President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump inaugurated the National Christmas Tree lighting in Washington D.C., marking the start of the holiday season with a speech emphasising Christian values. Read the full story.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump hosted the 103rd National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at the White House. The event featured scripture, tributes to soldiers, and a celebration of the festive season. Read the full story.
Ireland, the Netherlands, Slovenia, and Spain withdraw from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in protest of Israel's involvement. Read the full story on the escalating cultural boycott.
The EBU confirms Israel's place at Eurovision 2026, prompting a boycott by Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Slovenia. The BBC supports inclusion, calling music a uniting force.
Exclusive analysis reveals Vladimir Putin's rejection of Trump's peace plan and nuclear threats are a calculated strategy to sway the US President and secure Russian gains in Ukraine. Read the full report.
The BBC supports the EBU's decision to include Israel in Eurovision 2026, despite boycotts from Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands, and Slovenia over Gaza. Read the full story.
Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia withdraw from Eurovision 2026 after the EBU permits Israel to compete. Discover the reasons behind the boycott and its impact on the contest.
US Vice President JD Vance's office sent Hanukkah reception invitations stating 'Celebrating 50 years of Christmas' in an embarrassing gaffe. Read the full story of the holiday mix-up.
US President Donald Trump hosts leaders of DR Congo and Rwanda for a major peace and minerals deal signing in Washington, despite ongoing violence in eastern Congo. Read the full analysis.
US President Donald Trump aims to broker a peace deal between DRC and Rwanda, ending decades of conflict driven by critical minerals. Will this summit succeed where others failed?
Ireland, the Netherlands, Spain and Slovenia pull out of Eurovision 2026, citing Gaza conflict. The BBC supports the EBU's decision to allow Israel to compete. Read the full story.
Luiza Rozova, 22, believed to be Vladimir Putin's daughter, expressed regret for Russia's invasion when confronted by a Ukrainian journalist in Paris. Read the full emotional exchange.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed disagreement with parts of a US-backed peace initiative for Ukraine, casting doubt on a breakthrough. Read the latest on the diplomatic tensions and his pivotal visit to New Delhi.
A landmark UN Security Council delegation visited Damascus to build trust and discuss Syria's political transition, marking a major step in its international reintegration. Read the full report.
Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia will boycott Eurovision 2026 after Israel's participation was confirmed. Read the full statements and the political fallout.
Russian President Vladimir Putin says parts of a US proposal to end the war in Ukraine are unacceptable. Read the latest on the stalled diplomatic push and ongoing attacks.
Ireland, Spain, the Netherlands and Slovenia will not participate in Eurovision 2026 after Israel was cleared to compete. Read the full statements and reasons behind the historic boycott.
Ireland, Spain and the Netherlands withdraw from the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest following the EBU's decision to include Israel. Read the full statement from RTE.
Ireland, Spain, and The Netherlands will boycott the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest after the EBU cleared Israel to compete. Read the full story on the diplomatic fallout.
A major US initiative to end Russia's war in Ukraine has triggered intense global diplomacy. Follow the key meetings and developments as negotiators race for a deal.
A major US diplomatic initiative to end the war in Ukraine has triggered a whirlwind of global meetings. Discover the key dates and players in the latest push for peace.
Ireland, Spain and The Netherlands will boycott Eurovision 2026 after Israel was cleared to compete. The EBU adopted new voting rules amid controversy. Read the full story.
Charlotte Charles says she can 'rest easier' after an independent review found the FCO failed to treat her son's death as a crisis. Read the full report's findings.
Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau blend romance with diplomacy in Tokyo, meeting former Japanese PM Fumio Kishida. Get the latest on their whirlwind tour and relationship.
Ireland, Spain and the Netherlands will boycott Eurovision 2026 after the EBU cleared Israel to compete without a vote. Discover the fallout and new rules.
The US Institute of Peace has been renamed after Donald Trump, sparking a legal fight. Read the full story on the controversial rebranding and ongoing court battle.
Leaked call reveals European leaders' fears that US negotiations could endanger Zelenskyy and Ukraine's sovereignty. Discover the high-stakes diplomatic tensions.
Iran's football federation reverses boycott decision for the 2026 World Cup draw in Washington. Head coach attends, but president's visa was denied. Read the full diplomatic and sporting clash.
Marco Rubio's absence from urgent NATO talks on Ukraine signals a major US foreign policy shift towards Venezuela, exposing deep rifts within the Trump administration. Read the full analysis.
Leaked transcript reveals Macron's fears Trump will force Ukraine to cede land to Russia. European leaders rally to protect Zelensky as US peace plan falters. Read the full report.