Live broadcasts from the Global Sumud flotilla show commandos boarding several boats trying to breach the Gaza maritime blockade.
Escaped tiger shot by German police after attacking man
The tiger escaped a facility owned by local trainer Carmen Zander, also known as Germany’s “Tiger Queen”, according to local media reports.
Driver of crashed train tested positive for drugs, Thai police say
The freight train collided with a bus in Bangkok, killing eight people and injuring dozens of others.
Trump warns ‘clock is ticking’ for Iran as peace progress stalls
Iranian media reports the US has not made concrete concessions in response to Tehran’s latest proposals.
‘Everest Man’ and ‘Mountain Queen’ break own records scaling world’s tallest peak
Kami Rita Sherpa and Lakpa Sherpa summited Everest for the 32nd and 11th time, respectively.
Taiwan will not provoke conflict nor give up sovereignty, says president
Lai Ching-te made his first direct response to Trump and Xi’s meeting where they discussed Taiwan independence.
Moment two fighter jets collide mid-air at US air show
Four crew members safely ejected from US Navy jets and are in a stable condition after the collision.
‘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.
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.


