Israel and Iran continued exchanging deadly attacks for the fifth consecutive day, prompting U.S. President Donald Trump to urge Iranians to evacuate Tehran amid rising fears of a wider conflict. World leaders are calling for de-escalation, but both sides remain locked in their positions.
For the fifth day in a row, Israel and Iran have traded attacks, escalating their deadliest conflict yet. U.S. President Donald Trump urged civilians to evacuate Tehran, blaming Iran’s refusal to accept a proposed nuclear deal.
At the G7 Summit, French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed Trump had proposed a ceasefire plan, while reports suggest backchannel talks may be underway.
Explosions and heavy air defence activity were reported in Tehran, including at the Natanz nuclear site.
Israel confirmed striking Iran’s state broadcaster, killing two.
Iran has reported 224 civilian deaths, while Israel confirmed 24 casualties and mass evacuations since Friday's air strikes.
Tehran is reportedly open to nuclear talks if Israeli strikes stop, seeking mediation through Gulf countries. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi told four European counterparts that Iran was serious about diplomacy but its current focus was on confronting aggression, according to Iranian state media.
Israel has said its goal is to eliminate Tehran's ability to develop a nuclear weapon and Tel Aviv shows no sign of backing down, claiming airspace control and preparing for further escalation.
Oil prices have surged, and the Chinese embassy has urged its citizens to leave Israel amid rising regional risks.
A number of flights have resumed to and from Dubai International Airport, after a drone strike early on Monday resulted in the temporary suspension of operations at the world's busiest air hub. It comes as the Middle East conflict enters its 16th day.
Kyrgyzstan lawmaker Shairbek Tashiev has resigned from parliament after being questioned by investigators. The Central Election Commission confirmed it has formally terminated his parliamentary mandate.
The other evening, I was fuelling my car at a petrol station in Kenya’s capital. It was one of those small moments most motorists barely notice. The attendant filled the tank, I glanced at the pump price, paid, and drove off.
The war in the Middle East is beginning to disrupt the flow of critical medicines to Gulf countries, raising concerns about the supply of cancer treatments and other temperature-sensitive drugs, according to pharmaceutical industry executives.
Iran says it is open to talks with countries seeking safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz - disrupted by recent attacks - as Israel continues to launch wide‑scale strikes on Iranian infrastructure in the west. This live report tracks the latest developments.
The Academy Awards nominations have been announced, with the crime drama Sinners leading the race securing a record 16 nominations ahead of the ceremony set for 15 March. The event, which honours the film industry’s top achievements over the past year, will be hosted by comedian Conan O'Brien.
A number of flights have resumed to and from Dubai International Airport, after a drone strike early on Monday resulted in the temporary suspension of operations at the world's busiest air hub. It comes as the Middle East conflict enters its 16th day.
Two Indian-flagged tankers, Shivalik and Nanda Devi, carrying 92,700 metric tons of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), are en route to India despite disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz caused by the ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran, the Indian Foreign Ministry said on Saturday (14 March).
Russia has imposed a fine of 35 million roubles (around $432,366) on the messaging platform Telegram for failing to remove content deemed illegal by the authorities, according to the Interfax news agency.
Madagascar's president, Michael Randrianirina announced the appointment of anti-corruption chief Mamitiana Rajaonarison as prime minister, six days after dismissing the previous premier along with the entire cabinet.
Nicolas Sarkozy is due back in court on Monday as he challenges a conviction linked to claims his 2007 election campaign sought financial backing from Libya under former leader Muammar Gaddafi.
Myanmar's Parliament will has convened for the first in the five years since the current military administration seized power five years ago ousting Nobel winner Aung San Suu Kyi.
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