‘This may be the last time you hear my voice’: Political executions surge in Iran since start of war
Since the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February, the UN says it’s verified the execution of at least 32 political prisoners.
Vox becomes kingmaker as Sánchez suffers defeat in Spanish regional election – Financial Times
- Vox becomes kingmaker as Sánchez suffers defeat in Spanish regional election Financial Times
- Spain keeps tilting right under Pedro Sánchez's progressive push Euronews.com
- Spain’s conservatives forced to rely on far-right Vox party after losing majority in Andalucía The Guardian
- Andalusia wipe-out spells trouble for Spain’s Sánchez in 2027 election politico.eu
- Spanish Socialists Suffer Worst Loss Ever in Largest Region Bloomberg.com
Inside the ‘kill-zone’ on Ukraine’s front line, where new weapons have transformed war
Machines are increasingly replacing humans on the front line, but troops are still vital for defending territory.
From escaping child marriage ‘to an old pervert’ to becoming Sierra Leone’s first lady
The private world of one of Africa's most powerful political women is revealed in a BBC World Service exclusive.
Minnesota deploys national guard to help fight wildfires in northern region
Tim Walz, the state’s governor, calls blazes ‘unpredictable and fast-moving’ as dry, windy weather fuels them
Minnesota’s national guard has been activated to help battle wildfires burning in the northern part of the state after the department of natural resources requested additional support.
Governor Tim Walz authorized the deployment by issuing an executive order that declared a peacetime emergency.
Continue reading...UAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plant
The country is investigating the source of the strike, which it calls a "dangerous escalation".
Italy’s leaders visit victims of Modena car-ramming, stabbing attacks – Al Jazeera
- Italy’s leaders visit victims of Modena car-ramming, stabbing attacks Al Jazeera
- Four bystanders tackle knife-wielding driver after car plows into crowd in Italy CNN
- Man ploughs car into crowd in Italy before trying to stab them BBC
- Italian leaders visit Modena after car-ramming attack Reuters
- Italian minister says Modena attack raises integration concerns amid migration debate ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Death penalty law for West Bank Palestinians convicted of deadly terrorism comes into effect – The Times of Israel
- Death penalty law for West Bank Palestinians convicted of deadly terrorism comes into effect The Times of Israel
- Israel expands death penalty regime in the occupied West Bank Middle East Eye
- IDF extends death penalty law to West Bank Palestinians convicted of terror Haaretz
- Israel Prepares to Prosecute First Suspects in Oct. 7 Attack Led by Hamas The New York Times
- Israel passes law to allow death penalty and public trials for those linked to 7 October BBC
‘Won’t be anything left’: Trump issues threat to Iran amid stalled talks
The US president has pressured Iran to concede to demands including dismantling nuclear programme and missile stocks.
Israel kills at least five in Lebanon after ‘ceasefire’ extended
At least five people have been killed in Israeli air attacks on several locations in southern and eastern Lebanon.
DRC struggling to contain Ebola outbreak as cases spread
The Democratic Republic of Congo has faced repeated Ebola outbreaks.
Israeli strikes kill eight people in Gaza, medics say – Reuters
- Israeli strikes kill eight people in Gaza, medics say Reuters
- Three community kitchen workers among eight killed by Israel in Gaza Al Jazeera
- Gaza Hospital Says One Killed, Two Wounded in Israeli Strike Haaretz
- Israeli shelling strikes Khan Younis and Bureij refugee camp, Wafa reports Middle East Eye
- Palestinian reportedly killed in IDF strike in Gaza Strip The Times of Israel
Will the latest Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda spread further?
The World Health Organization declares the epidemic a global health emergency.
Iran Update Special Report, May 17, 2026 – Institute for the Study of War
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Mexican officials announce 10 dead in early-morning shooting in Tehuitzingo
Officials blamed the shooting on 'armed individuals', though no details were provided about attackers or their motives.
Israel kills three Palestinians in strike on an aid kitchen in Gaza
Israel bombed a kitchen that provided meals to the displaced in Gaza, killing three and injuring others.
Turkish flotilla to reach Israel in 48 hours, Netanyahu to meet with defense officials – The Jerusalem Post
- Turkish flotilla to reach Israel in 48 hours, Netanyahu to meet with defense officials The Jerusalem Post
- Gaza aid flotilla sets sail again after Israeli interceptions Reuters
- Flotilla heads for Gaza after Israel intercepted last convoy PBS
- Deported Gaza flotilla activists return aboard new Turkish convoy ynetnews
- New land-based humanitarian aid convoy sets off from Libya for Gaza Strip africanews.com
Peruvian authorities confirm Fujimori and Sanchez advance to runoff
Candidates will face off on June 7 election after first round of voting marred by logistical errors, fraud allegations.
Eurovision winner Dara arrives to screaming fans in Bulgaria
The 27-year-old's tune Bangaranga won Bulgaria its first ever title in the song contest.
How worrying is the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo? – BBC
- How worrying is the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo? BBC
- Global scramble to contain new Ebola outbreak as US looks to relocate ‘small number’ of citizens affected CNN
- Epidemic of Ebola Disease caused by Bundibugyo virus in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda determined a public health emergency of international concern World Health Organization (WHO)
- W.H.O. Declares Ebola Outbreak a Global Health Emergency The New York Times
- What to Know About Ebola Outbreak After WHO Sounds Global Alarm Bloomberg.com