands.

European allies back Denmark over Trump's threat to annex Greenland

European allies back Denmark over Trump's threat to annex Greenland

January 06, 2026

Donald Trump has refused to rule out using force to annex Greenland - a scenario that would spell the end of Nato, according to Denmark.

Children killed after drone hits home in Sudan, medics say

Children killed after drone hits home in Sudan, medics say

January 06, 2026

At least 13 people, including eight children, have been killed in the strike in el-Obeid city, medics say.

Swiss ski bar not inspected for five years before deadly fire, mayor says

Swiss ski bar not inspected for five years before deadly fire, mayor says

January 06, 2026

The New Year's Eve fire at a bar in Crans-Montana killed 40 people and injured 116.

Macron hosts Ukraine and allies to try to cement security guarantees

Macron hosts Ukraine and allies to try to cement security guarantees

January 06, 2026

The talks are held as Russia continues attacking Ukraine's energy sector and under the shadow of US threats to annex Greenland.

US Congressman Doug LaMalfa dies unexpectedly at 65

US Congressman Doug LaMalfa dies unexpectedly at 65

January 06, 2026

The death of LaMalfa, a Trump ally, shaves the Republican majority in the US House of Representatives to just a few seats.

Israel's foreign minister on historic visit to Somaliland

Israel's foreign minister on historic visit to Somaliland

January 06, 2026

In a controversial move, Israel became the first nation to acknowledge Somaliland as an independent state.

Nestle issues global recall of some baby formula products over toxin fears

Nestle issues global recall of some baby formula products over toxin fears

January 06, 2026

The food giant discovered some batches of SMA infant and follow-on formula could lead to vomiting

Nvidia unveils self-driving car tech as it seeks to power more products with AI

Nvidia unveils self-driving car tech as it seeks to power more products with AI

January 06, 2026

The chip giant is looking for ways to move the AI revolution beyond software and into physical products.

Dance music festival Tomorrowland to hold three-day event in Thailand

Dance music festival Tomorrowland to hold three-day event in Thailand

January 06, 2026

Founded 20 years ago, Tomorrowland has grown into one of the most iconic celebrations of electronic music.

Indian gang rape survivor back home after a week in hospital

Indian gang rape survivor back home after a week in hospital

January 06, 2026

The 26-year-old was taken to hospital with serious head and facial injuries and several fractures.

Netflix pulls Chinese drama after Vietnam's outcry over disputed map

Netflix pulls Chinese drama after Vietnam's outcry over disputed map

January 06, 2026

An episode in the drama Shine on Me features a map depicting contested claims in the South China Sea.

The painful questions for Nato and the EU as Trump threatens Greenland

The painful questions for Nato and the EU as Trump threatens Greenland

January 06, 2026

Were Trump to make good on his ambition to bring Greenland under US control, would it mark not just an existential threat to Nato but also a major crisis for the EU?

Selfies and smiles: South Korea seeks 'new phase' in ties with China

Selfies and smiles: South Korea seeks 'new phase' in ties with China

January 06, 2026

South Korea's Lee Jae Myung snapped selfies with China's Xi Jinping as he pursues better ties with China in a four-day visit.

Cuba defiant as it braces for post-Maduro era

Cuba defiant as it braces for post-Maduro era

January 06, 2026

The prospects for Cuba - a close ally of Nicolás Maduro's Venezuela - are now bleak, writes the BBC's Will Grant.

Which countries could be in Trump's sights after Venezuela?

Which countries could be in Trump's sights after Venezuela?

January 06, 2026

Trump has made numerous threats against other nations in Washington's orbit.

Long wait for justice leaves South African families in limbo

Long wait for justice leaves South African families in limbo

January 06, 2026

With tens of thousands of cases waiting to be heard, some people have to wait four years for their trials to start.

The 'magical' blue flower changing farmers' fortunes in India

The 'magical' blue flower changing farmers' fortunes in India

January 06, 2026

Indian farmers are turning to butterfly pea flower which is in demand for its bright blue colour.

Why does Trump want Greenland and what could it mean for Nato?

Why does Trump want Greenland and what could it mean for Nato?

January 06, 2026

The US president's repeated demands to control Greenland could threaten the Nato military alliance.

BBC looks into the relationship between Cuba and Venezuela

BBC looks into the relationship between Cuba and Venezuela

January 06, 2026

The BBC's Cuba correspondent, Will Grant, explains what's the nature of the relationship between Venezuela and Cuba.

Watch: What it was like in the courtroom at Maduro's hearing

Watch: What it was like in the courtroom at Maduro's hearing

January 05, 2026

The BBC's Madeline Halpert was inside the room as the former Venezuelan president addressed the judge.

Video shows Maduro's arrival in US and journey into custody

Video shows Maduro's arrival in US and journey into custody

January 04, 2026

The Venezuelan president is in custody in New York after he was captured during US strikes on Saturday.

Watch: 'I'm so happy' - Venezuelans in the US react to Maduro's capture

Watch: 'I'm so happy' - Venezuelans in the US react to Maduro's capture

January 04, 2026

The BBC's Bernd Debusmann reports from Doral Florida, where the Venezuelan-American community has gathered to celebrate the US attack.

Trump on Venezuela: 'We are going to run the country'

Trump on Venezuela: 'We are going to run the country'

January 03, 2026

President Donald Trump announced that the US will run Venezuela until a 'proper transition can take place.'

Explosions and smoke at La Guaira port

Explosions and smoke at La Guaira port

January 03, 2026

Venezuela has declared a national emergency, denouncing "extremely serious military aggression"

Watch: Over 100 firefighters on the scene of Denver blaze

Watch: Over 100 firefighters on the scene of Denver blaze

January 03, 2026

No injuries have been reported as a result of the fire, with the cause still under investigation.

Sailors saved from going over edge of huge dam

Sailors saved from going over edge of huge dam

January 02, 2026

According to reports, the boat had suffered motor failure before drifting to the edge of the dam.

Watch: Moment 400-pound runaway prop injures Disney employee

Watch: Moment 400-pound runaway prop injures Disney employee

January 02, 2026

The incident took place during a live recreation of a scene from the film of Indiana Jones

What are Russians hoping for in 2026, asks Steve Rosenberg

What are Russians hoping for in 2026, asks Steve Rosenberg

January 01, 2026

The BBC's Russia editor speaks to people in the country as the war in Ukraine nears a fourth year.

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