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Lebanon parliament votes to abolish death penalty
The new law - which next goes to the cabinet for approval - would make Lebanon the first country in the Middle East to end capital punishment.
August 11, 2026Kidnapped rare Serbian eagle freed into wild after rescue
Feliks the eagle was abducted as he first flew the nest in Serbia and wound up in the Middle East with poachers who demanded a ransom.
August 7, 2026US-facilitated Israel-Lebanon talks have begun, says State Department - Reuters
US-facilitated Israel-Lebanon talks have begun, says State Department Reuters
August 4, 2026Israel and Lebanon sign framework agreement after US-brokered talks
Hezbollah is not party to Friday's agreement, and previous ceasefires between Israel and Lebanon have still seen near-daily cross-border strikes.
June 26, 2026Rubio announces framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon after talks in Washington - Reuters
Rubio announces framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon after talks in Washington Reuters
June 26, 2026New Lebanon-Israel talks to begin, in shadow of US-Iran deal - Reuters
New Lebanon-Israel talks to begin, in shadow of US-Iran deal Reuters
June 23, 2026US and Iran begin talks on initial peace deal in Switzerland
The face-to-face meeting follows ongoing fighting in Lebanon and Iran's claim to have shut the Strait of Hormuz.
June 21, 2026Israel and Hezbollah agree ceasefire, US says, as more Lebanon strikes reported
The agreement followed concerns that continued clashes would undermine the deal to end the war between the US and Iran.
June 19, 2026US-Iran talks in Switzerland postponed as fighting in Lebanon intensifies
The White House says Vice-President JD Vance will not travel to Switzerland on Friday for a new round of direct talks with Iran.
June 19, 2026Thousands killed in US-Israeli war on Iran - but experts say true total may never be known
Experts say internet, media and government restrictions have all hampered casualty reporting across the region.
June 19, 2026Israel launches fresh strikes on Lebanon despite Trump criticism
Speaking on Tuesday, Trump said Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu needed "to be more responsible with respect to Lebanon".
June 17, 2026Watch: Why is Trump furious with Netanyahu over strikes on Lebanon?
The BBC's Tom Bateman looks at the US president's reaction to what he called "vicious" strikes.
June 16, 2026Hezbollah believes Iran will not sign final nuclear deal if Israel stays in Lebanon - Reuters
Hezbollah believes Iran will not sign final nuclear deal if Israel stays in Lebanon Reuters
June 16, 2026Fragile quiet in Lebanon as US-Iran truce leaves unanswered questions
Many Lebanese remain doubtful that the agreement could finally mean the end of the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah.
June 16, 2026Tehran selling deal with US as victory – but for Iranians it was necessity
For many Iranians, the question is not whether the deal means victory, but whether it lowers prices and reduces fear of another war.
June 16, 2026US-Iran deal may not bring quick relief for auto shops - Reuters
US-Iran deal may not bring quick relief for auto shops Reuters
June 16, 2026Lebanon fighting eases after US-Iran deal - Reuters
Lebanon fighting eases after US-Iran deal Reuters
June 15, 2026Iran deal presents political nightmare for Netanyahu
Donald Trump's ceasefire agreement with Iran leaves the Israeli PM trapped in a new political and security dilemma.
June 15, 2026Watch: What does the US-Iran deal to end war mean for Lebanon and Israel?
It's not clear if the deal means the Israelis will pause their offensive in Lebanon, BBC international editor Jeremy Bowen reports.
June 15, 2026Unclear if US-Iran agreement will provide respite to Lebanon
Pakistan says the deal includes Lebanon, but recent ceasefires there have failed to take hold.
June 15, 2026US, Iran reach agreement to end war, signing set for Friday - Reuters
US, Iran reach agreement to end war, signing set for Friday Reuters
June 14, 2026Israeli military says Hezbollah targets struck in Beirut
Israel says it targeted the Iran-backed armed group Hezbollah, as Tehran warns this could derail a US-Iran deal to end the fighting.
June 14, 2026US, Iran inch closer to deal, timing remains unclear - Reuters
US, Iran inch closer to deal, timing remains unclear Reuters
June 14, 2026The nuclear challenge at the heart of Trump's Iran negotiations
US officials say the deal will lead to the destruction of Iran's enriched uranium, but details are still to be worked out.
June 13, 2026US-Iran deal scheduled to be signed on Sunday, says Trump
Before the US president's comments, Iran expressed caution about the exact timing.
June 13, 2026More than 50 Iranian military bases damaged in US strikes since start of war, satellite images show
Bases across Iran have been hit by US strikes, with experts identifying damage to jets and warships.
June 11, 2026Iran announces closure of Strait of Hormuz after US attacks - Reuters
Iran announces closure of Strait of Hormuz after US attacks Reuters
June 10, 2026Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon kill 17, reports say
Nine of them were killed in a series of attacks in the town of Tayr Debba, according to Lebanon's state news agency.
June 10, 2026Bowen: Trump and Netanyahu wanted to reshape the Middle East - now they risk a permacrisis
The US and Israeli leaders have lost control of the consequences after miscalculating the Iran war.
June 9, 2026Israeli air strikes hit Lebanese city of Tyre despite Iranian warning to stop attacks
Iran warned Israel on Monday that it could resume hostilities if attacks on its Lebanese ally Hezbollah do not stop.
June 9, 2026Israel and Iran flare-up tests Trump's grip and could strengthen Tehran's negotiating hand
The web of fractious alliances and dysfunctional ceasefires shows how destabilised the region remains.
June 8, 2026Watch: Trump tells BBC Netanyahu did not defy him
In a call with the US president, the BBC’s Sarah Smith asked Trump about the war in Iran and his relationship with the Israeli leader.
June 8, 2026Trump warned Netanyahu against renewed Iran war, Axios reports - Reuters
Trump warned Netanyahu against renewed Iran war, Axios reports Reuters
June 8, 2026Has Trump lost control of the Iran war?
For the first time since the start of a precarious ceasefire two months ago, Israel and Iran have traded missile strikes.
June 8, 2026Iran and Israel say they have halted strikes after first exchange of fire since truce
Iran launched about 30 missiles at Israel following a strike in Lebanon, while Israel carried out two waves of air strikes in Iran.
June 8, 2026Israel hits Iran petrochemical plant in new strikes despite Trump reprimand - Reuters
Israel hits Iran petrochemical plant in new strikes despite Trump reprimand Reuters
June 8, 2026Asia markets brace for selling after tech rout hits Wall Street - Reuters
Asia markets brace for selling after tech rout hits Wall Street Reuters
June 7, 2026Oil prices rise more than $2 on Israel strikes on Lebanon - Reuters
Oil prices rise more than $2 on Israel strikes on Lebanon Reuters
June 7, 2026Israel strikes Beirut suburb days after US-brokered truce
Israel says the attacks on the Lebanese capital were ordered "in response to Hezbollah's firing at Israeli territory".
June 7, 2026Trump says he would not unfreeze Iran's assets before peace deal is done - Reuters
Trump says he would not unfreeze Iran's assets before peace deal is done Reuters
June 7, 2026Israel strikes south Lebanon after stepping back from Beirut attack - Reuters
Israel strikes south Lebanon after stepping back from Beirut attack Reuters
June 2, 2026Israel strikes southern Lebanon but partial truce with Hezbollah appears to hold
Israel continues its campaign in the south, though has not struck Beirut after a deal announced by the US.
June 2, 2026Netanyahu faces criticism after Trump halts Israeli strikes on Beirut - Reuters
Netanyahu faces criticism after Trump halts Israeli strikes on Beirut Reuters
June 2, 2026Iran warns Israeli attacks in Lebanon threaten ceasefire with US
Earlier Israel's PM ordered strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs in response to Hezbollah rocket and drone attacks on northern Israel.
June 1, 2026Trump says no Israeli troops will go to Beirut after call with Netanyahu - Reuters
Trump says no Israeli troops will go to Beirut after call with Netanyahu Reuters
June 1, 2026Israel PM orders strikes on Beirut suburbs as Hezbollah conflict escalates
Benjamin Netanyahu says the Hezbollah stronghold of Dahieh will be targeted in response to attacks on Israeli civilians.
June 1, 2026Israel 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.
May 28, 2026Israel strikes Beirut for first time since Hezbollah ceasefire
Israel says it targeted a senior Hezbollah figure in the capital, the first strike of its kind since mid-April.
May 6, 2026Israel strikes Beirut for the first time since the ceasefire - Reuters
Israel strikes Beirut for the first time since the ceasefire Reuters
May 6, 2026Watch: The Lebanese neighbourhoods shattered by Israel's ten minute bombing raid
The BBC’s Nawal Al-Maghafi has been piecing together what happened on 8 April 2026, after one of the deadliest chapters in the country’s recent history.
May 6, 2026Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire as Trump seeks 'best deal' with Iran - Reuters
Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire as Trump seeks 'best deal' with Iran Reuters
April 24, 2026Lebanon accuses Israel of targeting journalist killed in air strike
Lebanon's prime minister accused Israel of war crimes after IDF attacks on Red Cross vehicles also stopped rescuers from reaching the site.
April 23, 2026HSBC downgrades India to 'underweight' as oil shock clouds earnings recovery - Reuters
HSBC downgrades India to 'underweight' as oil shock clouds earnings recovery Reuters
April 23, 2026Lebanon president says ceasefire should move to permanent agreements - Reuters
Lebanon president says ceasefire should move to permanent agreements Reuters
April 17, 2026Still in shock, Beirut tries to heal after deadly Israeli attacks
BBC Middle East Correspondent Hugo Bachega hears from people affected by this week's attacks.
April 11, 2026Lebanon and Israel officials to meet in US on Tuesday
A senior Lebanese official earlier told the BBC that Lebanon would only take part in talks if a ceasefire was in place.
April 10, 2026The five big sticking points in US-Iran talks
Peace talks between the US and Iran are due to begin in Pakistan on Saturday.
April 10, 2026World Food Programme warns Lebanon facing food security crisis due to Iran war - Reuters
World Food Programme warns Lebanon facing food security crisis due to Iran war Reuters
April 10, 2026US-Iran ceasefire deal shows strain ahead of talks with oil flows squeezed - Reuters
US-Iran ceasefire deal shows strain ahead of talks with oil flows squeezed Reuters
April 10, 2026Israel to hold direct talks with Lebanon but no ceasefire, Netanyahu says
Lebanese officials had called for a ceasefire before talks begin.
April 9, 2026UK's Starmer says Iran conflict shows Britain must take a new path - Reuters
UK's Starmer says Iran conflict shows Britain must take a new path Reuters
April 9, 2026Lebanon thought there was a ceasefire - then Israel unleashed deadly blitz
Israel says Lebanon is not included in the ceasefire the US agreed to halt the war with Iran.
April 9, 2026Israeli strikes in Lebanon 'grave violation' of ceasefire, Iran minister tells BBC
Iran's deputy foreign minister says the US must choose between 'war and ceasefire'.
April 9, 2026Al Jazeera condemns killing of journalist in Israeli strike in Gaza
The Israeli military claims Mohammed Wishah was a "Hamas terrorist" - which the Qatar-based network has previously denied.
April 9, 2026Lebanon strikes, peace talks and the 'Ketamine Queen' - Reuters
Lebanon strikes, peace talks and the 'Ketamine Queen' Reuters
April 9, 2026Israeli military says it has killed nephew of Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem - Reuters
Israeli military says it has killed nephew of Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem Reuters
April 9, 2026Israeli military says it has killed Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem - Reuters
Israeli military says it has killed Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem Reuters
April 9, 2026UK to call for toll-free Strait of Hormuz, wants Lebanon in ceasefire deal - Reuters
UK to call for toll-free Strait of Hormuz, wants Lebanon in ceasefire deal Reuters
April 9, 2026UN condemns Israeli strikes on Lebanon, calls casualty reports 'appalling' - Reuters
UN condemns Israeli strikes on Lebanon, calls casualty reports 'appalling' Reuters
April 8, 2026US did not agree that ceasefire would cover Lebanon, Vance says - Reuters
US did not agree that ceasefire would cover Lebanon, Vance says Reuters
April 8, 2026Explainer: US-Iran ceasefire: what we know - Reuters
Explainer: US-Iran ceasefire: what we know Reuters
April 8, 2026US military says it's ready to resume Iran fighting if diplomacy fails - Reuters
US military says it's ready to resume Iran fighting if diplomacy fails Reuters
April 8, 2026Israel carries out large wave of air strikes across Lebanon
Attacks hit the southern suburbs of Beirut, southern Lebanon and the eastern Bekaa Valley hours after a US-Iran ceasefire was announced.
April 8, 2026Israeli military launches largest strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon - Reuters
Israeli military launches largest strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon Reuters
April 8, 2026Watch: When will fuel prices go down?
The BBC's Nick Marsh takes a look at whether fuel costs will get cheaper now the US and Iran have agreed a ceasefire.
April 8, 2026Watch: Iranians gather in Tehran following ceasefire announcement
Pro-government demonstrators poured onto the streets of the Iranian capital after the announcement of the two-week conditional ceasefire between the US and Iran.
April 8, 2026Hezbollah pauses attacks under US-Iran ceasefire, sources close to group say - Reuters
Hezbollah pauses attacks under US-Iran ceasefire, sources close to group say Reuters
April 8, 2026What we know about the two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran
The provisional truce comes more than a month after the US and Israel launched coordinated attacks on Iran.
April 8, 2026Mum of twins who says home was bombed in Lebanon speaks to BBC
More than one million people in Lebanon have been displaced since the start of the war as Israel expands its ground operation there.
April 7, 2026Trump says Tuesday deadline to make a deal with Iran is final - Reuters
Trump says Tuesday deadline to make a deal with Iran is final Reuters
April 6, 2026Israeli strike kills Christian party official in Lebanon, widening divisions over Hezbollah - Reuters
Israeli strike kills Christian party official in Lebanon, widening divisions over Hezbollah Reuters
April 6, 2026Trump issues expletive-laden threat to Iran over Hormuz Strait blockage
The US president says he will destroy Iranian power plants and bridges if the vital waterway is not reopened.
April 6, 2026'We are at the edge of a battlefield': BBC reports near Strait of Hormuz
The BBC's Orla Guerin travels to the edge of the critical waterway that Iran has put a stranglehold on.
April 5, 2026Lebanese army says soldier killed in Israeli attack in southern Lebanon - Reuters
Lebanese army says soldier killed in Israeli attack in southern Lebanon Reuters
April 5, 2026US pilot missing as Iran says it never ruled out talks - reuters.com
US pilot missing as Iran says it never ruled out talks reuters.com
April 4, 2026Downed planes spell new peril for Trump as Tehran hunts missing US pilot - reuters.com
Downed planes spell new peril for Trump as Tehran hunts missing US pilot reuters.com
April 4, 2026US warns its citizens to leave Lebanon citing escalating security risks
The advisory follows recent military developments, including a US jet reportedly being shot down and Israeli strikes on parts of Beirut.
April 3, 2026Israel strikes Beirut, US warns Iran may hit Lebanese universities - Reuters
Israel strikes Beirut, US warns Iran may hit Lebanese universities Reuters
April 3, 2026In prime-time address, Trump tells wary public Iran goals nearly achieved - Reuters
In prime-time address, Trump tells wary public Iran goals nearly achieved Reuters
April 1, 2026Israel intensifies Lebanon attacks and hits areas not in Hezbollah's control
Attacks have continued as Israel has announced its intention to control swathes of south Lebanon.
April 1, 2026Oil briefly falls below $100 and shares jump on Trump Iran war pledge
European stock markets opened higher after the US president said the conflict would "end very soon".
April 1, 2026World markets rocket higher on optimism Iran war could end soon - Reuters
World markets rocket higher on optimism Iran war could end soon Reuters
April 1, 2026Trump says the US could end the Iran war in two to three weeks - Reuters
Trump says the US could end the Iran war in two to three weeks Reuters
March 31, 2026Israel says it will keep control over part of southern Lebanon after war with Hezbollah ends
Defence Minister Israel Katz also says houses in Lebanese villages near the Israeli border will be demolished.
March 31, 2026Two Indonesian UN peacekeepers killed in explosion in Lebanon
It is the second fatal incident in the last 24 hours, Unifil says, after Israel expanded its operation against Hezbollah.
March 30, 2026How the US could try to seize Iran's Kharg Island
Donald Trump has indicated he could send troops to take control of Iran's key oil export terminal.
March 30, 2026Egypt's Sisi says only Trump can stop war, warns oil could top $200 - Reuters
Egypt's Sisi says only Trump can stop war, warns oil could top $200 Reuters
March 30, 2026Hundreds in Beirut mourn journalists killed in Israeli strike
BBC reports from the funerals of three journalists killed by a targeted attack in southern Lebanon.
March 29, 2026Three Lebanese journalists killed in Israeli strike, say broadcasters
The Israeli military confirms it killed Ali Shoeib from the Hezbollah-affiliated Al Manar TV.
March 28, 2026Iran's president says trust needed for talks, Pakistan prime minister's office says - Reuters
Iran's president says trust needed for talks, Pakistan prime minister's office says Reuters
March 28, 2026'Our home is gone': BBC speaks to displaced families in Lebanon
The BBC's Hugo Bachega speaks to families in Beirut as more than a million people have been displaced in Lebanon.
March 28, 2026Yemen's Houthis strike at Israel as attacks on Iran continue - reuters.com
Yemen's Houthis strike at Israel as attacks on Iran continue reuters.com
March 28, 2026Twelve US troops wounded in Iran strike on base in Saudi Arabia, US official says - Reuters
Twelve US troops wounded in Iran strike on base in Saudi Arabia, US official says Reuters
March 27, 2026One month in, what do American conservatives make of the war in Iran?
Attendees at the annual CPAC conference in Texas are conflicted about Operation Epic Fury, which was launched by the US and Israel on 28 February.
March 27, 2026Why is it so hard to pass through the Strait of Hormuz?
Paul Adams explains why it is so dangerous to navigate the strait, one of the world's busiest oil shipping channels.
March 27, 2026Oil price falls as Trump talks up Iran peace negotiations
Tehran has rejected claims of talks, with one official questioning the US's diplomatic credibility.
March 25, 2026Iran's military rejects Trump's talk of negotiation, Israel and Iran launch airstrikes - Reuters
Iran's military rejects Trump's talk of negotiation, Israel and Iran launch airstrikes Reuters
March 25, 2026Watch: Inside a Palestinian home attacked by settlers
Violence began after a teenage settler was killed, reportedly after being hit by a vehicle driven by a Palestinian.
March 23, 2026Israel to expand ground and air attacks against Hezbollah in Lebanon
There are fears in Lebanon that Israel is preparing for a large-scale ground invasion.
March 22, 2026'A direct hit' - BBC visits Israeli town after Iranian strike
The BBC's Sebastian Usher reports from Dimona in southern Israel, which was hit by an Iranian missile.
March 22, 2026Israel, Iran trade attacks as US sends Marines to Middle East - Reuters
Israel, Iran trade attacks as US sends Marines to Middle East Reuters
March 21, 2026Iran targeted but did not hit Diego Garcia base with missiles, WSJ reports - Reuters
Iran targeted but did not hit Diego Garcia base with missiles, WSJ reports Reuters
March 21, 2026Israeli military says it is striking Hezbollah targets in Beirut - Reuters
Israeli military says it is striking Hezbollah targets in Beirut Reuters
March 21, 2026Trump says US getting close to meeting objectives in Iran war - Reuters
Trump says US getting close to meeting objectives in Iran war Reuters
March 20, 2026Trump says Israel won't attack Iran gas field again after it 'violently lashed out' - Reuters
Trump says Israel won't attack Iran gas field again after it 'violently lashed out' Reuters
March 19, 2026Oil nears $110 a barrel after gas field strike
Iran's military warned it would take "decisive action" in response to the strike on its energy infrastructure.
March 18, 2026Israel destroys river bridges in southern Lebanon
The health ministry says that 968 people, including more than 100 children, have been killed since 2 March.
March 18, 2026Iran confirms security chief Ali Larijani killed, Iranian media reports - Reuters
Iran confirms security chief Ali Larijani killed, Iranian media reports Reuters
March 17, 2026Iran renews attacks on US Gulf allies, Trump says that was not expected - Reuters
Iran renews attacks on US Gulf allies, Trump says that was not expected Reuters
March 17, 2026Gulf states press US to neutralise Iran for good as Hormuz crisis deepens - Reuters
Gulf states press US to neutralise Iran for good as Hormuz crisis deepens Reuters
March 16, 2026Trump warns NATO, presses China to help reopen Strait of Hormuz, FT reports - Reuters
Trump warns NATO, presses China to help reopen Strait of Hormuz, FT reports Reuters
March 16, 2026Michigan synagogue attacker's brother was Hezbollah commander, IDF says
US officials previously said the man accused of ramming a truck full of explosives into a synagogue had recently lost family in Lebanon.
March 15, 2026BBC visits aftermath of Israeli strike on Lebanon that killed family as IDF targets Hezbollah
A relative tells BBC those killed were civilians and not Hezbollah operatives, but the Israel Defence Forces says it was targeting "terrorist infrastructure".
March 14, 2026Gazans urged to shelter as sandstorm turns skies orange
Displaced Palestinians were told to secure their tents to prevent them being blown away as a storm swept through the enclave.
March 14, 2026UN seeks $308 million for Lebanon as war displaces 800,000 people - Reuters
UN seeks $308 million for Lebanon as war displaces 800,000 people Reuters
March 13, 2026Emirati minister tells BBC Iran must end strikes on Gulf
The UAE says more than 1,800 drones and missiles have been projected at the country since the war began.
March 12, 2026Russia's Rosatom says it will stay in Iran despite war - Reuters
Russia's Rosatom says it will stay in Iran despite war Reuters
March 12, 2026Sea drones target oil tankers in the Middle East as conflict risks widen - Reuters
Sea drones target oil tankers in the Middle East as conflict risks widen Reuters
March 11, 2026Trump says he is not worried about Iran-backed attacks on US soil - Reuters
Trump says he is not worried about Iran-backed attacks on US soil Reuters
March 11, 2026UN warns global aid at risk as Middle East war spreads - Reuters
UN warns global aid at risk as Middle East war spreads Reuters
March 11, 2026War expands to central Beirut as Israeli strike kills Iranians in luxury hotel
Israel's military says it targeted Quds Force operatives after a return to war with Lebanon's Hezbollah movement, but Iran says they were diplomats.
March 10, 2026BBC visits key Dubai port in Iran's firing line
Trade at the Middle East's biggest port has been hit hard since Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz began.
March 10, 2026Tuesday will be most intense day of strikes on Iran, Hegseth says - Reuters
Tuesday will be most intense day of strikes on Iran, Hegseth says Reuters
March 10, 2026Lebanon calls for talks with Israel on plan to end Hezbollah conflict
President Aoun outlines a path towards "permanent security and stability", as Israeli strikes targeting Hezbollah continue.
March 10, 2026Human Rights Watch says that Israel has been illegally using white phosphorus in Lebanon - Reuters
Human Rights Watch says that Israel has been illegally using white phosphorus in Lebanon Reuters
March 10, 2026Almost 700,000 displaced, 84 children killed after Israeli strikes on Lebanon, UN agencies say - Reuters
Almost 700,000 displaced, 84 children killed after Israeli strikes on Lebanon, UN agencies say Reuters
March 10, 2026Trump says war against Iran is 'very complete,' CBS News reports - Reuters
Trump says war against Iran is 'very complete,' CBS News reports Reuters
March 9, 2026Oil prices surge above $110 and shares slide over Iran war
Major disruption to energy supplies threatens to push up prices for consumers and businesses around the world.
March 9, 2026Pope Leo urges end to bombing, calls for dialogue amid Iran, Middle East violence - Reuters
Pope Leo urges end to bombing, calls for dialogue amid Iran, Middle East violence Reuters
March 8, 2026UK does not 'agree with Trump on every issue' - Cooper
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has hit back at President Trump's criticism of the UK response to the conflict in Iran.
March 8, 2026Watch: Huge flames in Tehran after air strikes on oil depots
Social media footage shows flames leaping into the air and plumes of smoke above the city's skyline.
March 8, 2026Four killed in Beirut hotel strike, Israel says it targeted Iranian commanders - Reuters
Four killed in Beirut hotel strike, Israel says it targeted Iranian commanders Reuters
March 8, 2026As Iran's retaliation began, US officials scrambled to arrange evacuations - Reuters
As Iran's retaliation began, US officials scrambled to arrange evacuations Reuters
March 7, 2026Thousands of Americans evacuated from Middle East on charter flights, State Department says - Reuters
Thousands of Americans evacuated from Middle East on charter flights, State Department says Reuters
March 7, 2026Trump says Iran will be 'hit very hard' on Saturday - Reuters
Trump says Iran will be 'hit very hard' on Saturday Reuters
March 7, 2026Refugees, migrants in Lebanon find rare sanctuary from Israeli strikes in Beirut church - Reuters
Refugees, migrants in Lebanon find rare sanctuary from Israeli strikes in Beirut church Reuters
March 7, 2026Trump demands 'unconditional surrender' as Iran war enters second week - Reuters
Trump demands 'unconditional surrender' as Iran war enters second week Reuters
March 7, 2026Trump demands 'unconditional surrender' from Iran as Putin speaks with Iran's president
The president also calls on Tehran to pick new leaders who are "acceptable" to the White House after six days of war.
March 7, 2026As war spreads, airline pilots contend with drones, missiles - and stress - Reuters
As war spreads, airline pilots contend with drones, missiles - and stress Reuters
March 7, 2026Hezbollah saw new war with Israel as inevitable and rearmed for months, sources say - Reuters
Hezbollah saw new war with Israel as inevitable and rearmed for months, sources say Reuters
March 6, 2026Beirut evacuees 'sleeping in tents and cars'
Some residents in the Beirut suburb of Dahieh have left their homes amid ongoing air strikes by Israel.
March 6, 2026Flight paths squeezed as Iran conflict closes more airspace
A drone attack on Azerbaijan has narrowed choices for airlines scrambling to respond to disruption in the Gulf.
March 6, 2026Watch: How war in Iran may affect food and fuel prices
The BBC's Nick Marsh examines how unrest in the Middle East will impact living costs around the world.
March 6, 2026UN official says 100,000 Lebanese are in shelters after unprecedented Israeli warnings - Reuters
UN official says 100,000 Lebanese are in shelters after unprecedented Israeli warnings Reuters
March 6, 2026Israeli evacuation order for Beirut's southern suburbs sparks panic
Huge traffic jams form after the unprecedented warning for people to leave the Hezbollah stronghold, as Israel steps up its strikes across Lebanon.
March 5, 2026Iran postpones Khamenei funeral as US-Israeli bombardment continues
An official says more preparations are needed for the three-day ceremony in Tehran, where the supreme leader will lie in state.
March 4, 2026US sub sinks Iranian warship in Indian Ocean, Hegseth says
Sri Lanka's navy says around 140 people are feared missing after a military vessel went down off its southern coast.
March 4, 2026Israel tells people in large parts of southern Lebanon to leave ahead of attacks
Civilians are being displaced, taking shelter in tents, parks and cars, as Israel retaliates to Hezbollah rocket attack.
March 4, 2026Iran intelligence operatives signalled openness to talks with CIA to end war, NYT reports - Reuters
Iran intelligence operatives signalled openness to talks with CIA to end war, NYT reports Reuters
March 4, 2026Indian rupee may slide past 92 to record low as Mideast war fires up oil prices - Reuters
Indian rupee may slide past 92 to record low as Mideast war fires up oil prices Reuters
March 4, 2026US citizens in the Middle East face 'mayhem' trying to get home
Grounded flights, nights in airports, and no clear guidance. American travellers say they desperately want to get home, but can't.
March 4, 2026Trump says he ordered strike on Iran over attack fears - Reuters
Trump says he ordered strike on Iran over attack fears Reuters
March 3, 2026China's foreign minister tells Israeli counterpart that attacks on Iran must end - Reuters
China's foreign minister tells Israeli counterpart that attacks on Iran must end Reuters
March 3, 2026US says it is facilitating Mideast charter flights for Americans amid criticism over Iran - Reuters
US says it is facilitating Mideast charter flights for Americans amid criticism over Iran Reuters
March 3, 2026US nationals urged to leave Middle East as conflict spreads
The US State Department says Americans should "depart now via commercial means" as strikes continue.
March 3, 2026Qatar smelter shutdown exacerbates Iran war aluminium fears - Reuters
Qatar smelter shutdown exacerbates Iran war aluminium fears Reuters
March 3, 2026In maps: Strikes across Iran and the Middle East
Israel has launched an invasion into Lebanon, while the US embassy in Riyadh was hit by a pair of drones overnight.
March 3, 2026Lebanon sucked deeper into war as Hezbollah, Israel trade blows - Reuters
Lebanon sucked deeper into war as Hezbollah, Israel trade blows Reuters
March 3, 2026Netanyahu says US-Israel war on Iran 'not going to take years' - Reuters
Netanyahu says US-Israel war on Iran 'not going to take years' Reuters
March 3, 2026Netanyahu says war against Iran may take 'some time', but not years - Reuters
Netanyahu says war against Iran may take 'some time', but not years Reuters
March 3, 2026Israel strikes Lebanon after Hezbollah rocket fire as Iran conflict widens
Lebanese officials say 52 people were killed by Israeli strikes, while there are no reports of casualties in Israel.
March 2, 2026Lebanese prime minister says Lebanon will ban Hezbollah's military activities - Reuters
Lebanese prime minister says Lebanon will ban Hezbollah's military activities Reuters
March 2, 2026Iran missiles brings war to Gulf doorstep; hardens support for US–Israel campaign - Reuters
Iran missiles brings war to Gulf doorstep; hardens support for US–Israel campaign Reuters
February 28, 2026Exclusive: Prior to Iran attacks, CIA assessed Khamenei could be replaced by hardline IRGC elements if killed, sources say - Reuters
Exclusive: Prior to Iran attacks, CIA assessed Khamenei could be replaced by hardline IRGC elements if killed, sources say Reuters
February 28, 2026What we know about the joint US-Israel attack on Iran
Iran has retaliated with a missile barrage towards Israel, while explosions have been heard in Qatar, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
February 28, 2026Iran says it has hit US base in Bahrain, as it launches strikes across region
Huge plumes of black smoke were seen rising from an area near the headquarters of the US Navy's Fifth Fleet in Manama, Bahrain.
February 28, 2026Trump 'not thrilled' with Iran after latest talks on nuclear programme
President Trump said he was not happy with Iran's stance, but had not yet decided whether to attack.
February 27, 2026Australia tells families of diplomats to leave Israel, Lebanon - Reuters
Australia tells families of diplomats to leave Israel, Lebanon Reuters
February 25, 2026Trump hits out at reports that top US general warned against attacking Iran
General Dan Caine has warned that strikes against Iran could be risky, potentially drawing the US into a prolonged conflict, US media report.
February 24, 2026Gold falls from three-week high on profit-booking, firm dollar - Reuters
Gold falls from three-week high on profit-booking, firm dollar Reuters
February 24, 2026Oil rises to near seven-month high on US–Iran tensions, trade policy - Reuters
Oil rises to near seven-month high on US–Iran tensions, trade policy Reuters
February 24, 2026Yen weakens as Asian markets reopen to renewed tariff turmoil - Reuters
Yen weakens as Asian markets reopen to renewed tariff turmoil Reuters
February 24, 2026French minister moves to block US envoy Kushner from government access
The minister says Charles Kushner, father of Trump's son-in-law Jared, had failed to explain US comments about violence in France.
February 23, 2026US partially evacuates Beirut embassy amid rising Iran tensions
The State Department has ordered non-essential staff to leave the embassy in Beirut after a security review.
February 23, 2026US pulling non-essential staff from embassy in Beirut amid Iran tensions - Reuters
US pulling non-essential staff from embassy in Beirut amid Iran tensions Reuters
February 23, 2026At least 10 killed in Israeli strikes on Lebanon - state media
A senior Hezbollah official was among those reported killed in air strikes on the Bekaa Valley and southern Lebanon.
February 21, 2026