Pope discharged from hospital days after lung cancer surgery
Pope Leo XIV has been discharged from Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, just four days after an operation to remove a cancerous growth from his lung. The 71-year-old walked unaided to his…
Protesters clash with police during nationwide demonstrations in France
Protesters clash with police during nationwide demonstrations in France Thousands protest in Paris and other cities against rising cost of living. A protester kicks a projectile as he stands among…
Why Trump’s latest White House press secretary lasted just five days
EXPLAINER Why Trump’s latest White House press secretary lasted just five days Katie Zacharia is the shortest-serving White House press secretary after a rocky tenure, but she’s not the first…
More NHS staff sacked over attacks victims’ records
As well as the dismissals, NUH said 15 final written warnings and two first written warnings have also been issued in total. Two cases were found to have no case…
UK must protect against Russian ‘hybrid attacks’, ex-national security adviser says
The government must do more to protect key infrastructure against “hybrid attacks” from Russia, a former national security adviser has told the BBC. Lord Ricketts said more money should be…
Hardline Israeli rabbi ruling on stolen Palestinian olives prompts uproar
Hardline Israeli rabbi ruling on stolen Palestinian olives prompts uproar A hardline religious ruling justifying the theft of Palestinian olive harvests escalates violence and political tensions before Israeli elections. Rabbi…
France tackles new wave of nationwide protests
France is tackling nationwide protests, as students, unions, and activists rally against high prices and inequality.
Watch: ‘Mood has really shifted’ as Paris protesters clash with police
The BBC is on the ground at the Place de la République, where protesters and police clash after weeks of students demonstrations.
US and Iran both claim control of Strait of Hormuz amid attacks on vessels
US and Iran both claim control of Strait of Hormuz amid attacks on vessels Two vessels have been struck with naval mines in the Strait of Hormuz this week. A…
Trump eases Russia oil sanctions, but is Europe still buying Moscow’s gas?
EXPLAINER Trump eases Russia oil sanctions, but is Europe still buying Moscow’s gas? Analysts say Russia will benefit most from US sanctions waiver. Photo provided by the French Army shows…