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World News Headlines
- Former counter-terrorism head investigated by FBI over alleged leaks
on March 19, 2026The former counter-terrorism head resigned on Tuesday over the war with Iran, saying the country posed "no imminent threat" to the US.
- Japan PM to hold 'difficult' talks with Trump as Iran conflict looms large
on March 19, 2026It comes days after Trump criticised Japan for not answering his demands for help in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Three Palestinian women killed in beauty salon during Iranian missile attack
on March 19, 2026Others were injured when the salon in the southern West Bank was hit, while a Thai worker was killed by falling shrapnel in Israel.
- Chad warns Sudan it will retaliate after drone strike on mourners kills 17
on March 19, 2026President Idris Mahamat Déby orders the military to be on high alert and a "total closure" of the border.
- Are US and Israel aligned on Iran war? Deciphering Trump's post after gas field attacks
on March 19, 2026What does Trump's Truth Social post after gas field attacks tell us about US-Israeli alignment?
- Spain's king welcomes Mexico's World Cup invite after 'abuse' comments
on March 19, 2026News of the invitation emerges after the monarch acknowledged "a lot of abuse" during the Spanish conquest of Mexico.
- Cyprus leader calls for frank discussion on 'colonial' UK bases
on March 19, 2026The UK's two military bases on Cyprus are a "colonial consequence" on the island, says President Nikos Christodoulides.
- DR Congo and Rwanda agree to ease tensions after talks in US
on March 19, 2026The conflict has persisted despite a peace deal signed by DR Congo and Rwanda in December.
- Kevin Spacey and accusers settle before civil trial
on March 19, 2026The actor agrees an out-of-court settlement with three men who accused him of sexual assault.
- South Africans say criminal gangs are exploiting the water crisis
on March 19, 2026Residents of some areas have been without mains water for weeks.
- How Europe sleepwalked into yet another energy crisis
on March 19, 2026It is not the first time that there has been deep energy-linked frustration in the heart of Europe.
- As Cuba struggles with power cuts, how is the island holding up?
on March 19, 2026The BBC's Will Grant reports from the island days after the entire national electric grid collapsed.
- Afghan evacuees in limbo in Qatar camp accuse US of betrayal
on March 19, 2026More than 1,100 Afghans evacuated by the US fear their route to promised resettlement is closed for good.
- India's young are more educated than ever. So why are so many jobless?
on March 19, 2026India’s educational enrolment has surged but jobs, especially good ones, are not keeping pace, a new report finds.
- Labubu film is official with Paddington director at the helm
on March 19, 2026The film will combine live action and computer-generated animation and is in "early development".
- The Iran war is causing a global energy crisis - can China withstand it?
on March 18, 2026With oil supply disrupted, Beijing's oil reserves and renewable energy push are being put to the test.
- Watch: Gabbard faces scrutiny over Iran nuclear intelligence claims
on March 18, 2026The US Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, was questioned over what Democrats perceive as a discrepancy between White House and intelligence community claims.
- Famous Iditarod dog sled race ends in repeat win for Jessie Holmes
on March 18, 2026The former reality TV star guided his dogs through a roughly 1,000-mile (1,609-kilometer) race, completing it in nine days, seven hours, and 32 minutes.
- 'Very difficult to stop': BBC visits scene of Iran cluster bomb strike on Israel
on March 18, 2026An elderly couple was killed after a bomb flew into their apartment in central Israel and exploded.
- Venezuelans in Miami and Caracas celebrate historic WBC victory over USA
on March 18, 2026Venezuela won its first-ever World Baseball Classic title, defeating the United States 3–2 in the championship game.