Israel targets senior Hamas official in deadly Gaza strike BBC News 14 December 2025 at 00:08 Four people were killed and multiple passers-by injured in the strike, an official from Gaza's Hamas-run civil defence agency told the BBC.
Trump's 'historic' peace deal for DR Congo shattered after rebels seize key city BBC News 14 December 2025 at 00:33 The recent Washington Accord was hailed as "historic" by the US president but the fighting continues.
Street art festival sees Lagos turned into 'open-air gallery' BBC News 13 December 2025 at 22:41 Nigeria's biggest city is known for its vibrant arts scene, nightlife and creativity, but street art is relatively unknown.
Belarus frees 123 prisoners as US lifts sanctions BBC News 13 December 2025 at 22:00 Opposition activist Maria Kolesnikova is among those released in exchange for a deal with the US.
Ukraine's health supplies hit in series of Russian strikes on medical warehouses BBC News 13 December 2025 at 08:05 Warehouses supplying the vast majority of Ukraine's pharmacies have been destroyed over recent months.
Watch: Furious fans invade pitch at Messi event in India BBC News 13 December 2025 at 19:20 Thousands of adoring supporters had paid up to 12,000 rupees (£100; $133) to catch a glimpse of the football star.
Angry fans throw chairs and bottles at Messi event in India BBC News 13 December 2025 at 19:59 The Inter Miami and Argentina forward is in India for a tour, taking in events in Kolkata, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Delhi.
Turkish car ferry damaged in strike at Ukrainian port BBC News 13 December 2025 at 06:12 Ukraine's president has blamed Russia for the attack as Turkey called for a suspension of strikes on shipping and ports.
A new Bollywood film is dividing opinions in India and Pakistan BBC News 13 December 2025 at 07:27 An espionage thriller set in Pakistan, Dhurandhar has provoked a sharp debate over its political messaging.
Watch: A Niagara Falls wreck and the rescue that saved two Americans BBC News 13 December 2025 at 04:08 The barge that wrecked in 1918, famous for a dramatic rescue, is now shifting closer to the falls as recent movements carry it further from its original resting spot.
Six injured as house explodes in California BBC News 13 December 2025 at 11:49 A natural gas line leak triggered the house explosion, injuring six people and damaging several nearby properties.
A Niagara Falls wreck and the joint rescue that saved two Americans BBC News 13 December 2025 at 04:03 Watch: A Niagara Falls wreck and the joint rescue that saved two Americans
One million households without power in Ukraine after Russia attacks energy grid BBC News 13 December 2025 at 20:43 The latest overnight attacks come as US envoy Steve Witkoff prepares to hold more talks with Ukraine's president.
Ukraine's health supplies hit in series of Russian strikes on medical warehouses BBC News 13 December 2025 at 08:05 Warehouses supplying the vast majority of Ukraine's pharmacies have been destroyed over recent months.
From booze to black belts: Virginia's drunk raccoon suspected in karate shop break-in BBC News 13 December 2025 at 10:11 The "trashed panda" is also suspected of burglarising snacks from the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Germany accuses Russia of air traffic control cyber-attack BBC News 13 December 2025 at 00:50 The Russian ambassador is summoned over a cyber-attack on air traffic control and attempted electoral interference.
Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi arrested in Iran, supporters say BBC News 13 December 2025 at 02:21 The women's rights activist, who won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2023, was arrested by Iranian security services at a memorial, her supporters say.
Trump's 'historic' peace deal for DR Congo shattered after rebels seize key city BBC News 13 December 2025 at 09:37 The recent Washington Accord was hailed as "historic" by the US president but the fighting continues.
Farmers call for French blockades over cow disease cull BBC News 13 December 2025 at 03:20 Farmers have staged protests in several parts of France in recent days after vets culled a herd suffering from the disease.
An eyebrow tip and McDonald's footage: Takeaways from Luigi Mangione's evidence hearing BBC News 13 December 2025 at 09:18 Prosecutors played dozens of body camera videos and interviewed witnesses from the day of his arrest.
Online gaming escaped Australia's social media ban - but critics say it's just as addictive BBC News 13 December 2025 at 04:45 Parents and experts say gaming poses many of the same risks for kids as social media, and want them included.
The making of a WWE legend: John Cena faces his final fight BBC News 13 December 2025 at 08:05 The man behind the "You Can't See Me" catchphrase will bow out on a stellar career on Saturday night. But who is he, really?
As Trump targets Venezuela, its allies Russia and China show little signs of support BBC News 13 December 2025 at 08:35 Experts say that Russian and Chinese support for Venezuela has largely dried up, with no prospect of real military or financial aid.
Turkish car ferry damaged in strike at Ukrainian port BBC News 13 December 2025 at 05:06 Ukraine's president has blamed Russia for the attack as Turkey called for a suspension of strikes on shipping and ports.
New photos from Epstein estate show Trump, Andrew and Bill Clinton BBC News 13 December 2025 at 10:16 The photos, which do not imply wrongdoing, are part of a trove of images the House Oversight Committee received from Epstein's estate.
Cambodia shuts border crossings with Thailand as fighting continues BBC News 13 December 2025 at 20:48 It comes despite US President Donald Trump saying both sides had agreed to a ceasefire deal.
Clair Obscur sweeps The Game Awards with nine wins BBC News 12 December 2025 at 18:45 The French-made role-playing game is named game of the year on a night of prizes and announcements.
Eritrea quits regional bloc as tensions rise with Ethiopia BBC News 13 December 2025 at 02:18 Eritrea says it has been targetted by Igad and that the bloc is failing its founding principles.
Trump's Gaza peace plan struggles to progress as Israel and Hamas face tough choices BBC News 12 December 2025 at 13:43 Getting both sides to move onto the second stage is a huge challenge for Washington, as Gazans continue to suffer the longer it takes.