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In Tehran, money is short and a return to war looms over daily life

April 23, 2026 - 20:26
The BBC's Lyse Doucet reports from Iran, where the buzz of busy shopping streets masks deep uncertainty over the country's future.
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BBC visits migrant camp in northern France as new deal announced

April 23, 2026 - 18:39
A proposed three-year deal with Paris is aimed at stopping migrants crossing the Channel on small boats.
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US Navy chief leaving post 'effective immediately', Pentagon says

April 23, 2026 - 17:37
Reports say Phelan, whose role was largely administrative, left amid tension over US shipbuilding.
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Two trains collide head-on in Denmark, leaving four critically hurt

April 23, 2026 - 17:02
The accident happened early on Thursday at a level crossing north of Copenhagen.
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Lebanon accuses Israel of targeting journalist killed in air strike

April 23, 2026 - 13:25
Lebanon's prime minister accused Israel of war crimes after IDF attacks on Red Cross vehicles also stopped rescuers from reaching the site.
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Lebanon accuses Israel of targeting journalist killed in airstrike

April 23, 2026 - 13:25
Lebanon's prime minister accused Israel of war crimes after IDF attacks on Red Cross vehicles also stopped rescuers from reaching the site.
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US Navy chief leaving post 'effective immediately', Pentagon says

April 23, 2026 - 10:56
US Navy Secretary John Phelan is the latest high-ranking military leader to leave the administration in recent months.
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Girl, 14, found in singer D4vd's car died of 'multiple injuries'

April 23, 2026 - 09:39
The medical examiner said the 14-year-old's cause of death was determined months ago but was blocked from release.
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Officials release cause of death for teen found dead in singer D4vd's car

April 23, 2026 - 09:39
The medical examiner said the 14-year-old's cause of death was determined months ago but was blocked from release.
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He wasn't guilty but delays left this man jailed for five years without trial

April 23, 2026 - 08:37
At 17, Rasheed Wasiu was detained as security forces cracked down on protests against police brutality.
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Zambia's government takes possession of ex-president's body in repatriation row

April 23, 2026 - 08:33
Zambia authorities and Edgar Lungu's family are in a dispute over where former leader's remains should be buried.
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China weathered Trump's tariffs - but the Iran war is taking a toll

April 23, 2026 - 06:23
The Middle East conflict is putting pressure on factory orders, costs and jobs in China's export-driven economy.
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China weathered Trump's tariffs - but the Iran war is taking a toll

April 23, 2026 - 06:23
The Middle East conflict is putting pressure on factory orders, costs and jobs in China's export-driven economy.
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Billionaire backer sues Trump family's crypto firm over alleged extortion

April 23, 2026 - 03:10
Billionaire investor Justin Sun is suing the family's World Liberty crypto venture after spending $45m on its tokens.
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EU approves €90bn loan for Ukraine as pipeline is turned on ending deadlock

April 23, 2026 - 02:48
Ukraine says it has reopened the Druzhba pipeline, after months of stalemate over stalled oil supplies to neighbouring Hungary.
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Nigeria's suspected coup plotters deny treason charges

April 23, 2026 - 02:33
Allegations of a coup plot first surfaced last year when an Independence Day parade was cancelled.
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Pope Leo criticises Equatorial Guinea prisons as he winds up Africa tour

April 23, 2026 - 02:04
The Pope gives a frank and passionate speech, the likes of which have characterised his tour of Africa.
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Pope Leo criticises Equatorial Guinea prisons as he winds up Africa tour

April 23, 2026 - 01:34
The Pope gives a frank and passionate speech, the likes of which have characterised his tour of Africa.
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US and Iran in blockade standoff as Pakistan pushes for talks

April 23, 2026 - 01:19
The mood in the Strait of Hormuz remains combustible despite Trump's ceasefire extension.
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US and Iran in blockade standoff as Pakistan pushes for talks

April 23, 2026 - 01:19
The mood in the Strait of Hormuz remains combustible despite Trump's ceasefire extension.
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