Xi shows he wants to be close to Putin - but not too close BBC News 9 May 2025 at 22:07 The relationship between China and Russia is no longer one of equals.
US and UK agree deal slashing Trump tariffs on cars and metals BBC News 9 May 2025 at 05:55 It will leave a 10% import tax on most goods shipped from the UK to the US.
Three things we learned from Putin's Red Square parade BBC News 9 May 2025 at 21:06 BC Monitoring's Russia Editor Vitaly Shevchenko reflects on the Victory Day spectacle in Moscow.
Pope Leo XIV calls Church 'a beacon to illuminate dark nights' in first Mass BBC News 9 May 2025 at 20:51 Chicago-born Robert Prevost, 69, is the first North American to be elected pontiff.
Watch: Pope Leo XIV's first Mass as pontiff BBC News 9 May 2025 at 19:14 Cardinals joined the newly appointed pope in the Sistine Chapel, in a service that began with a prayer.
Putin 'back on world stage' at Victory Day parade BBC News 9 May 2025 at 17:15 The Russian president welcomed 27 world leaders to the event in Red Square.
Ukraine arrests two over alleged Hungarian spy plot BBC News 9 May 2025 at 19:28 Ukraine's security service says the state-backed spy network sought to obtain information about military defences on its border with Hungary.
The first drone war opens a new chapter in India-Pakistan conflict BBC News 9 May 2025 at 16:56 Experts say the tit-for-tat attacks mark a dangerous new phase in the decades-old rivalry. What next?
Hong Kong pro-China informer: 'Why I've reported dozens of people to police' BBC News 9 May 2025 at 07:02 Ex-banker Innes Tang has established a hotline for reporting behaviours deemed disloyal to Beijing.
Oh my God, it's Rob! - Pope's brother speaks of joy BBC News 9 May 2025 at 15:07 Pope Leo XIV's brother Louis says nothing will be the same again after his appointment.
China's Xi stands with Putin at Russia's Victory Day parade BBC News 9 May 2025 at 16:23 Putin used his speech to tie Russia's three-year war in Ukraine to the war against Nazi Germany 80 years ago.
'There is no truce': Ukraine's soldiers and civilians on Russia's ceasefire BBC News 9 May 2025 at 09:25 The BBC's Yogita Limaye went to the Donetsk region of Ukraine to speak to soldiers about life on the frontline.
What Pope's speedy election says about Church's priorities BBC News 9 May 2025 at 12:00 The new Pope is seen as someone who could unite traditionalist and progressive within the Church, writes the BBC's religion editor.
Pope Leo XIV marks new beginning for Catholic Church BBC News 9 May 2025 at 08:58 Excited crowds gathered in St Peter's Square to witness the historic election of the first American Pope.
Who is Robert Prevost, the new Pope Leo XIV? BBC News 9 May 2025 at 09:30 Pope Leo XIV has supported his predecessor and focus will turn on whether he continues Church reforms.
Moon dust 'rarer than gold' arrives in UK from China BBC News 9 May 2025 at 07:25 First Moon samples collected in nearly 50 years and loaned by China for the first time are now in the UK.
Israeli forces close UN-run schools in East Jerusalem BBC News 8 May 2025 at 23:22 The action, which affects hundreds of Palestinian pupils, comes after an Israeli ban on Unrwa this year.
Pope Leo XIV marks new beginning for Catholic Church BBC News 9 May 2025 at 08:58 Excited crowds gathered in St Peter's Square to witness the historic election of the first American Pope.
'He's one of us' - Catholic Americans react to first US-born pope BBC News 9 May 2025 at 05:46 Robert Prevost is originally from Chicago, where he served as an altar boy and was ordained as a priest in 1982.
Hong Kong pro-China informer: 'Why I've reported dozens of people to police' BBC News 9 May 2025 at 07:02 Ex-banker Innes Tang has established a hotline for reporting behaviours deemed disloyal to Beijing.
Indian air strikes - how will Pakistan respond? Four key questions BBC News 7 May 2025 at 19:55 Experts from India and Pakistan weigh in on what’s next - and how this clash differs from past conflicts.
'There is no truce': Ukraine's soldiers and civilians on Russia's ceasefire BBC News 9 May 2025 at 09:25 The BBC's Yogita Limaye went to the Donetsk region of Ukraine to speak to soldiers about life on the frontline.
US and UK agree deal slashing Trump tariffs on cars and metals BBC News 9 May 2025 at 05:55 It will leave a 10% import tax on most goods shipped from the UK to the US.
Mistrial declared in case against officer in fatal shooting of black motorist BBC News 9 May 2025 at 05:33 The killing of Patrick Lyoya during a traffic stop in Michigan sparked widespread protests, renewing questions around police brutality.
Turkey moves to silence jailed Erdogan rival by blocking account on X BBC News 8 May 2025 at 20:52 Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu has relied on social media to stay in touch with supporters from jail.
India reports strikes on military bases, Pakistan denies any role BBC News 9 May 2025 at 04:05 India has accused Pakistan of attacking three military bases, a claim which has been denied by Islamabad.
Israeli forces close UN-run schools in East Jerusalem BBC News 8 May 2025 at 23:22 The action, which affects hundreds of Palestinian pupils, comes after an Israeli ban on Unrwa this year.
Israel PM 'uncertain' over condition of three Gaza hostages BBC News 8 May 2025 at 18:47 Benjamin Netanyahu said he knew "with certainty" that 21 hostages were alive but the status of "three more" were unclear.
Turkey moves to silence jailed Erdogan rival by blocking account on X BBC News 8 May 2025 at 20:52 Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu has relied on social media to stay in touch with supporters from jail.