UK investigating reports Russian warship fired warning shots near yacht in English Channel

16. Juni 2026, 16:38

BBC News understands the yacht had drifted towards the Admiral Grigorovich, a Russian frigate which has been operating in the Channel.

Fragile quiet in Lebanon as US-Iran truce leaves unanswered questions

16. Juni 2026, 16:20

Many Lebanese remain doubtful that the agreement could finally mean the end of the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah.

France's oldest female detainee, 79, goes on trial for in-law's grisly murder

16. Juni 2026, 14:46

A dismembered body found in a chain-bound trunk in the Seine in 1995 was only recently connected to the defendant by DNA evidence.

Eight dead after US Air Force B-52 bomber crashes in California

16. Juni 2026, 01:49

The incident occurred on Monday morning while the aircraft had been on a routine test mission.

Tehran selling deal with US as victory – but for Iranians it was necessity

16. Juni 2026, 15:31

For many Iranians, the question is not whether the deal means victory, but whether it lowers prices and reduces fear of another war.

Russian artist and Putin critic shot dead in Poland

16. Juni 2026, 10:37

Robert Kuzovkov, who used the pseudonym Semyon Skrepetsky, has been known for his caricatures of politicians including Vladimir Putin.

Venezuela signs deal with US energy giant to rebuild power grid

16. Juni 2026, 15:19

The deal with General Electric is the latest sign of co-operation between US firms and Venezuela's interim government.

Cuba tourism collapses as US pressure campaign bites

16. Juni 2026, 11:16

The number of foreign visitors is down by 58% compared to last year, Cuban officials say, amid sanctions and an effective oil blockade.