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World News Headlines
- Trump threatens to halt trade with Spain over military base access
on March 3, 2026Trump lashed out after Spain barred the US from using its military bases to carry out strikes on Iran.
- US sends planes to evacuate nationals from Middle East as Iran conflict spreads
on March 3, 2026The US State Department says Americans should "depart now via commercial means" as strikes continue.
- OpenAI changes deal with US military after backlash
on March 3, 2026Chief Executive Sam Altman said the group would prohibit the use of its systems to spy on Americans.
- New charges for son of Norway's crown princess on trial for rape
on March 3, 2026Marius Borg Høiby now faces a total of 40 charges at his trial and denies the most serious allegations.
- Watch: How the US-Israel war with Iran is jeopardising shipping
on March 3, 2026Ben Chu has been looking at what’s happened to marine traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a key trade passage.
- Gas and oil prices soar and shares tumble on fears conflict could escalate
on March 3, 2026Markets react as the conflict in the Middle East intensifies and concerns grow over how long it will last.
- Belgium detains three suspected Cameroon separatists in war crimes probe
on March 3, 2026Money is reportedly being raised by them for the armed struggle, prosecutors say.
- Guilty verdict for US father of teenage school shooter
on March 3, 2026Prosecutors say Colin Gray, 55, could have prevented his son from killing four people at a high school in Georgia in 2024.
- Andrew gives up lease on Crown Estate property
on March 3, 2026The former prince hands back a property in Ascot, with lease documents showing an annual rent of £13,000.
- Why Europe's leaders have struggled to speak as one on Iran
on March 3, 2026European nations say they want to work better together but have differing priorities
- Six US soldiers killed in Iranian strike on Kuwait base
on March 3, 2026The US defence secretary confirms a US military base was hit by Iran on Sunday.
- Battered and isolated, Hezbollah drags Lebanon into another war
on March 3, 2026Its attack on Israel in support of Iran has led to fresh mass displacements and Israeli bombing, to the fury of many Lebanese.
- Watch: Footage from across Iran shows scale of strikes
on March 3, 2026Footage verified by the BBC and news agencies shows large explosions in Iran following US and Israel strikes.
- Why did US and Israel attack Iran and how long could the war last?
on March 3, 2026Iran has carried out strikes against Israel, across the Gulf and against a British base in Cyprus in retaliation.
- Mafia boss behind notorious murders in Italy dies behind bars in Milan
on March 3, 2026"Nitto" Santapaola was believed to have masterminded the murder of one of Italy's most famous anti-mafia prosecutors in 1992.
- Zelensky fears Trump's Iran war could hurt Ukraine
on March 3, 2026Ukraine fears what soaring oil prices and a shortage in air defences could mean for them.
- Mexican drug lord 'El Mencho' buried in golden coffin
on March 3, 2026Nemesio Oseguera led the feared Jalisco New Generation Cartel until his death as a result of a firefight in February.
- Death toll in 'surprise' attack in South Sudan rises to 178, local official says
on March 3, 2026Medical aid groups have described the scale of casualties as alarming as people seek treatment.
- India's top court angry after junior judge cites fake AI-generated orders
on March 3, 2026In several recent instances, AI has disrupted court proceedings in India and elsewhere.
- US sanctions Rwanda's military and top commanders over fighting in DR Congo
on March 3, 2026Rwanda accused Washington's move as “one sided” and politically motivated.
- US-Israel war with Iran widens as strikes continue
on March 3, 2026The crisis in the Middle East has widened after Israel and the US attacked Iran on Saturday with major strikes.
- Trump voters back him on Iran - but that could change if war drags on
on March 3, 2026His supporters in one Texas town hail his actions in the Middle East - though some comments suggest seeds of trouble.
- The little town making nearly all of China's lanterns
on March 3, 2026A remarkable 80% of the country's lanterns are still made by hand in one small town in Hebei Province.
- Texas authorities identify Austin bar shooting victims
on March 3, 2026Three victims and the suspected gunman were killed, and more were injured in the Sunday shooting that the FBI says could have terrorism links.
- India and Canada reset ties with 'landmark' nuclear energy deal
on March 2, 2026A host of deals, including one to supply India with uranium, is unveiled as Mark Carney meets Narendra Modi in Delhi.
- France to boost nuclear arsenal and extend deterrence to European allies
on March 2, 2026Emmanuel Macron said eight countries could enjoy protection from France's nuclear umbrella - but that Paris would retain sole decision-making power.
- Lost Rembrandt painting rediscovered after 65 years
on March 2, 2026The painting, created by the Dutch master in 1633, had disappeared after being sold in 1961.
- Saturday Night Live criticised for 'hurtful' Tourette's sketch
on March 2, 2026The condition is "not a joke", the Tourette Action charity says, as the Baftas fallout continues.
- Hegseth on Iran attacks: 'This is not Iraq, this is not endless'
on March 2, 2026US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth offered few details about the operation, leaving questions unanswered about the scope or duration.
- 'They hit so hard the house was shaking': Iranians describe impact of US-Israel attacks
on March 2, 2026People in Iran tell the BBC they hear explosions day and night, as the US and Israel continue striking the country for a third day.