Acclaimed Peruvian writer Alfredo Bryce Echenique dies aged 87 The author is best known for his novel A World for Julius, which chronicles the frivolous lives of the elite. 4 weeks ago bbc.com
Air strikes cause black rain and ‘unprecedented’ pollution in Tehran, scientists say Air strikes have damaged at least four oil facilities since US-Israeli attacks on Iran began last month. 4 weeks ago bbc.com
Steve Rosenberg: Russia seeks diplomatic and economic gains from Iran war President Putin pits himself as a potential mediator but that's not an easy sell, writes the BBC's Russia editor. 4 weeks ago bbc.com
War expands to central Beirut as Israeli strike kills Iranians in luxury hotel Israel's military says it targeted Quds Force operatives after a return to war with Lebanon's Hezbollah movement, but Iran says… 4 weeks ago bbc.com
Russia’s deportation of Ukrainian children amounts to crime against humanity, UN says Vladimir Putin's direct involvement in the forcible deportation of Ukrainian children has been visible from the outset, the UN says. 4 weeks ago bbc.com
BBC visits key Dubai port in Iran’s firing line Trade at the Middle East's biggest port has been hit hard since Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz began. 4 weeks ago bbc.com
Zendaya’s ring and Stella McCartney’s horses – the sights and trends at Paris Fashion Week Zendaya flashes a gold band on her wedding finger as she joins the A-list set at Paris Fashion Week. 4 weeks ago bbc.com
Italy buys rare Caravaggio portrait for €30m The purchase is part of wider plans to prevent major artworks from being bought by private collectors. 4 weeks ago bbc.com
Lebanese man jailed in Germany for Hezbollah membership The court heard how the 35-year-old had a key role procuring products for Hezbollah's drones programme. 4 weeks ago bbc.com
Syrian ex-colonel in court on crimes against humanity charge Salem Michel Al-Salem, accused of crimes committed in Syria in 2011 and 2012, has been named for the first time. 4 weeks ago bbc.com