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BBC News - Breaking news, video and the latest top stories from the U.S. and around the world. News LIVE Hegseth says today will be 'most intense' of US war on Iran, as people in Tehran describe strikes to BBC "They hit hard last night," one person in Iran says.

"All you can see in our house are cracks in the walls. Sleeping has become the hardest thing for me." The US president has tried to soothe nerves over oil and markets, but his comments still lack clarity, writes Anthony Zurcher. A shock to oil supplies is rattling financial markets, driving up prices at the pump and raising fears of a bigger economic hit.

News LIVE Hegseth says today will be 'most intense' of US war on Iran, as people in Tehran describe strikes to BBC "They hit hard last night," one person in Iran says. "All you can see in our house are cracks in the walls. Sleeping has become the hardest thing for me." The US president has tried to soothe nerves over oil and markets, but his comments still lack clarity, writes Anthony Zurcher.

A shock to oil supplies is rattling financial markets, driving up prices at the pump and raising fears of a bigger economic hit. Concern has grown for team after one critic called them "wartime traitors" for failing to salute during the Iranian anthem. Mojtaba Khamenei, 56, enters power as the Islamic republic faces its most serious crisis.

It has made navigation hazardous in the Gulf, spurring efforts to develop alternatives. President Aoun outlines a path towards "permanent security and stability", as Israeli strikes targeting Hezbollah continue. A law that could threaten the rights of minority groups is a sign of the direction Xi is taking China.

The California desert is seeing its most colourful display in a decade as flowers cover the region. Europe's largest carmaker said post-tax profits had dropped to their lowest level since 2016. The shadow of Greene, who resigned from Congress after a rift with the president, looms large over a crowded contest.

Official data shows shipments rose by 20% this year with growth in European and other Asia markets. The family alleges the firm knew the perpetrator was planning a "mass casualty event" but failed to contact the authorities. It comes as Norwegian police investigate an explosion that occurred outside the US embassy in Oslo on Sunday.

Conflict has spread across the Middle East since the US and Israel launched wide-ranging strikes on Iran on 28 February. Restaurants and other businesses are scrambling to keep going and warning of shutdowns due to the conflict. The US president's comments lead to a drop in crude costs and a rebound in shares.

Trump says Iran war will be over 'very soon', but not this week At his press briefing, the US president claimed the operation was a "tremendous success", but added that he wants to ensure Iran cannot develop nuclear weaponry. Is the backlash against Timothée Chalamet about more than his views on ballet and opera? This election is the first since a violent youth-led uprising toppled the government in 2025.

Despite Para-ice hockey being a 'mixed' event at the Winter Paralympics, just one female player will compete at Milan-Cortina. The warning comes as work to spot and combat deepfakes ahead of the Senedd election is taking place. Ben hasn't spoken to his mother for three years, and helps others experiencing family estrangement.

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Uefa is seriously concerned that the Premier League's new financial rules could further impact competitive balance. Former US Open champion Gary Woodland says he "can't waste energy any more" hiding his struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder. Jamaican side Mount Pleasant will be without 10 first-team players for their Champions Cup tie against LA Galaxy after they were denied visas to enter the United States.

As Arsenal pursue a first Premier League title in 22 years, BBC Sport looks at how the relationship between Mikel Arteta and his assistant, Gabriel Heinze, is helping them. Brentford are beaten by West Ham on penalties as Dango Ouattara is left to rue a missed Panenka. Is there ever a right rime to take one?

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