US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth offered few details about the operation, leaving questions unanswered about the scope or duration.
‘They hit so hard the house was shaking’: Iranians describe impact of US-Israel attacks
People in Iran tell the BBC they hear explosions day and night, as the US and Israel continue striking the country for a third day.
Watch: Video appears to show US F-15 fighter jet crashing in Kuwait
The US says six of its F-15 jets were “mistakenly shot down by Kuwaiti air defenses”, with all crew in a stable condition.
Michael B Jordan upends Oscars race as Sinners wins big at Actor Awards
The US star’s best actor win for Sinners leaves the Oscars race too close to call.
Oil prices jump after ships attacked near Strait of Hormuz
Experts have warned that a prolonged conflict could push global energy prices even higher.
Kidnapping of foreigners soars in Africa’s lawless Sahel region
Growing insecurity in the Sahel made 2025 one of the worst years on record for the abduction of foreigners in Africa.
Watch: Retaliations continue on day two of US-Israel attacks on Iran
Donald Trump warned of more US deaths after three US service members have been killed in action on the second day of US-Israel attack on Iran.
Deadly Texas bar shooting ‘potentially act of terrorism’, FBI says
Two people were killed and 14 injured, with the suspected gunman, identified by some media outlets, also shot dead.
Could Kim’s teen daughter become North Korea’s next leader?
Kim Jue Ae is becoming more visible alongside her father, but much about her remains a mystery.
Nine dead in missile attack on Israel as Iran strikes region
Several deaths are reported across the Middle East as Tehran retaliates for massive strikes by the US and Israel.
