From AI to interceptors, Ukraine is trying to drone-proof its skies

21.05.2026 13:01 After four years of Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukraine has become far more successful at fighting off air raids.

Austrian ex-intelligence officer found guilty of Russia spying charges

21.05.2026 00:30 The spy scandal has revived fears that Austria remains a hotbed of Russian espionage activity.

Why Russian jets intercepting an RAF spy plane is 'serious incident'

21.05.2026 00:30 The BBC's Frank Gardner explained how the incident highlighted tense relations between Russia and Nato.

Rosenberg: Putin enjoys Xi's Chinese welcome but heads home without pipeline deal

20.05.2026 18:45 Russia and China showed they were shoulder-to-shoulder on the world stage, but it became clear there are limits, says the BBC's Russia Editor.

Murder or accident? Mystery of Mango tycoon's hiking death after son's arrest

20.05.2026 18:45 Isak Andic's son Jonathan denies involvement in the fatal fall of his father, who founded one of Europe's biggest clothing empires.

Lithuania's leaders take shelter during drone air alert

20.05.2026 18:45 Flights were suspended and people were urged to take shelter after a suspected drone was detected near the Belarus border.

Whale to be removed from Danish island after failed German rescue

20.05.2026 18:45 Danish officials will conduct a post mortem examination on the whale, which was released into the sea from a barge more than two weeks ago.

Xi basks in spotlight as he hosts Putin days after Trump

20.05.2026 18:45 Two presidential visits days apart is how Xi Jinping wants the world to see him: talking to everyone, tied to no-one.

Trump's Greenland envoy faces uphill battle on mission to make 'friends'

20.05.2026 12:16 Jeff Landry's visit to the territory, a semi-autonomous part of Denmark, has touched a nerve among some Greenlanders.

UK loosens Russian oil sanctions as fuel prices rise

20.05.2026 12:16 The waiver reflects increasing supply concerns over certain fuels due to the effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

Norwegian journalist's question to Modi sparks controversy in India

20.05.2026 12:16 Journalist Helle Lyng faced an online backlash after asking Modi why he does not take questions from the press.

Three Canadian off-duty officers arrested in Spain over 'serious' allegations

20.05.2026 12:16 The officers were vacationing in Barcelona, Spain, and not on official duties, Toronto Police Service said.

Are Putin and Xi best friends?

20.05.2026 12:16 Two BBC correspondents break down the China-Russia relationship.

Estonia says Nato jet shot down drone over its territory

20.05.2026 00:15 Estonia suspects the drone was a Ukrainian projectile knocked off course by Russian electronic jamming.

Singer Patrick Bruel denies wave of sexual assault allegations in France

20.05.2026 00:15 Among Bruel's latest accusers is well-known TV and radio presenter Flavie Flament, who alleges he raped her in 1991.