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Oil price jumps despite deal to release record amount of reserves

It comes as Iranian attacks on ships intensify in the crucial Strait of Hormuz waterway.

Bowen: Trump has called for an Iran uprising but the lessons from Iraq in 1991 loom large

The US president might learn that starting wars is much easier than ending them, writes the BBC's international editor.

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.

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.

China's biggest political meeting is ending - what have we learned?

BBC correspondents give us their biggest takeaways from China's National People's Congress.

Countries agree to record release of emergency oil reserves as prices surge

The G7 group of nations welcomes the idea of releasing oil in response to the surge in prices since the US-Israel war with Iran began

Bodies of two Chinese backpackers found in Australian floodwaters

The pair had been reported missing on Tuesday after failing to reach their destination.

'Even under missiles we carry on living' - how young Iranians are coping with war

Iranians say they are sheltering at home and rarely venturing out on near-empty streets as the US-Israeli bombing campaign continues.

EU and UK demand Israel stop surge in West Bank settler violence since Iran war

Six Palestinians have been killed during attacks by settlers in the West Bank since the start of Israel's war, the UN says.

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.

Three brothers arrested after explosion at US embassy in Oslo

Norway's police attorney says the authorities are investigating whether a foreign state actor was involved.

New US ambassador to South Africa summoned over 'undiplomatic remarks'

Leo Brent Bozell apologises after weighing in on a dispute rooted in the country's apartheid past.

French aid worker among three killed in drone strikes in rebel-held DR Congo city

Witnesses say drone strikes hit a residential building frequently occupied by expatriates and aid workers in Goma.

Ukraine says it has hit Russian 'missile component' plant

Russia says the attack hit civilians and could not have been carried out without British help.

Member of Iranian football delegation granted Australian asylum changes her mind

One of the seven women who received visas has reversed her decision after speaking to teammates, minister says

No evidence Swiss bus fire was terrorism, officials say

Initial reports suggest a man with "psychological problems" set himself on fire on the bus, according to police.

Mugabe's son drops bail request - what has happened to the family after losing power

Bellarmine Mugabe will negotiate a plea deal after being accused of attempted murder and other charges in South Africa.

Why Namibia's green energy dream could be a red flag for penguins

A near pristine desert and coastal wilderness in Namibia could soon host a huge hydrogen production facility.

A small US grocer is calling out the lower prices at big chains

It is 'impossible for us to compete', says the boss of a New York grocery store.

What role has cyber warfare played in Iran?

Militaries are often cagey about their cyber activities. But the US has hinted at the role it has played.

Jeffrey Epstein had two key aides - why do they still control his money and secrets?

Richard Kahn and Darren Indyke administer Epstein’s estate - court filings allege complicity in his crimes.

Steve Rosenberg: Russia seeks diplomatic and economic gains from Iran war

President Putin pits himself as a potential mediator but that's not an easy sell, writes the BBC's Russia editor.

Inside the Australian hotel where Iranian footballers escaped to claim asylum

Activists played a key role in making contact with the women as they tried to dodge their minders.

'Icky and heartbreaking': The $2 per hour worker behind the OnlyFans boom

The BBC talks to a Philippines-based woman paid to pretend to be an OnlyFans star in online chats.

From New Zealand to Orkney: Why we brought this classic car half way round the world

Dutchman Hans Compter travelled around the world to deliver the Austin to Cathleen Hourie in Orkney.

'I just want to be able to sleep': Attacks in Iran rock cities and cut power

Iranians in Tehran and Karaj tell the BBC they are exhausted and struggling to sleep after 10 days of Israeli and US attacks.

War expands to central Beirut as Israeli strike kills Iranians in luxury hotel

Israel's military says it targeted Quds Force operatives after a return to war with Lebanon's Hezbollah movement, but Iran says they were diplomats.

Why air strikes on Tehran oil facilities are causing black rain

Air strikes have damaged at least four oil facilities since US-Israeli attacks on Iran began last month.

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.

Watch: Why the Iran war is pushing up oil prices

As turmoil continues in the Middle East, the price of crude oil rose to more than $100 a barrel on Monday.

Watch: Ukrainian anti-drone 'bullet' that could help defend Gulf

The BBC's Diplomatic Correspondent, James Landale, is in Ukraine to see the latest anti-drone technology the country has to offer.