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Trump says world has 10 days to see if Iran deal reached - The US is surging forces to the Middle East amid negotiations with the Islamic Republic over its nuclear programme. 19 mins ago - World

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Sudan atrocities are 'hallmarks of genocide', UN says -- A UN fact-finding mission issued the report after investigating the capture of el-Fasher by the Rapid Support Forces.

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White House presses Iran to make deal, while ramping up military presence -- US media reports that Trump has discussed attack options with advisers, and a strike could happen as early as Saturday.

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As Trump retreats from climate goals, China is becoming a green superpower - China, the world's top carbon emitter, is also at the helm of a renewables revolution.

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Son of Robert Mugabe arrested in South Africa on suspicion of attempted murder -- Bellarmine Mugabe is in custody after a man who worked at the place where he was staying was shot and injured. -- Africa

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South Korea's ex-president jailed for life over martial law attempt -- Yoon Suk Yeol's December 2024 martial law bid fundamentally damaged South Korea's democracy, a judge told the court. -- Asia

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Hamas is reasserting control in Gaza despite its heavy losses fighting Israel -- Gazans say Hamas is again extending its control over security, tax revenue and government services.

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Do not give away Diego Garcia, Trump tells UK in fresh attack on Chagos deal -- The president's comments come just a day after the US gave its official backing to the UK's Chagos deal.

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Eight skiers found dead after California avalanche -- Fifteen skiers went missing on Tuesday following a massive avalanche in California's Lake Tahoe region. One person remains missing but is presumed dead.

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Over 1,000 Kenyans enlisted to fight in Russia-Ukraine war, report says -- Investigators call the recruitment a well-organised trafficking ring involving immigration staff and security agencies.

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Desperate hunt for breakthrough in Nancy Guthrie case turns to Mexico -- The search for the 84-year-old mother of US presenter Savannah Guthrie has moved into a third week.

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US-Iran tension: Why Tehran may choose confrontation over 'surrender' -- The Iranian leadership is weighing up whether resisting US demands is the best option for its survival.

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US build-up of warships and fighter jets tracked near Iran -- A second US aircraft carrier appears to be heading towards the Middle East, as Washington puts pressure on Iran.

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Musk cuts Starlink access for Russian forces - giving Ukraine an edge at the front -- Ukrainian troops say Russian forces are suffering setbacks without access to Elon Musk's system.

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The teacher who won $1m for turning India's slums into open-air classrooms -- Rouble Nagi has spent the last three decades promoting learning among India's marginalised communities.

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How two farms in Senegal supply many of the UK's vegetables -- During winter in Britain fresh produce is sent by cargo ship from the West African nation every week.

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Flying oranges: Italian town celebrates carnival with historic street battle -- A town in northern Italy has started celebrating carnival with its annual Battle of the Oranges where people hurl the fruit at each other for fun.

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Giant robot tribute to Brazil's President Lula comes last in carnival competition -- Rio de Janeiro's iconic Carnival parades began with a tribute to Brazil's President Lula, illustrating his rise from poverty to power.

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Watch: Moment crew docks at International Space Station -- The crew blasted off from Cape Canaveral in a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft atop a Falcon 9 rocket.

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Tribes grant the Colorado River legal personhood - can this help save it? -- The river, which runs through seven US states that share it, is currently facing the worst drought in 1,200 years.

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Gasps and disbelief in US as 'Quad God's' Olympic dream crumbles -- The BBC visited the skating rink in Virginia where the 'Quad God' trains, as his closest friends and teammates expected to watch him win gold.

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Trump's Board of Peace members pledge $7bn in Gaza relief -- Trump said it "looks like" Hamas will disarm, even though there are signs the group is regrouping.

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BBC goes inside the beach volleyball contest hours from the nearest coast -- For 25 years, a rural Australian town has been transforming its main street into an inland beach.

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UK has not given US permission to use RAF bases for Iran strikes -- It comes as US President Donald Trump criticises Sir Keir Starmer's deal to hand over the Chagos Islands.

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Trump-appointed panel approves White House ballroom project -- A commission made up of Trump appointees signed off on the design after architects made changes in response to concerns.

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Man jailed for causing unlawful termination of pregnancy -- Adeleke Adelani forced his victim to take five misoprostol tablets on Valentine's Day 2020, the court heard.

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What could happen if the US strikes Iran? Here are seven scenarios -- From regime change to retaliation, the BBC's Frank Gardner outlines possible outcomes of US strikes on Iran.

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Ukraine in maps: Tracking the war with Russia -- How Russia's gradual gains in the face of fierce Ukrainian opposition have affected the front line in recent months.

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