Global Tensions Rise Amid Energy Disputes and Diplomatic Rows
Hungary's Orbán faces EU backlash, Iran warns of retaliation, and lithium-ion battery hazards grow
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Mar 20, 2026
Global Developments: Military Rulers, Business Mergers, and Geopolitical Tensions
News from Madagascar, Iran, the US, and beyond on leadership, trade, and conflict
Mar 20, 2026
Hungary officials ‘gave Ukrainian forced injection’ after raid on bank vehicles
Protests erupt worldwide, from Hungary to Los Angeles, as Iran conflict escalates
Mar 13, 2026
Global Hotspots: From Iranian Drones to UK Heating Oil Costs
Conflict, Crime, and Economic Pressures Shape the Week's Top Stories
Mar 13, 2026
UK News Roundup: Middle East Conflict, BBC Funding, and More
Updates on the war in the Middle East, BBC World Service funding, Post Office scandal, teacher-parent conflicts, and SUV charges in London
Mar 6, 2026
US issues limited licence for Venezuelan gold following high-level visit
Global Developments: A Week of Tensions and Investigations As the world grapples with rising tensions and new revelations, here's a snapshot of the key developments that made headlines this
Mar 6, 2026
Global Turmoil: US, Iran, and International Fallout
A look at the escalating conflict between the US and Iran, plus other major global developments
Mar 6, 2026
From 2011: Wangari Maathai, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Dies at 71
Wangari Maathai, Christine Keeler, Indira Gandhi, Sirimavo Bandaranaike, and Margaret Thatcher left lasting impacts on their respective countries and the world.
Mar 6, 2026
In a bid to counter China, Trump hosts a summit for Latin America leaders
A week of significant global events: Trump hosts Latin America leaders, Iran faces criticism, and a literary giant passes away
Mar 6, 2026
What's Behind the Escalating Tensions in the Middle East?
Iran-backed militias intensify attacks against US, Israel and allies as conflict draws in new actors
Jun 26, 2026
US reporter urges supreme court to halt ruling forcing her to reveal sources or pay $800-a-day fine
US reporter Catherine Herridge is making a final bid to the Supreme Court to halt a ruling that would force her to reveal her sources or pay a steep daily fine.
Jun 26, 2026
Watch: BBC reports from La Guaira, one of Venezuela's worst-hit areas
Earthquakes devastate Venezuela, heatwaves grip Europe, and a UK man is sentenced for assault, as the world grapples with natural disasters and human crises.
Jun 26, 2026
Global Hotspots Erupt in Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis
From the Strait of Hormuz to the DR Congo, rising tensions and devastating conditions spark international concern
Jun 26, 2026
Pete Buttigieg says family investigated over baseless child abuse allegation
Venezuela reels from devastating earthquakes as US conducts strikes on Iran and Pete Buttigieg faces baseless child abuse allegation
Jun 26, 2026
Migrant Camps Swell in South Africa Amid Growing Anti-Immigrant Threats
In South Africa, migrant camps are swelling as undocumented foreigners face growing anti-immigrant threats.
Jun 26, 2026
Advocates demand inquiry into Florida’s recently closed Alligator Alcatraz detention center
Deadly heatwaves, controversy over US detention centers, and devastating natural disasters have dominated the headlines this week, raising concerns over human rights, public health, and environmental protection.
Jun 26, 2026
Why Lebanon Is Celebrating Brazil’s Win
This week saw significant developments in global news, with a focus on international relations, trade, and social issues.
Jun 26, 2026
World News in Brief: Strikes, Detentions, and Immigration Plans
A look at global developments on conflict, policy, and humanitarian efforts
Jun 19, 2026
World Leaders Make Headlines Amid Controversy and Celebration
Trump Unveils New Air Force One, Ghana Adopts Reparatory Justice Framework, and More
Jun 19, 2026
Israel and Hezbollah agree to renew ceasefire after flareup of violence
From the Middle East to the UK and US, diverse stories of conflict, social issues, and community action unfold.
Jun 19, 2026
Global News Roundup: Train Crash, World Cup, and International Tensions
A train collision in the UK, World Cup updates, and diplomatic tensions between Ukraine and Poland
Jun 19, 2026
Spain’s Yamal says ‘very early, unnecessary’ to play full World Cup match
Updates on the World Cup, Train Collision, and International Diplomacy
Jun 19, 2026
Lebanon Emerges as Weak Link in U.S.-Iran Deal to End War
Tensions escalate in Lebanon, UK train crash kills one, and Cuba faces energy crisis
Jun 19, 2026
What's Behind the Recent Surge in Global Conflicts and Policy Shifts?
From ceasefires to trade bans, and sentencing to record-breaking flights, this week's key stories