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Man suspected of spying on UK military base for Iran arrested in Cyprus - Reuters
Man suspected of spying on UK military base for Iran arrested in Cyprus Reuters
July 31, 2026UK complacent about war threat, warns defence boss
The threat of attack has never been higher, the boss of Europe's biggest defence contractor has warned. Dr Charles Woodburn
July 23, 2026Anderson's journey to England star and potential record signing
Elliot Anderson has emerged as a key part of Thomas Tuchel's England side and is now on the brink of a big money move to Manchester City.
June 25, 2026Spain's visitor numbers hit new highs as tourists avoid Middle East
The European country had 9.1 million international visitors in April, the most ever for that month.
June 7, 2026Israeli forces board Gaza-bound flotilla near Cyprus, activists say
Live broadcasts from the Global Sumud flotilla show commandos boarding several boats trying to breach the Gaza maritime blockade.
May 18, 2026UK deploys warship to Middle East with eye on potential Hormuz mission - Reuters
UK deploys warship to Middle East with eye on potential Hormuz mission Reuters
May 9, 2026UK warship HMS Dragon heads to Middle East for potential Strait of Hormuz mission
The Ministry of Defence says the ship will prepare to join an international mission to safeguard shipping, but only when fighting in the region ends.
May 9, 2026Merz suggests Ukraine may have to accept territorial loss to help pave way for EU membership - Reuters
Merz suggests Ukraine may have to accept territorial loss to help pave way for EU membership Reuters
April 27, 2026Russian forces pound Ukraine's Dnipro, other areas, killing 10 people - Reuters
Russian forces pound Ukraine's Dnipro, other areas, killing 10 people Reuters
April 25, 2026Katya Adler: Europe's Nato allies push back at reported US threat to Spain
On Friday morning, souring relations between Europe and the United States reared its Medusa-like head again, writes the BBC's Europe editor.
April 25, 2026Nato says 'no provision' to expel members after report US could seek to suspend Spain
An internal Pentagon email reportedly outlines options to punish allies over a perceived lack of support for Iran war.
April 24, 2026Polish PM questions US loyalty in case of Russian attack, FT reports - Reuters
Polish PM questions US loyalty in case of Russian attack, FT reports Reuters
April 24, 2026EU approves €90bn loan for Ukraine as pipeline is turned on ending deadlock
Ukraine says it has reopened the Druzhba pipeline, after months of stalemate over stalled oil supplies to neighbouring Hungary.
April 22, 2026France and Greece to renew defence pact for another five years - Reuters
France and Greece to renew defence pact for another five years Reuters
April 19, 2026Scammers are becoming ever more sophisticated - this is what the fightback looks like
Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the scammers?
April 18, 2026Ten killed in Israeli strikes and clashes between Hamas and militia in Gaza, local sources say
The Israeli strikes reportedly targeted Hamas security personnel after they clashed with an Israeli-backed militia near Maghazi camp.
April 6, 2026Watch: Trump's shifting deadlines for ending Iran war
The BBC's chief international correspondent analyses the US President's latest White House address.
April 2, 2026One month in, what do American conservatives make of the war in Iran?
Attendees at the annual CPAC conference in Texas are conflicted about Operation Epic Fury, which was launched by the US and Israel on 28 February.
March 27, 2026BBC in Cuba as island plunged into darkness
More than 10 million people are enduring power cuts after Cuba's national electrical grid collapsed again.
March 22, 2026Ros Atkins on... Trump's mixed messages on the war
The BBC’s Analysis Editor looks at President Trump’s mixed messages on the war with Iran.
March 19, 2026Trump compares attack on Iran to Pearl Harbor in meeting with Japanese PM
In a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister, US President Donald Trump was asked why he didn't inform allies about his plan to attack Iran.
March 19, 2026As Cuba struggles with power cuts, how is the island holding up?
The BBC's Will Grant reports from the island days after the entire national electric grid collapsed.
March 19, 2026Venezuelans in Miami and Caracas celebrate historic WBC victory over USA
Venezuela won its first-ever World Baseball Classic title, defeating the United States 3–2 in the championship game.
March 18, 2026Trump 'not happy' with UK response to Iran conflict
It comes after Sir Keir Starmer said the UK was working with allies on a plan to protect the Strait of Hormuz.
March 16, 2026Italy weighs fuel-tax cuts as firms warn of energy price surge from Middle East war - Reuters
Italy weighs fuel-tax cuts as firms warn of energy price surge from Middle East war Reuters
March 8, 2026Trump praises Italy PM Meloni's willingness to help in U.S.-Israel war with Iran - Reuters
Trump praises Italy PM Meloni's willingness to help in U.S.-Israel war with Iran Reuters
March 8, 2026Trump accuses Starmer of seeking to 'join wars after we've already won'
The remarks come after a public back-and-forth between Trump and Sir Keir Starmer over UK involvement in the US's joint offensive with Israel against Iran.
March 8, 2026Four killed in Beirut hotel strike, Israel says it targeted Iranian commanders - Reuters
Four killed in Beirut hotel strike, Israel says it targeted Iranian commanders Reuters
March 8, 2026Italy defence minister urges arms industry to speed up production - Reuters
Italy defence minister urges arms industry to speed up production Reuters
March 7, 2026Iran will continue to defend itself against aggression, ambassador to UK says
Seyed Ali Mousavi tells Laura Kuenssberg Iran's response depends on the actions of the US and Israel.
March 7, 2026Isolated and under fire: Iran strikes out as Russia and China stand aside - Reuters
Isolated and under fire: Iran strikes out as Russia and China stand aside Reuters
March 5, 2026Spain's Pedro Sánchez hits back at Trump threat to sever trade saying 'no to war'
Spain's prime minister delivers a strong rebuttal to US President Donald Trump's threat to end trade with his country.
March 4, 2026France sending aircraft carrier to Mediterranean, Macron says - Reuters
France sending aircraft carrier to Mediterranean, Macron says Reuters
March 3, 2026Why Europe's leaders have struggled to speak as one on Iran
European nations say they want to work better together but have differing priorities
March 3, 2026Britain sends helicopters with counter-drone tech to Cyprus, deploys naval vessel - Reuters
Britain sends helicopters with counter-drone tech to Cyprus, deploys naval vessel Reuters
March 3, 2026Mafia boss behind notorious murders in Italy dies behind bars in Milan
"Nitto" Santapaola was believed to have masterminded the murder of one of Italy's most famous anti-mafia prosecutors in 1992.
March 3, 2026Watch: The third day of the US-Israeli war with Iran
A fast-moving day saw the conflict widen in the region, with strikes being traded between opposing sides.
March 2, 2026