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Britain helps French navy seize Russian 'shadow fleet' tanker

UK forces helped the French navy intercept an oil tanker under international sanctions that was coming from Russia, alleged to be part of its shadow fleet.

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Djokovic knocked out of French Open by Brazilian teenager

Novak Djokovic's hopes of a 25th Grand Slam title have been set back after a shock defeat to Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca at the French Open.

'Unwell' Sinner slumps to shock defeat in French Open second round

Jannik Sinner has slumped to a shock defeat in the second round of the French Open after becoming unwell on court.

France bans Israeli minister over 'unspeakable' video

France has banned Israel&#8217;s national security minister, Itamar Ben-Gvir, after he shared video of himself taunting activists from a flotilla to Gaza.

Unrest in Bolivia as protests cause widespread disruption and force cabinet reshuffle

International concern has been growing following weeks of nationwide protests in Bolivia - with the country's president saying he will reshuffle his cabinet in response to the unrest.&#160;

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Police thwart suspected bomb attack outside Bank of America building in Paris

French police have thwarted a suspected bomb attack outside a Bank of America building in Paris, and detained a person, authorities say.

The Royal Navy's destroyer will arrive too late for Cyprus - the French are already here

Twice, the air raid sirens sounded around RAF Akrotiri in Cyprus this afternoon. We were rushed inside as soldiers lay on the floor in body armour. It was over quickly.

Macron says France must be 'feared' as he announces increase in nuclear arsenal

Emmanuel Macron has announced France will increase its nuclear arsenal - claiming that France needs to be "feared" on the world stage.&#160;

A single Iranian missile penetrating US defences could throw Trump off course

Vows by Iran to punish the US and Israel for killing its supreme leader and starting a war have yet to translate into decisive military action despite the first American casualties.

'Russian shadow fleet' tanker seized in Belgian-French North Sea raid

An oil tanker suspected of belonging to the Russian shadow fleet has been seized in the North Sea in a joint Belgian-French operation.

France's row with US ambassador heats up after meeting no-show

A row between Emmanuel Macron's government and the US ambassador to Paris has deepened after the American envoy ignored a summons to meet the French foreign minister.

Thousands march after killing of far-right activist in France

Some 3,000 people joined a march in France on Saturday after the killing of a far-right activist in an incident that shocked the nation.

Starmer to claim 'lamps would go out across Europe' under Reform UK or Greens

Sir Keir Starmer will accuse parties like Reform UK and the Greens of being "soft on Russia", "weak on NATO" and more likely to leave the nation divided and defeated.

Storm Nils kills two in France - as hundreds of thousands still without power

Storm Nils has killed two people in France, with around 450,000 people still without power as of Friday morning.&#160;

France to urge 29-year-olds to have a baby before it's too late

All 29-year-old French citizens are to be encouraged by their government to have babies while they still can.

French investigators raid Paris offices of Elon Musk's X

Investigators have raided the Paris offices of Elon Musk's social media site X, formerly known as Twitter.

'Talk to me, Goose': Starmer teases Macron with Top Gun mock up

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer poked fun at his French counterpart on Tuesday - by putting on a pair of sunglasses at an event before saying, "bonjour".&#160;

What Trump tariff threat could mean for Europe's economies

"A trade war is in no one's interest".

Unleashing Europe's most powerful trade weapon on the US was previously unthinkable - not anymore

The mood in Brussels is a mixture of determination and deep concern.

Trump is not bluffing, Greenland situation is critical for Europe and NATO

"The situation is critical&#8230;"&#160;Those are the four words a top European diplomat&#160;chose when we discussed Donald Trump's position on Greenland.

Trump is not bluffing, Greenland situation is critical for the EU and NATO

"The situation is critical&#8230;"&#160;Those are the four words a top European diplomat&#160;chose when we discussed Donald Trump's position on Greenland.

'It's a massacre': Iranian rapper describes 'bodies on streets' left as a warning to protesters

An Iranian rapper who took part in the country's protests has described "a massacre on the streets", suggesting foreign forces have been brought in to stamp out the protests.

Backlash after Trump threatens UK and other EU countries with tariffs over Greenland purchase

Donald Trump has sparked a strong backlash after saying he will impose tariffs on eight European countries - including the UK - until the US is allowed to purchase Greenland.

Ugandan long-time president wins election amid opposition claims of 'ballot stuffing'

Uganda's long-time leader Yoweri Museveni has won the country's presidential election, officials say, amid claims by the main opposition leader of "massive ballot stuffing".

Gaza's four layers of governance - and where Sir Tony Blair fits in

Like so much of the politics in the Middle East, the new governance structure for Gaza is complicated and contentious.

Italy's Meloni posts anime selfie - as Japan PM serenades her for birthday

Giorgia Meloni might have a new best friend in world politics after Japan's prime minister laid on cake and gifts - and even sang happy birthday to the Italian leader.

'Massacre' as Uganda election descends into deadly violence

At least seven people have been killed as Uganda's presidential election was engulfed by violence.

Ukrainians facing bitter cold of -15C after Russia's repeated strikes on energy supplies

Ukrainians are facing -15C with no power to warm them as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he would declare a state of emergency in the energy sector.

Iran's regime could fall, says Trump - as US president considers intervention

Donald Trump has said he believes Iran's regime could fall following weeks of unrest across the country, as the US president considers whether to intervene.

Denmark warns of 'fundamental disagreements' over Greenland after White House talks

The UK has deployed a military officer to Greenland as Denmark and its European allies seek to counter Donald Trump's threats to take the territory, after talks at the White House ended with "fundamental disagreement".

2025 was Earth's third hottest year

Planet Earth has just lived through its third-warmest year on record, EU scientists said on Wednesday.

How Russia is using 'disposable agents' to sabotage Europe

Russian spies are increasingly recruiting Ukrainians to carry out acts of sabotage in Europe to undermine NATO and attempt to turn public opinion against Ukraine, according to new research.

Iranian protester faces 'imminent' execution, claims human rights group

A 26-year-old protester faces "imminent" execution in Iran after he was arrested in connection with anti-regime demonstrations, a human rights group has said.

Number of Iranian dead passes 2,000 as protests continue

Footage posted today on social media shows protesters gathered on the streets of the city of Marvdasht in the southern Iranian Fars province, as a fire burns in the background.

Iranian ambassador summoned over country's response to protests

Yvette Cooper has confirmed the government has summoned the Iranian ambassador in a statement to the Commons.

Russian ship captain in court accused of 'grossly negligent' behaviour over North Sea crash

A Russian ship captain has been accused in court of "grossly negligent conduct" after a fatal collision with an oil tanker near the Humber Estuary last year.

Airports close and flights disrupted across Europe due to icy weather

Airports have been forced to close and flights have been disrupted in parts of Europe due to icy weather.

Number of people killed in Iran protests rises - as Trump makes tariff threat

Donald Trump has announced fresh tariffs on Iran's trading partners in an apparent response to the rising number of people killed during recent protests.

Iran's rulers are more exposed than ever - protestors want them out of their lives

The big question as we watch the unrest continue in Iran:&#160;will it be enough to bring down the government?

Truck drives into crowds at Iran protest in LA leaving one injured

One person was injured and a man arrested after a vehicle drove into a crowd of Iranian protesters in Los Angeles on Sunday, authorities have said.&#160;

China would prefer its dissent not to be seen - but it is increasingly there

In an industrial corner of the city of Shenzhen, there was a sense the system was bracing.

Woman shot dead in head as body bags show emerging picture of Iranian crackdown

The extent of the state's crackdown on Iranian protesters is beginning to emerge, despite the internet shutdown.

More than 500 killed in Iran, rights group says, as Trump and US military weighing 'strong options'

The number of people killed in anti-government protests across Iran has risen dramatically to more than 500, according to the US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency, as Donald &#8203;Trump says he &#8203;is &#8203;weighing &#8205;a range of responses &#8204;to &#8204;the escalating unrest.

Russia strike leaves 1,000 Kyiv apartment blocks without heating

More than 1,000 apartment blocks in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv remain without power after a Russian bombardment of the country's energy system overnight.

Iran's regime is more vulnerable than ever, but it shows no sign of relenting

Mass protest is a long way from revolution.

US 'ready to help' Iranian protesters, Trump says

The US 'stands ready to help' Iranian protesters, Donald Trump has said, as demonstrations across the country enter their third week.

Russian oil depot fire after Ukrainian drone strike - as UN to meet over hypersonic missile attack

A drone strike by Ukraine has caused a fire at an oil depot in Russia's southern Volgograd region, according to regional authorities.

Who is the exiled crown prince positioning himself as a key figure in Iran's future after decades away?

As Iran's leaders confront a serious challenge to their authority in the form of nationwide anti-government protests, the country's exiled crown prince is trying to position himself as a key figure in his homeland's future.

Russia's use of hypersonic missile brings fresh threat to Europe and NATO

Russia's inclusion of the Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) in its latest missile and drone strikes on Ukraine has drawn attention well beyond the immediate battlefield - raising urgent questions about the wider security implications for Europe and NATO alike.

Russian hypersonic missile used for first time since 2024, in strike near NATO border

Russia struck a target in the Ukrainian city of Lviv overnight with its powerful Oreshnik hypersonic missile, just 40 miles from the border with NATO-member Poland.

Israeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 13, officials say

Israeli strikes across Gaza killed at least 13 people including a child, health officials have said.

Cross-border operation against 'Black Axe' crime gang sees 34 arrests in Spain

Spanish police have arrested dozens of members of an international criminal gang on suspicion of fraud, &#8288;money laundering and document forgery, Europol said on Friday.

Death penalty threat as Iran's supreme leader says protesters 'ruining' country to please Trump

Iran's supreme leader has warned of a crackdown on protesters, with a prosecutor in Tehran saying some could face the death penalty.

Protests intensify in Iran after call from exiled crown prince

Iranian state media has claimed "terrorist agents" from the US and Israel have set fires and sparked violence on the streets.

1,000 days of war in Sudan: 70% of population in need as bombing of key cities continues

A thousand days of war in Sudan has left millions deprived, displaced and longing for a political solution to the disastrous armed violence tearing the country apart.

Internet and phone connections cut in Iran as protests intensify

Internet access and phone lines were cut in Iran as anti-government protests intensified on Thursday night.

US senators vote to curb Trump's ability to take more Venezuela military action

The US Senate has voted for legislation that would bar Donald Trump from taking further military action against Venezuela without authorisation from Congress.

Inside Iran's protests: Gunfire, hospital raids and growing anger

In a place called Malekshahi, in western Iran, protesters converge on a base run by the revolutionary guards.

Man jailed for supplying thousands of small boats and engines to Channel people smugglers

A Turkish national has been jailed for 11 years after being found guilty of supplying thousands of small boats and engines used by people smugglers to transport asylum seekers across the English Channel.

CIA turncoat who sold out to Soviet Russia dies in prison

A CIA turncoat who orchestrated one of the most damaging intelligence breaches in American history by selling secrets to the Soviet Union and Russia has died in prison.

We'll defend Greenland, European leaders vow - as US suggests it could take military action

Using the military to take Greenland is "always an option" the White House says, amid mounting tension over Donald Trump's plans for the territory.

Trump is likely gambling he could get away with Greenland grab as NATO needs US more than he needs it

It is becoming increasingly clear that Donald Trump is serious about taking Greenland from Denmark, a NATO ally, despite warnings that such a move would destroy the alliance.

Ukraine's allies meet to discuss security as Trump's Greenland threat looms

Ukraine's allies will meet later today in Paris to discuss the country's security after a potential ceasefire with Russia.

Why are people protesting in Iran?

Protests sparked by a widening economic crisis have swept across Iran for more than a week.

Colombia, Cuba, Mexico, Greenland or Iran - where could Trump strike next?

After his sending in troops to capture Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro and pledging to "run" his country, it seems Donald Trump may not be done.

Trump: We need to take Greenland - right now

Donald Trump has doubled down on his territorial ambitions for Greenland - despite warnings that his plans for the Danish territory could destroy NATO.

Iran threatens Trump after 'locked and loaded' warning

Donald Trump has been threatened with a "swift, decisive and comprehensive" response by Iran if the US intervenes following growing unrest in the country, with at least 10 people killed and dozens of arrests, according to reports.

How sanctions are boosting Russian wine

You've probably never had a glass of Russian sparkling wine before. Perhaps you never even knew such a thing existed. If that's the case, Mikhail Nikolaev believes you're missing out.

US 'locked and loaded' Trump warns Iran, as he pledges to rescue protesters

US President Donald Trump has threatened to intervene in Iran's cost-of-living protests, provoking a warning that he could destabilise the entire region.

Several people killed in Iran as cost-of-living protests turn deadly

The largest protests in Iran in three years reached a deadly climax overnight into Thursday, with several people killed, Iranian media and a rights group have reported.

Iranian protesters attempt to break in to government building as demonstrations escalate

Iranian protesters attempted to storm a local government building on Wednesday, state media reported, as demonstrations over the cost of living reached their fourth day.

Eurostar passengers brace for further disruption after day of cancellations

Eurostar passengers are braced for more possible delays and cancellations after the train network was forced to cancel large parts of its London-Europe service on Tuesday.

Iranian university students join protests over soaring cost of living

University students in Iran have joined shopkeepers and bazaar merchants in protests over the country's soaring cost of living.

Thieves drill into bank vault to steal valuables worth tens of millions of euros

Thieves have drilled into a German savings bank vault to steal millions of pounds worth of valuables from safety deposit boxes.

China fires rockets into waters off Taiwan in second day of military drills

China has fired rockets into the waters off Taiwan on a second day of large-scale war games around the island aimed at rehearsing a blockade.

A head-spinning two days of Trump diplomacy - but how much was theatrical hot air?

Two December days in Palm Beach and I have sunburn and whiplash.

Alleged strikes on Vladimir Putin residence 'not good', Trump says

Donald Trump said he was "very angry" to hear reports of an alleged Ukrainian drone strike on one of Vladimir Putin's state residences in Russia.

Trump offered Ukraine 15-year security guarantee as part of peace plan, Zelenskyy says

Donald Trump has offered Ukraine security guarantees for 15 years as part of a proposed plan to end Russia's invasion, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said.

Three war fronts on the agenda as Netanyahu set for talks with Trump

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is on his way to meet US President Donald Trump in Florida.

Airstrikes, shootings, hypothermia: The harsh reality of life in Gaza under US-backed ceasefire

Warning: This article contains images and descriptions some people may find distressing

Clinton told to to avoid public handshake with Gerry Adams, records show

White House officials wanted Bill Clinton to avoid shaking Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams' hand in front of cameras during his historic visit to Ireland in 1995, newly released records show.

British-Egyptian activist returns to the UK and reunites with family after prison release

British-Egyptian pro-democracy activist Alaa Abd El-Fattah has returned to the UK for the first time since his release after spending six years in prison in Egypt.

Ukraine hits major Russian oil refinery with British missiles, officials say

Ukraine has hit a major Russian oil refinery with British missiles, Ukrainian military and security officials said on Thursday.

Pope and new Archbishop of Canterbury make pleas over Gaza and immigration in Christmas sermons

The incoming Archbishop of Canterbury has warned in her Christmas Day sermon that "conversations about immigration continue to divide us, when our common humanity should unite us".

Why Trump administration is so annoyed with Europe's online rules

The row between Europe and Washington about what you can do online just ramped up.

'This Christmas will be different': Families reunited with kidnapped schoolchildren

Families in Nigeria were reunited with more than a hundred schoolchildren and teachers abducted in November.

EU warns of possible action after US bars five Europeans accused of censorship

The European Union's executive branch has warned it would respond to any "unjustified measures" after the US State Department barred five Europeans it accuses of pressuring American tech companies to censor or limit US viewpoints.

German court jails man for drugging, raping wife and posting videos online

A German man has been jailed for repeatedly drugging and sexually assaulting his wife and posting videos of the attacks online, in a case that has drawn comparisons with a high-profile French trial last year.

Putin's spymaster 'has call with MI6 chief' as EU leaders meet to discuss Ukraine funding

Vladimir Putin's spymaster has said he had a "rather lengthy telephone conversation" with the new head of MI6, Russian state news agency Tass has reported.

China imposes 13% tax on condoms as birth rate declines

China is to tax contraception for the first time in more than three decades in a move aligned with efforts to get more families to have children.

Pivotal talks for the future of the Ukraine war take place today - here's why they matter

EU leaders will meet in Brussels today to try to agree the release of &#8364;210bn (&#163;184bn) to help fund Ukraine's war with Russia.

Finnish PM apologises over 'slanted eyes' controversy after 'racist' post by Miss Finland

The Finnish prime minister has apologised to Asian nations amid a growing controversy over the "slanted eyes" scandal which saw members of parliament post derogatory images.

China accuses US of 'bullying' Venezuela as Trump orders blockade

China has accused the US of "bullying" Venezuela, after Donald Trump ordered a "total and complete" blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela.

Israel says strike kills one of the architects of 7 October 2023 attacks

A senior Hamas commander who was one of the architects of the 7 October 2023 attacks on Israel has been killed in a strike on Gaza City, according to the country&#8217;s military.

Belarus pardons key opposition figure, among 123 prisoners, in exchange for US sanction relief

Belarus has pardoned 123 prisoners, including a Nobel Peace Prize laureate and a key opposition figure who challenged the presidential elections in 2020, in exchange for US sanctions relief.