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Russian superyacht sails through strait despite blockade
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Published: April 29, 2026 08:43
A superyacht linked to one of Russian President Vladimir Putin's key allies has sailed through the Strait of Hormuz, despite the ongoing blockade of the critical shipping channel.
Weeks of silence over Iran school strike highly unusual, former US officials say
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Published: April 29, 2026 02:01
In the two months since the deadly strike, the Pentagon has said only that the incident is under investigation.
A faraway conflict threatens livelihoods in India's glass hub
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Published: April 28, 2026 23:27
Supply disruptions due to Middle East tensions have pushed up costs in India’s glass industry, putting workers at risk.
Homecare workers warn fuel costs are unsustainable
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Published: April 28, 2026 10:56
Homecare providers say rising fuel prices have already resulted in workers leaving the sector.
Russian superyacht sails through Strait of Hormuz despite blockade
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Published: April 28, 2026 01:31
The 141m-long vessel, linked to a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, cleared the waterway despite an ongoing blockade.
Did Trump save eight Iranian women from execution?
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Published: April 26, 2026 19:16
The US president says he saved eight Iranian women from execution, but Iran says otherwise.
UK steps up plans for potential shortages caused by Iran war
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Published: April 25, 2026 23:55
Officials are monitoring stock levels and planning for any potential disruptions to the supply chain.
Trump cancels US envoys' trip to Pakistan for talks on Iran war
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Published: April 25, 2026 21:34
Iran had earlier said there were no plans for a direct meeting with a US delegation led by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
Protest at RAF base being used in Iran conflict
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Published: April 25, 2026 12:19
Hundreds of people are protesting against the UK military base being used in the Iran conflict.
Trump's envoys Witkoff and Kushner to fly to Pakistan for Iran talks
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Published: April 24, 2026 22:02
Iran says its Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is already in Pakistan but that there is no meeting planned between Iran and the US.
Who is making decisions in Iran?
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Published: April 24, 2026 16:38
Iran's new supreme leader is supposed to have the final say, but in practice the picture is far murkier.
'A dangerous standoff' as Strait of Hormuz blockade continues
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Published: April 24, 2026 09:26
The US and Iran's rival blockades of the Strait of Hormuz have become a "test of wills", says Lyse Doucet.
Masked Iranian forces seized ships in staged video
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Published: April 24, 2026 09:22
IRGC Naval Command said both a Greek-owned vessel called the Epaminondas and the Panama-flagged MSC Francesca had been seized.
Is this video of Iranian forces seizing a ship staged?
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Published: April 23, 2026 22:00
Iranian state media have shared footage appearing to show forces boarding two cargo ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
US boards ship carrying Iran oil as Trump threatens mine-laying vessels
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Published: April 23, 2026 19:18
Central Command said it has intercepted 33 vessels since imposing a blockade on ships coming to and from Iran.
Masked Iranian forces appear to seize ships in staged video
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Published: April 23, 2026 18:15
Analysis indicates that parts of the video appear to have been filmed hours after the ships were reportedly seized.
Daily life in Tehran continues - but money is short and risk of war looms
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Published: April 23, 2026 11:26
The BBC's Lyse Doucet reports from Iran, where the buzz of busy shopping streets masks deep uncertainty over the country's future.
The Global Story
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Published: April 23, 2026 09:00
Why didn’t the US-Iran talks go ahead this week? Plus, a big question from listeners
Iran says Strait of Hormuz cannot be opened due to ceasefire breaches
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Published: April 22, 2026 22:29
Iran's chief negotiator says "violations" by the US and Israel make it impossible to open the strait.
Tracking ships under fire in the Strait of Hormuz
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Published: April 22, 2026 20:12
Iran's top negotiator says it's "not possible to reopen" the strait due to "blatent violations" of US-Iran ceasefire.
US and Iran in blockade standoff as Pakistan pushes for talks
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Published: April 22, 2026 16:19
The mood in the Strait of Hormuz remains combustible despite Trump's ceasefire extension.
Will anyone turn up in Islamabad for peace talks?
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Published: April 22, 2026 15:50
The BBC's Azadeh Moshiri is in Islamabad, where preparations for the peace talks continue, despite no confirmed date.
Three cargo ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz after Trump extends ceasefire
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Published: April 22, 2026 10:00
One of the cargo ships was 'heavily damaged' by Iranian forces, a British maritime agency reported on Wednesday.
US and Iran 'locked in war of words' says Lyse Doucet
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Published: April 22, 2026 08:37
The US confirmed on Tuesday night that the Vice-President's trip to Pakistan for a second round of peace talks has been cancelled.
'No decision' on joining Islamabad peace talks, says Iranian spokesman
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Published: April 22, 2026 07:39
Esmail Baghaei expressed concern regarding the US’s naval blockade of its ports and the seizure of an Iranian vessel.
Extension of US-Iran ceasefire gives 'breathing space'
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Published: April 21, 2026 22:17
The BBC's chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet reports from Tehran as Trump announces an extension of the ceasefire with Iran.
Iran yet to decide if it will attend new peace talks with US, official tells BBC
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Published: April 21, 2026 19:27
Iran's foreign ministry says the US has shown a "lack of good faith" towards negotiations.
'No decision' on joining talks with US, Iranian foreign ministry spokesman tells BBC
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Published: April 21, 2026 18:59
Esmail Baghaei expressed concern regarding the US’s naval blockade of its ports and the seizure of an Iranian vessel.
Iran sees mass redundancies from war with US and Israel
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Published: April 21, 2026 16:05
The impact is being felt by manufacturers, retailers and the digital sector, amid warnings it could get worse if the war resumes.
Why did US and Israel attack Iran and how long could the war last?
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Published: April 21, 2026 15:07
Conflict spread across the Middle East after the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran on 28 February.
Lyse Doucet: Iran sending 'mixed messages' on talks
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Published: April 21, 2026 08:43
US media has reported that Vice-President JD Vance will travel to Pakistan on Tuesday, but Tehran hasn’t confirmed it will send a delegation for talks in Islamabad.
Trump says US will not lift Hormuz blockade until deal made with Iran
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Published: April 20, 2026 21:52
The US president's comments come amid uncertainty over whether Iran will attend peace talks in Pakistan this week.
What we know about the Iranian ship seized by the US
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Published: April 20, 2026 20:04
The US has intercepted an Iranian ship entering the Gulf as part of its naval blockade, US President Donald Trump has said.