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Trump warns Iran ‘time is running out’ for nuclear deal as US military builds up in Gulf

Tehran says its armed forces are ready “with their fingers on the trigger” to respond to any aggression.

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At least five killed after Storm Kristin hits Portugal

The storm toppled trees, damaged homes and left more than 800,000 people without power.

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Plane crashes in Colombia, killing all 15 on board

State ariline Satena says its aircraft carrying 13 passengers and two crew “suffered a fatal accident”.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Border agents involved in fatal shooting of Alex Pretti placed on leave

As Trump and the Minneapolis Mayor spar over social media on immigration law enforcement, the US continues to be roiled

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‘I don’t let bullies win,’ says US congresswoman Omar after substance thrown at her

The Minnesota Democrat was uninjured and continued to speak at her event, after being sprayed with an unidentified liquid.

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Europe must act urgently and stop outsourcing defence, says EU’s Kallas

The EU foreign policy chief’s remarks come days after Nato’s secretary general said Europe needed the US for its defence.

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Deutsche Bank offices raided in money laundering probe

Officials searched offices in Frankfurt and Berlin in relation to “past business relationships”.

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Iran’s internet is returning – but not for everyone

The country cut off internet access on 8 January following a government crackdown on protesters.

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Amazon confirms 16,000 job cuts after accidental email

The technology giant confirmed the redundancies hours after it told staff in an email sent in error.

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‘Don’t take us to a hospital’: Iran protesters treated in secret to avoid arrest

Wounded demonstrators tell the BBC they are relying on medics willing to risk their own safety by treating them at

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Man guilty of assault after Barron Trump reported attack to UK police

Donald Trump’s son told officers he had seen the victim being beaten up during a video call in January 2025.

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Panic on crowded train – passenger tells BBC of moment of Russian drone strike

Five people died in the attack in northeastern Ukraine when three drones targeted the train.

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South Korea’s ex-first lady jailed for 20 months for bribery

Kim Keon Hee was also ordered to return a Graff diamond necklace and pay back 12.85m won in cash.

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Ecuador says ICE agent attempted to enter its Minneapolis consulate

A complaint has been filed by Ecuador, whose consular staff prevented the agent from entering.

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Veteran Indian politician Ajit Pawar dies in plane crash

Pawar and four others died after the plane they were travelling in crashed in India’s Maharashtra state.

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China trip will bring benefits to UK, Starmer insists, as he lands in Beijing

The prime minister seeks to strengthen ties with China but faces fierce criticism from opponents at home.

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Trump says government will ‘de-escalate’ in Minnesota following Pretti shooting

The killing of Alex Pretti over the weekend led Minnesota officials and locals to renew calls for Trump to end