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Fernandez will cost Man City more than £120m - Tuesday's gossip
Manchester City will need to pay more than £120m for Enzo Fernandez, Chelsea winger Pedro Neto has no shortage of suitors, Bruno Fernandes is offered a huge salary increase, plus more.
August 17, 2026Trump suggests new talks with Iran to begin on Monday
Tehran has not responded to the suggestion that new talks are imminent. Trump has previously said a negotiated end to the war is close, only for strikes to resume.
August 3, 2026PODCAST: New US tariffs, Trump's Saudi Arabia demand and AI ‘kill switch’ - Reuters
PODCAST: New US tariffs, Trump's Saudi Arabia demand and AI ‘kill switch’ Reuters
July 24, 2026Saudis must recognise Israel for nuclear deal, says Trump
The US president says the landmark agreement to help Saudis develop nuclear energy is dependent on it joining the Abraham Accords.
July 23, 2026Trump's nuclear deal with Saudis jettisons longstanding US demands
Past US presidents insisted that Saudi Arabia normalise relations with Israel in exchange for nuclear technology.
July 23, 2026US to announce deal allowing Saudi Arabia a nuclear programme, reports say
The agreement would fulfil a long-held Saudi ambition but could attract concern in Israel and from some US lawmakers.
July 22, 2026Trump to seek Congress approval for Saudi Arabia nuclear energy pact that lacks safeguards, sources say - Reuters
Trump to seek Congress approval for Saudi Arabia nuclear energy pact that lacks safeguards, sources say Reuters
July 22, 2026Riyadh Air studies orders for 25-30 Boeing 787s and more Airbus, sources say - Reuters
Riyadh Air studies orders for 25-30 Boeing 787s and more Airbus, sources say Reuters
July 13, 2026How Esports World Cup moved from Saudi Arabia to Paris in 8 weeks
The Esports World Cup gets going in Paris after a last-minute move from Saudi Arabia. Is it any less controversial?
July 8, 2026Fury-Joshua timing must suit America - Alalshikh
A potential heavyweight fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will only take place at Wembley Stadium if local authorities agree to a later-than-usual start time, says boxing powerbroker Turki Alalshikh.
July 6, 2026Ex-Spurs boss Postecoglou takes over at Ronaldo's Al-Nassr
Former Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou is appointed as head coach of Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League - where he will manage Cristiano Ronaldo.
July 3, 2026Saudi-backed Riyadh Air wins approval to operate US flights - Reuters
Saudi-backed Riyadh Air wins approval to operate US flights Reuters
June 16, 2026Morocco expose Brazil flaws but settle for draw in World Cup heavyweight clash - Reuters
Morocco expose Brazil flaws but settle for draw in World Cup heavyweight clash Reuters
June 14, 2026Pilots' union calls strikes at Lufthansa on April 13, 14 - Reuters
Pilots' union calls strikes at Lufthansa on April 13, 14 Reuters
April 11, 2026How Pakistan helped secure a fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran
Pakistan has a historic relationship with Iran, but an agreement was far from certain, writes the BBC’s Caroline Davies
April 8, 2026Under airstrikes, Iran defiant on eve of Trump's ceasefire deadline - Reuters
Under airstrikes, Iran defiant on eve of Trump's ceasefire deadline Reuters
April 7, 2026Rules of war must be respected in words and action, ICRC president says - Reuters
Rules of war must be respected in words and action, ICRC president says Reuters
April 6, 2026Paramount in talks for Gulf backing in Warner takeover, WSJ reports - Reuters
Paramount in talks for Gulf backing in Warner takeover, WSJ reports Reuters
April 5, 2026Trump threatens to strike Iran's bridges and electric power plants - reuters.com
Trump threatens to strike Iran's bridges and electric power plants reuters.com
April 3, 2026Zelensky says allies asked him to scale back attacks on Russian energy
Ukraine's president says partners asked if the attacks could be "reduced" as prices soar due to the Iran war.
March 30, 2026Thousands of US Army paratroopers arrive in Middle East as buildup intensifies - Reuters
Thousands of US Army paratroopers arrive in Middle East as buildup intensifies Reuters
March 30, 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, 2026Zelensky visits Saudi Arabia after offering Ukraine's drone expertise
There is renewed urgency for Ukraine to get a drone deal done, as the US increasingly focuses on Iran.
March 26, 2026Saudi intercepts four ballistic missiles launched towards Riyadh ahead of foreign ministers' meeting - Reuters
Saudi intercepts four ballistic missiles launched towards Riyadh ahead of foreign ministers' meeting Reuters
March 18, 2026The women bringing chess into the 21st Century - with 'bullet' matches and viral videos
Women content creators are helping chess shake its image as an "old man's game" and bring it into the digital age.
March 15, 2026Ukraine sends drone experts to three countries in Middle East, Zelenskiy says - Reuters
Ukraine sends drone experts to three countries in Middle East, Zelenskiy says Reuters
March 10, 2026Iran war deals double blow to Indian airlines already hit by Pakistan airspace ban - Reuters
Iran war deals double blow to Indian airlines already hit by Pakistan airspace ban Reuters
March 10, 2026Iran says oil blockade will continue until attacks end, Trump threatens to escalate strikes - Reuters
Iran says oil blockade will continue until attacks end, Trump threatens to escalate strikes Reuters
March 10, 2026Iran bets on endurance, energy disruption to outlast US, Israel - Reuters
Iran bets on endurance, energy disruption to outlast US, Israel Reuters
March 10, 2026Iran’s supreme leader, oil and lunar hummus - Reuters
Iran’s supreme leader, oil and lunar hummus Reuters
March 8, 2026Saudi extends rally on energy-led gains; Qatar slips - Reuters
Saudi extends rally on energy-led gains; Qatar slips Reuters
March 8, 2026Australia weighing requests for assistance from countries attacked by Iran - Reuters
Australia weighing requests for assistance from countries attacked by Iran Reuters
March 8, 2026Exclusive: Saudi has told Iran not to attack it, warns of possible retaliation, sources say - Reuters
Exclusive: Saudi has told Iran not to attack it, warns of possible retaliation, sources say Reuters
March 7, 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, 2026Iran will continue to defend itself against aggression, ambassador to UK says
Seyed Ali Mousavi tells Laura Kuenssberg Iran's response depends on the actions of the US and Israel.
March 7, 2026Iran war threatens a prolonged hit to global energy markets - Reuters
Iran war threatens a prolonged hit to global energy markets Reuters
March 7, 2026We've been speaking to Iranians during one week of war. Here's what they said
Ordinary Iranians reflect on seven days of conflict and where they see their country going next.
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, 2026AI-generated Iran war videos surge as creators use new tech to cash in
The US-Israel war with Iran is being monetised by online creators with AI-generated misinformation.
March 7, 2026Iran conflict boosts U.S. Gulf oil prices to highest since 2020 - Reuters
Iran conflict boosts U.S. Gulf oil prices to highest since 2020 Reuters
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, 2026How depleted weapons stockpiles could affect the Iran conflict
Weapons stocks will not alone decide the outcome of this conflict, but it's certainly a significant factor, writes the BBC's Jonathan Beale.
March 4, 2026US Senate to vote on Trump's war powers as Iran conflict continues
The measure, which is not expected to pass, would require the withdrawal of US forces from the operation until approved by Congress.
March 4, 2026Remote work, offices shut: Tech giants scramble to respond as Iran war escalates
The region has been positioning itself as an AI hub, following billions of dollars in investment by tech giants.
March 4, 2026Turkey says NATO defences destroyed incoming Iran missile - Reuters
Turkey says NATO defences destroyed incoming Iran missile 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, 2026CIA station in Saudi Arabia struck by suspected Iranian drone, source says - Reuters
CIA station in Saudi Arabia struck by suspected Iranian drone, source says Reuters
March 3, 2026Authorities put down limited fire in vicinity of US consulate in Dubai after drone strike, media office says - Reuters
Authorities put down limited fire in vicinity of US consulate in Dubai after drone strike, media office says Reuters
March 3, 2026Iran conflict threatens Gulf tourism, undermining years of investment - Reuters
Iran conflict threatens Gulf tourism, undermining years of investment 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, 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, 2026Attack on Iran could buoy Trump in talks with China's Xi - Reuters
Attack on Iran could buoy Trump in talks with China's Xi 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, 2026Gold falls 4% as strong dollar and higher rate bets undercut safe-haven demand - Reuters
Gold falls 4% as strong dollar and higher rate bets undercut safe-haven demand Reuters
March 3, 2026US embassy in Riyadh hit by drones, Saudi defence ministry says - Reuters
US embassy in Riyadh hit by drones, Saudi defence ministry says Reuters
March 3, 2026Allies of US in the Gulf bear brunt of Iran attacks
Iran's attacks on Gulf Arab states suggest the Islamic Republic is targeting not just the US military but also civilian infrastructure.
March 1, 2026Iran retaliation raises questions about US air defences
Iran's strike on US Navy base in Bahrain will worry Washington and its allies in the region.
February 28, 2026How the world has reacted to US and Israeli strikes on Iran
World leaders have been giving their responses to the attacks on several Iranian cities and Tehran's retaliation.
February 28, 2026Iran's revolutionary guards tell ships passage through Strait of Hormuz 'not allowed', EU naval mission official says - Reuters
Iran's revolutionary guards tell ships passage through Strait of Hormuz 'not allowed', EU naval mission official says 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, 2026US and Israel launch "pre-emptive" attack against Iran - Reuters
US and Israel launch "pre-emptive" attack against Iran Reuters
February 28, 2026Satellite images show more aircraft at Saudi airbase used by US forces - Reuters
Satellite images show more aircraft at Saudi airbase used by US forces Reuters
February 27, 2026