NewsMiddle EastNo deal announced after Trump meeting to make 'final determination' on IranThe US president met his advisers, after officials confirmed the US and Iran had agreed a framework of a deal.2 hrs agoMiddle EastIsrael put on UN sexual violence in warzones blacklist for first timeIsrael says it rejects allegations in a new report by the office of the UN secretary general.12 hrs agoMiddle EastIran says it targeted American base after fresh US strikesThe hostilities come during a fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran, and protracted negotiations to end the three-month war. 2 days agoWorld'Like a prisoner being released' - Relief for Iranians as internet shutdown endsThe government imposed the blackout after the start of the war with the US and Israel in February, cutting most Iranians off from the outside world.3 days agoMiddle EastNetanyahu says he has directed IDF to increase control of Gaza to 70% The expansion in control by Israel would contradict the terms of the ceasefire Israel and Hamas agreed to in October 2025.1 day agoMiddle EastUS and Iran 'very close' to deal but 'not there yet', Vance saysUS officials earlier told the BBC that the framework of a ceasefire extension deal had been agreed, pending the approval of Trump and Iran's leadership. 21 hrs agoWorldIsrael strikes Beirut and southern Lebanon after large-scale evacuation ordersThe Israeli military has ordered Lebanese residents to leave some 17% of the country's territory.2 days agoMiddle EastIsraeli strike in Gaza City kills new head of Hamas's military wingHamas says Mohammed Odeh was killed alongside his wife and two children in a strike on a residential building. Dozens killed in Lebanon as Israel intensifies strikesIsrael says it struck 100 Hezbollah infrastructure sites and fighters in Lebanon, after PM Benjamin Netanyahu vows to "crush" the Iran-backed group.Iran condemns US strikes as 'gross violation' of ceasefireThe attacks took place while Iranian and Qatari negotiators were in Doha for peace talks.Internet starts coming back in Iran after months-long blackoutInternet access has been cut off in the country since the start of the war in late February.Rights group accuses UAE of being transit point for mercenaries on way to SudanThe United Arab Emirates has denied any involvement in the civil war and says it investigates alleged links.FeaturesHow Saudi Arabia's spending spree reached the end of the lineMBS's Vison 2030 project seemed the stuff of science fiction. Now reality has bittenI survived a missile strike in the Strait of Hormuz, but my friend has not been foundSunil Puniya was on his first sea job when a missile struck the oil tanker Skylight at the start of the Iran war. Hezbollah drone strike videos show evolving tactics against IsraelBBC Verify has examined dozens of videos of fibre-optic drone attacks carried out by the Lebanese armed group. 'This may be the last time you hear my voice': Political executions surge in Iran since start of warSince the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February, the UN says it’s verified the execution of at least 32 political prisoners. Hezbollah support endures in south Lebanon as ceasefire fails to stop war with IsraelDespite continuing Israeli attacks and occupation, many people in the south still believe the armed group is the only force capable of defending them.Watch/ListenAre the US and Iran close to reaching a peace deal… again?BBC’s Sarah Smith looks at why both countries are in a tense cycle of negotiations, despite the progress President Trump consistently claims.Israel intensifies strikes on Lebanon during ceasefire, videos showVerified videos show strikes on densely populated neighbourhoods in southern Lebanon.'Hopefully we can pull it off' - Rubio on Iran dealThe deal reportedly includes a 60-day ceasefire extension and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.Why is Israel building these long barriers inside Gaza?BBC Verify has found Israel has been building a series of earth barriers inside Gaza since the October ceasefire.Latest updates2 hrs agoNo deal announced after Trump meeting to make 'final determination' on IranThe US president met his advisers, after officials confirmed the US and Iran had agreed a framework of a deal.2 hrs ago11 hrs agoMan accused of using hidden camera to spy on UK-based Iranian journalistThe Greek national has been charged with assisting a foreign intelligence service believed to be linked to Iran.11 hrs ago12 hrs agoIsrael put on UN sexual violence in warzones blacklist for first timeIsrael says it rejects allegations in a new report by the office of the UN secretary general.12 hrs ago1 day agoNetanyahu says he has directed IDF to increase control of Gaza to 70% The expansion in control by Israel would contradict the terms of the ceasefire Israel and Hamas agreed to in October 2025.1 day ago1 day agoAre the US and Iran close to reaching a peace deal… again?BBC’s Sarah Smith looks at why both countries are in a tense cycle of negotiations, despite the progress President Trump consistently claims.1 day ago2 days agoIsrael intensifies strikes on Lebanon during ceasefire, videos showVerified videos show strikes on densely populated neighbourhoods in southern Lebanon.2 days ago2 days agoIsrael hits Lebanese capital in 'targeted strike'Beirut had until now largely been spared even as both Israel and Hezbollah accused each other of breaking last month's ceasefire.2 days ago2 days agoLearning from Ukraine war, Hezbollah is now using fibre-optic drones to hit IsraelFibre-optic drones are now Hezbollah's primary weapon against Israel's soldiers and civilians.2 days ago2 days agoGaza City hospitals say several killed in strike, as Israel targets Hamas leadersAt least five children were reportedly killed in the strike, which appears to have targeted a Hamas commander.2 days ago...
