Russia blames Ukrainian naval drones as tanker sinks in Mediterranean
The Arctic Metagaz went down between Libya and Malta after it was hit by explosions and a fire, Libyan officials say.
Iran postpones Khamenei funeral as US-Israeli bombardment continues
An official says more preparations are needed for the three-day ceremony in Tehran, where the supreme leader will lie in state.
Watershed moment as Russia’s sporting exile ends
Sports Editor Dan Roan analyses Russia’s controversial return to global sporting action at the Winter Paralympics and what it might mean for other sports.
US Senate to vote on Trump’s war powers as Iran conflict continues
The measure, which is not expected to pass, would require the withdrawal of US forces from the operation until approved by Congress.
US and Ecuador forces launch operation to fight drug trafficking
Washington says the two countries are combatting ‘designated terrorist organisations’ in Ecuador.
Regulator contacts Meta over workers watching intimate AI glasses videos
Videos, including of glasses-wearers using the toilet or having sex, are sometimes reviewed by a Kenya-based subcontractor.
Higher tariffs likely this week, says US Treasury
Scott Bessent says that “likely sometime this week” the US will increase its global tariff on imports from the existing 10%.
Nigeria halts Christian pilgrimages to Holy Land over Middle East conflict
NCPC say the measure is necessary to prioritise the “safety and comfort” of Nigerian pilgrims.
Watch: Heavy gunfire heard as BBC reports from border of Israel and Lebanon
From the Israeli town of Metula on the border with Lebanon, the BBC’s Jon Donnison heard what sounded like a full-on gun battle.
Israel tells people in large parts of southern Lebanon to leave ahead of attacks
Civilians are being displaced, taking shelter in tents, parks and cars, as Israel retaliates to Hezbollah rocket attack.
