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Iranian official threatens to "set fire" to any ships passing through the crucial Strait of Hormuz. Source link

A remarkable 80% of the country's lanterns are still made by hand in one small town in Hebei Province. Source link

The US-Israeli war with Iran entered its third day with more violent drone and air strikes traded between the opposing sides.In a fast-moving day, the US struck locations in Iran, with scenes of devastation seen on the streets.Israel launched strikes on Lebanon, targeting sites believed to be Hezbollah positions.Three US fighter jets crashed in Kuwait, which the US says went down in apparent friendly fire.In Cyprus, a British RAF base was hit by an Iranian drone, causing an…

Dubai’s reputation as a prosperous destination for expats and influencers has changed for some following Iranian strikes. Source link

The Strait of Hormuz is a key artery for the movement of global energy supplies. BBC Verify's Ben Chu has been looking at what's been happening to marine traffic in the strait since the US-Israel war with Iran broke out - and examining the potential economic fallout. Produced by Jemimah HerdGraphics by Sally Nicholls Source link

Emmanuel Macron said eight countries could enjoy protection from France's nuclear umbrella - but that Paris would retain sole decision-making power. Source link

Lebanon's health ministry says 31 people were killed by Israeli strikes, while there are no reports of casualties in Israel. Source link

The painting, created by the Dutch master in 1633, had disappeared after being sold in 1961. Source link

The condition is "not a joke", the Tourette Action charity says, as the Baftas fallout continues. Source link

Peacekeepers are sheltering about 1,000 civilians near their base and providing emergency care. Source link

A host of deals, including one to supply India with uranium, is unveiled as Mark Carney meets Narendra Modi in Delhi. Source link

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth offered few details about the operation, leaving questions unanswered about the scope or duration. Source link