Iran faces 'greatest financial offensive ever', says US treasury secretary
Scott Bessent says the US will sever all economic ties with the country and that any nation partnering with Iran financially will also be isolated.
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UK PM Burnham vows support for Ukraine despite 'outrageous threats' from Russia
It comes after Moscow warned of “consequences” over the reported use of British drones by Ukraine.
Outrage in Nepal over rape and murder of three-year-old girl
There have been protests since the girl was found dead last week, three days after she went missing.
Is UK's Storm Shadow missile a game changer for Ukraine?
Correspondent Joe Inwood breaks down the weapons technology that could make a difference in the Russia-Ukraine war.
Access to Zambian courts prevented as election petition deadline looms
Preparations for President Hakainde Hichilema’s second inauguration appear to be continuing.
Nearly 90,000 told to evacuate as wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada
The fire has burned around 10,500 acres and is completely uncontained, officials say.
Four arrested over boxing champion's murder in South Africa
One of the suspects is due in court on Monday to be charged with murder and attempted murder.
King of Norway's health has worsened, palace says
Norway’s King Harald remains in hospital receiving antibiotics for a bloodstream bacterial infection.
Shein aims for almost $27bn valuation in stock market debut
The fast-fashion giant’s shares are due to start trading in Hong Kong on 1 September.
Maradona's 'Hand of God' ball sells for £2.5m
The football with which Diego Maradona scored his famous ‘hand of God’ goal in the 1986 World Cup quarter-final victory over England is sold at auction.