Mission accomplished? The 2003 boast that haunts today's Iran conflict
The echoes between the conflicts are certainly there but there are also profound differences.
Iran's new supreme leader vows to block Strait of Hormuz in first statement
A message attributed to Mojtaba Khamenei also says Iran will continue targeting US bases in the region.
French vote tests polarised electorate with right hoping to win control of Paris
The highest-profile contest is for the mayorship of Paris - which has been under left-wing control for 25 years.
Emirati minister tells BBC Iran must end strikes on Gulf
The UAE says more than 1,800 drones and missiles have been projected at the country since the war began.
Rapper-politician Balendra Shah's party wins Nepal election
The Rastriya Swatatantra Party has won a large majority in an election dominated by issues including corruption.
Israeli military drops charges against soldiers accused of abusing Palestinian detainee
The Israeli military's top lawyer cites "exceptional circumstances" for dropping the case involving a Palestinian man held at Sde Teiman military prison.
'There's no hiding place on a ship': The sailors stranded near Iran
Drones, cruise missiles and fighter jets have become a common sight for many sailors stranded on ships in the Gulf.
France's ghost car scandal that allowed one million illegal vehicles onto the roads
Fake dealerships were manipulating the state vehicle licensing agency's official records, France's auditor has found.
Parents accused of hiding daughter's HIV infection and neglect
The child did not see a doctor until she was six - and had not had any vaccinations, Italian media say.
China approves 'ethnic unity' law requiring minorities to learn Mandarin
The law states that children should be taught Mandarin before kindergarten, until the end of high school.
UK MPs 'deeply troubled' by BBC World Service funding uncertainty
The current funding agreement between the BBC and the government expires at the end of this month.
Epstein used modelling agent to recruit girls, Brazilian women tell BBC
Modelling agent used businesses to recruit girls and arrange US visas to visit Jeffrey Epstein, Brazilian women tell BBC.
Nineteen jailed over deadly Moscow concert attack
Gunmen opened fire at Crocus City Concert hall near Moscow in 2024, killing 149 and injuring more than 500.
Noma head chef resigns from restaurant amid abuse allegations
René Redzepi had previously apologised after ex-employees of the Danish restaurant accused him of creating a toxic work environment.
Hozier, Jessie Buckley and Bruce Springsteen record Shane MacGowan tribute album
The album will also feature Primal Scream, David Gray, Jessie Buckley, Johnny Depp and Kate Moss.
Cartoonist freed after 15 years in prison without charge in Eritrea
Biniam Solomon was known for his witty and critical cartoons before the free press was closed.
Chinese national arrested over attempt to smuggle 2,000 queen ants from Kenya
The suspect had packed some ants in test tubes while others were concealed in tissue paper rolls, prosecutor says.
Nasa spacecraft weighing 1,300lb re-enters Earth's atmosphere
Much of the Van Allen Probe was expected to burn up in the atmosphere, though Nasa said there was a "low" risk of people being struck by surviving components.
Death toll from Ethiopia floods and landslides rises to more than 100
Forecasters say storms are becoming more intense in the region, partly due to global warming.
Jo Malone sued for using her own name in collaboration with Zara
The perfumier sold the rights to her name in 1999 but has previously said she regretted the move.
Senegal approves tougher anti-gay law as rights groups raise concerns
"Violence and fear" will spike and "equality and non-discrimination" will be trampled on, warn critics.
The Pussycat Dolls confirm reunion: 'We're celebrating where we're at as women'
Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt announce a new single and world tour.
Draper fights to 'mind-blowing' win over Djokovic
Jack Draper produces a superb fightback to beat Novak Djokovic and reach the Indian Wells quarter-finals - a result he believes could be "a real big moment" in his season.
Kanye West ordered to pay $140K in Malibu mansion renovation lawsuit
A handyman had sought $1.7m (£1.267m) from the rapper over claims of unpaid work, medical expenses and being unfairly fired.
Americans on Iran strikes: 'What if this turns into a forever war?'
Six US voters tell the BBC how they feel about the major US military intervention in Iran.
Winners, Sinners and record breakers: 17 fun facts about this year's Oscars
Sinners, Marty Supreme, Hamnet and One Battle After Another are among the films in contention this year.
'What if we're left with ruins?': Doubts creep in for Iranians who supported war
Teachers, engineers and shopkeepers tell the BBC they fear Iran falling into chaos.
Questions mount for Hegseth over possible US involvement in strike on Iranian school
Democrats have written to ask the defence secretary whether the US was responsible, but he says the issue is being investigated.
How Iran war laid bare the world's reliance on Gulf oil and gas
Countries around the world are feeling the impact of the conflict and the resulting energy price shock.
Video shows moment point-blank gunshot misses Indian politician
Senior Kashmir leader Farooq Abdullah escaped unhurt after the incident and the suspect is in custody.
Volcanic fragments rain down as Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts
This eruption episode sent fragments made of ash, pumice, and pieces of volcanic glass into communities, forcing highway closures and the evacuation of tourists.
Justified or not? US military families on fears of Iran war
BBC's North America editor Sarah Smith spoke to Gold Star mum Lynn, whose son died in the Iraq War, and veteran Jeremy.
BBC visits key Dubai port in Iran's firing line
Trade at the Middle East's biggest port has been hit hard since Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz began.
US missile hit military base near Iran school, video analysis shows
A US Tomahawk missile hit a military base near a primary school in southern Iran where Iranian authorities said 168 people were killed, expert video analysis shows.