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BBC News

Strait of Hormuz closed again, Iran says, as ships attacked

Tehran is blaming a US blockade for its actions, saying it breaches the ceasefire the two reached.

Apr 18

BBC News

At least six killed in Kyiv as gunman opens fire and takes hostages

The attacker, who took hostages inside a supermarket, was killed after a shoot-out with police, officials say.

Apr 18

BBC News

Pope says 'tyrants' speech was not aimed at Trump

The pontiff says his remarks have been misinterpreted after a spat with the US president.

Apr 18

BBC News

Mexico's Sheinbaum denies 'diplomatic crisis' with Spain after conquest row

The Mexican president says there were never tension over Spainish colonisation, which had become a thorny issue.

Apr 18

BBC News

Madonna joins Sabrina Carpenter to surprise Coachella

The Queen of Pop makes a guest appearance during the Espresso singer's headline set.

Apr 18

BBC News

French film star Nathalie Baye dies aged 77, media report

President Emmanuel Macron said France had "loved, dreamed and grown up" with the stalwart of French cinema.

Apr 18

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