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Sunday, December 21, 2025 7:17 PM ET

BBC News - World

US pursuing third oil tanker linked to Venezuela, official says - The move comes days after President Donald Trump said that he was ordering a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela. 48 mins ago - World

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Hosts Morocco beat stubborn Comoros in Afcon 2025 opener - Hosts Morocco see off a stubborn Comoros side 2-0 in the Afcon 2025 opener, with Ayoub El Kaabi netting a stunning overhead kick to seal victory.

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A memorial ends - but Bondi tragedy has left Australia reeling, again -- The Bondi shooting, and a deadly stabbing attack just last year, have left scores physically scarred and traumatised.

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How Israel's grassroots hostage families group became a powerful international force -- With just one hostage left in Gaza, members of the forum reflect on its influence in Israel and abroad.

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India express train kills seven elephants crossing tracks -- The collision happened early on Saturday in the north-eastern state of Assam, local officials say.

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Survivors 'nervous and sceptical' about release of remaining Epstein files -- US lawmakers who pushed for the documents to be made public have criticised the initial release as incomplete.

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Comedian Bowen Yang announces Saturday Night Live exit -- Yang, one of the most prominent cast members, also hosts a podcast and stars in the Wicked film series.

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Engineer becomes first wheelchair user to go to space -- "It was the coolest experience!" said Michaela Benthaus after the 10-minute Blue Origin flight.

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This billionaire tested China's limits. It cost him his freedom -- Lai, who is facing life in prison, always said he owed Hong Kong, a city that had given him "everything".

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Why British Jews are experiencing their biggest change in 60 years -- There have been shifts in how secure many British Jews feel - and how connected they feel to the rest of the community.

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Neither Russia nor France: One West African country walks a diplomatic tightrope -- As some West African nations choose to cement old ties with France or a new ally in Russia, Togo wants both.

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Palestinians tell BBC they were sexually abused in Israeli prisons -- Two men say they experienced the kind of abuse highlighted in recent reports on Israel's treatment of prisoners, which Israel denies.

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Steve Rosenberg: Was Putin's response to my question about war in Europe an olive branch? -- Russia's leader told our Russia editor that claims an attack on Europe was planned were "rubbish".

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Watch: Images, cassettes and high-profile figures from Epstein files -- The partial release of documents includes photos of the late sex offender's properties, audio files and redacted documents.

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Putin tells BBC Western leaders deceived Russia -- BBC Russia editor Steve Rosenberg had the opportunity to ask Vladimir Putin about his plans for the future of the country.

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Ros Atkins on... The alleged links between the UAE and Sudan's civil war -- BBC Analysis Editor Ros Atkins examines allegations of links between the UAE and Sudan's RSF in the civil war, as international efforts continue to seek an end to the fighting.

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What does TikTok's deal mean for America's users? -- The BBC's Asia business correspondent says it is still unclear what sort of experience TikTok users in the US will get.

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Surfers and swimmers pay tribute to victims of Bondi shooting -- Hundreds paddle out at Bondi beach to commemorate the shooting victims from Sunday's attack.

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The BBC goes to a rebel-held part of Myanmar, ahead of a government-mandated election starting this month.

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The photos were among the thousands of documents made public on Friday. By Saturday they had disappeared with no explanation or notice.

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High-profile figures, including Bill Clinton and Michael Jackson, can be seen in the long-awaited files.

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A further 10 people were injured in Bekkersdal after the perpetrators opened fire and "continued to shoot randomly".

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Far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said the move was about blocking the establishment of a Palestinian state.

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At least 347 people have now been put to death this year, according to the UK-based campaign group Reprieve.

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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was booed as he arrived at the memorial event.

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Anthony Albanese says the country must be in a position to respond to "the rapidly changing security environment".

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Pakistan's former PM, who is already serving time in prison, plans to challenge the verdict.

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