Russia escalates attacks on key Ukrainian region of Odesa BBC News 23 December 2025 at 03:25 President Volodymyr Zelensky warned the attacks were an attempt by Moscow to block Ukraine's access to maritime logistics.
Gold and silver hit records as investors hunt for safety BBC News 22 December 2025 at 22:35 Investors are flocking to precious metals amid geopolitical tensions and expectations of more US interest rate cuts.
Ghana official rejects 'Detty December' label BBC News 22 December 2025 at 23:15 The term is widely used to describe Ghana and Nigeria's wild, end-of-year party seasons.
Baby followed by BBC back in Gaza hospital after treatment abroad BBC News 23 December 2025 at 00:59 The BBC revisits one-year-old Siwar Ashour who was temporarily evacuated to Jordan for medical treatment during the Gaza war.
US lawmakers threaten legal action against Attorney General over Epstein files BBC News 23 December 2025 at 01:35 On Monday, Senator Schumer said he would introduce a resolution to take legal action over the failure to release the full files.
Élysée Palace staff member to stand trial over theft of precious tableware BBC News 22 December 2025 at 23:35 Thomas M is accused of stealing solid silver and porcelain used for state banquets from France's presidential palace.
Australian move to fast-track new gun and protest laws after Bondi shooting draws criticism BBC News 22 December 2025 at 14:14 Civil liberties advocates say laws 'damage our democracy' while others say they scapegoat gun owners.
In rebel-held Myanmar, civilians face devastating air strikes and a sham election BBC News 22 December 2025 at 06:08 The BBC goes to a rebel-held part of Myanmar, ahead of a government-mandated election starting this month.
New Trump envoy says he will serve to make Greenland part of US BBC News 22 December 2025 at 23:08 Denmark warns Washington to respect its sovereignty, while Greenland says it will decide its own future.
US and Ukraine call Miami talks productive despite no breakthrough BBC News 22 December 2025 at 20:51 Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, issued a statement with the top Ukrainian negotiator after discussing the latest peace plans.
US lawmakers threaten legal action against Attorney General over Epstein files BBC News 22 December 2025 at 19:27 A Republican and a Democrat who have led calls for transparency say the justice department failed to meet legal obligations.
Thailand and Cambodia to hold ceasefire talks, says foreign minister BBC News 22 December 2025 at 17:17 At least 41 people have been killed and nearly one million others displaced on both sides, officials said.
Gold and silver hit records as investors hunt for safety BBC News 22 December 2025 at 22:35 Investors are flocking to precious metals amid geopolitical tensions and expectations of more US interest rate cuts.
US pursuing third oil tanker linked to Venezuela, official says BBC News 22 December 2025 at 19:50 The move comes days after President Donald Trump said that he was ordering a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela.
All pupils kidnapped from Nigeria Catholic school now free - officials BBC News 22 December 2025 at 16:18 The authorities confirm the remaining students abducted in Niger state last month have been released.
Australian move to fast-track new gun and protest laws after Bondi shooting draws criticism BBC News 22 December 2025 at 14:14 Civil liberties advocates say laws 'damage our democracy' while others say they scapegoat gun owners.
'I knew something was seriously wrong - again': Bondi area reels from two deadly attacks in two years BBC News 22 December 2025 at 06:18 The Bondi shooting, and a deadly stabbing attack just last year, have left scores scarred and traumatised.
Image in Epstein files that features Trump reinstated after backlash BBC News 22 December 2025 at 16:09 It was one of several removed from the justice department website because of concerns from victims, said a US official.
'I knew something was seriously wrong - again': Bondi area reels from two deadly attacks in two years BBC News 22 December 2025 at 06:18 The Bondi shooting, and a deadly stabbing attack just last year, have left scores scarred and traumatised.
Russian general killed by car bomb in Moscow, officials say BBC News 22 December 2025 at 23:10 Lt Gen Fanil Sarvarov is the third military official to have been killed in bomb attacks in the Russian capital over the last year.
Bondi gunmen 'meticulously' planned attack for months, police allege BBC News 22 December 2025 at 17:41 Police release a tranche of documents allegedly tracing the suspects' movements prior to the deadly shooting.
Israel approves 19 new settlements in occupied West Bank BBC News 21 December 2025 at 22:38 Far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said the move was about blocking the establishment of a Palestinian state.
Divided between two states, the town at the heart of America's abortion debate BBC News 22 December 2025 at 08:07 The only abortion clinic in town is fighting an eviction notice and other efforts to shut it down.
Thailand, Cambodia agree to talks in bid to end deadly conflict - minister BBC News 22 December 2025 at 17:17 At least 41 people have been killed and nearly one million others displaced on both sides, officials said.
US and Ukraine call Miami talks productive despite no breakthrough BBC News 22 December 2025 at 12:37 Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, issued a statement with the top Ukrainian negotiator after discussing the latest peace plans.
Rights groups condemn new record number of executions in Saudi Arabia BBC News 21 December 2025 at 20:08 At least 347 people have now been put to death this year, according to the UK-based campaign group Reprieve.
Afcon is a special tournament, says Premier League star Iwobi BBC News 22 December 2025 at 10:49 The Fulham midfielder will represent his birth country Nigeria in the competition featuring 24 nations.
All pupils kidnapped from Nigeria Catholic school now free - officials BBC News 22 December 2025 at 16:18 The authorities confirm the remaining students abducted in Niger state last month have been released.
Gunmen kill nine in South Africa tavern attack BBC News 21 December 2025 at 23:25 A further 10 people were injured in Bekkersdal after the perpetrators opened fire and "continued to shoot randomly".