NewsMiddle EastUS and Iran exchange strikes in Gulf in latest test of ceasefireThe US military strikes Iranian drones and radar sites and Tehran says it has targeted US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain.6 hrs agoWorldLebanese general among three soldiers killed in Israeli attack on carThe Israeli military is investigating the incident in south Lebanon, where it is fighting Hezbollah.4 hrs agoMiddle EastOscar-nominated Persepolis author Marjane Satrapi dies aged 56The French-Iranian author and illustrator was known for her graphic novel series and Oscar-nominated film.2 days agoCultureIsrael and Lebanon agree to implement ceasefire if Hezbollah stops attacksThe countries reject "any attempt, by any state or non-state actor, to hold Lebanon's future hostage", the US says.3 days agoMiddle EastFuneral held for baby shot dead by Israeli troops in occupied West BankThe seven-month-old boy's shrouded body was wrapped in a Palestinian flag and carried by his father to the graveyard.1 hr agoMiddle EastIran says staff blocked from entering US after players given World Cup visasIranian officials say technical staff have been denied visas, hours after the US said players could enter the country.45 mins agoMiddle EastEx-wife of Dubai ruler's nephew in custody, prosecutors sayZeynab Javadli had not been in contact with any of her friends since Tuesday.2 days agoMiddle EastHezbollah rejects renewed ceasefire agreed by Israel and LebanonThe United States announced the ceasefire agreement on Wednesday night following a fresh round of talks.'Crazy' phone call between Trump and Netanyahu complicates Iran talksIsrael's PM laughed off reports of friction, but he has tested the patience of other US presidents. Israeli strikes kill 11 people in Gaza City, medics sayWomen and children were among those killed in the attacks on four residential buildings, which Israel's military says killed four Hamas security officials.One killed and dozens injured in Iranian drone strikes on Kuwait airportIran says the attack on Kuwait was in retaliation for earlier US strikes on an Iranian oil tanker and island. Sailors stressed and exhausted after months trapped by Strait of Hormuz blockadeThe uncertainty has weighed heavily on the 20,000 seafarers trapped in the Iran war zone.FeaturesWars, sanctions and punishments: Iraq's 40-year World Cup waitIraq return to the World Cup with ambitions of delivering stronger performances and results than first time round in 1986.Iran attacks damage 20 US military sites since start of war, satellite images showAnalysts told BBC Verify that Tehran's strikes were more extensive than publicly acknowledged.Learning from Ukraine war, Hezbollah is now using fibre-optic drones to hit IsraelFibre-optic drones are now Hezbollah's primary weapon against Israel's soldiers and civilians.Are US and Iran close to peace or sliding back to war?Neither side seems interested in a return to all-out conflict, despite the latest exchange of strikes.'Like a prisoner being released' - Relief for Iranians as internet shutdown endsThe government imposed the blackout after the start of the war with the US and Israel in February, cutting most Iranians off from the outside world.Watch/ListenWatch: New footage shows moment Iranian drone struck Kuwait airportOne person was killed and more than 60 injured in the Iranian drone strike on Wednesday.Traffic at a standstill as people flee BeirutThe BBC's John Sudworth reports from Beirut, as Isreal says it will start striking the Lebanese capital once again.How much damage have Iranian strikes caused the US?Iran has damaged 20 US military sites since the start of the war, satellite images and videos analysed by BBC Verify show.Are the US and Iran close to reaching a peace deal… again?BBC’s Sarah Smith looks at why both countries are in a tense cycle of negotiations, despite the progress President Trump consistently claims.Latest updates45 mins agoIran says staff blocked from entering US after players given World Cup visasIranian officials say technical staff have been denied visas, hours after the US said players could enter the country.45 mins ago1 hr agoFuneral held for baby shot dead by Israeli troops in occupied West BankThe seven-month-old boy's shrouded body was wrapped in a Palestinian flag and carried by his father to the graveyard.1 hr ago4 hrs agoLebanese general among three soldiers killed in Israeli attack on carThe Israeli military is investigating the incident in south Lebanon, where it is fighting Hezbollah.4 hrs ago22 hrs agoPalestinian baby killed by Israeli gunfire in West Bank, health ministry saysThe Israeli military says Friday's "incident is under review", expressing "deep sorrow for any harm caused".22 hrs ago2 days agoEx-wife of Dubai ruler's nephew in custody, prosecutors sayZeynab Javadli had not been in contact with any of her friends since Tuesday.2 days ago2 days agoHezbollah rejects renewed ceasefire agreed by Israel and LebanonThe United States announced the ceasefire agreement on Wednesday night following a fresh round of talks.2 days ago2 days agoEx-wife of Dubai ruler's nephew missing, says lawyerBritish lawyer David Haigh lost contact with Zeynab Javadli on Tuesday and the BBC has been told her home in Dubai is locked and empty.2 days ago2 days agoIsraeli strikes kill 11 people in Gaza City, medics sayWomen and children were among those killed in the attacks on four residential buildings, which Israel's military says killed four Hamas security officials.2 days ago2 days agoWatch: Lebanon-Israel ceasefire deal made in 'hope rather than expectation'BBC correspondent John Sudworth reports from the Beirut stronghold of Hezbollah support, Dahieh. 2 days ago...
