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BBC witnesses Israeli settlers' attack on Palestinian farm in West Bank

A BBC team was interviewing a Palestinian farmer when masked men charged towards them..

19th August, 2025

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Spain and Portugal fires kill two more as Spanish troops battle blazes

Spain has sent 500 more troops to wildfire-affected regions, bringing the total deployed to 1,900..

19th August, 2025

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Japan chain stops rice ball sales after staff fake expiry dates

Ministop has apologised for 'significant inconvenience' as it suspended deli sales in 1,600 outlets..

19th August, 2025

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Entire church begins two-day journey across Swedish city

The landmark 113-year-old wooden building is at risk from subsidence and will be moved 5km on giant rolling platforms..

19th August, 2025

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'No-one comes for us': The women trapped in Afghanistan's mental health system

Accessing treatment in an Afghan mental health facility is difficult - but getting out can be harder..

19th August, 2025

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US East Coast faces life-threatening waves from Hurricane Erin

The Category 4 storm threatens to bring life-threatening surf and rip currents to the US East Coast..

19th August, 2025

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China and India should be partners, not adversaries, says foreign minister Wang Yi

Yi's India visit comes days before PM Modi's trip to China, and signals a further thaw in relations..

19th August, 2025

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Hamas source says group agrees to latest Gaza ceasefire proposal

The proposal from regional mediators would see Israeli hostages released in two batches during a 60-day truce, according to a Palestinian official..

19th August, 2025

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Zelensky leaves White House unscathed as he buys more time

Unlike February's row, Trump and Zelensky struck a more diplomatic tone despite their remaining differences..

19th August, 2025

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Four key takeaways from Ukraine talks in Washington

Ukraine's President Zelensky managed to avoid another disastrous Oval Office meeting with Donald Trump..

19th August, 2025