Celebrations around the world after strikes on Iran

BBC World · Mar 1, 2026 · Collected from RSS

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People in the UK, Spain and the United States celebrated on Saturday following news that Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei had been killed during attacks across Iran by Israel and the US, which began on Saturday morning local time.The death of the 86-year-old ruler of the past three decades was later confirmed on Iranian state TV.14 hours agoIranMiddle EastWatch: Inside Gaza hospital struggling to provide care to newborn babiesMore aid has been allowed into Gaza since the ceasefire began three months ago, but the UN says it is nowhere near enough. Middle EastInside Syrian camp holding wives and children of suspected IS fightersKurdish-run prisons hold about 8,000 suspected IS fighters and around 34,000 of their family members in camps.Middle EastBBC visits UN compound Israel is demolishing in East JerusalemJohn Sudworth says the sounds of heavy machinery can be heard echoing around the neighbourhood. Middle EastTrump vows 'very strong action' if Iran executes protestersRelatives of 26-year-old Erfan Soltani, who was detained last week, have told BBC Persian he is due to be executed on Wednesday.Middle EastMortuary videos show how deadly Iran crackdown has becomeBBC Verify has been examining disturbing footage from a mortuary in Tehran, showing scores of bodies. These images could hold clues about what’s happening inside Iran. Middle EastProtesters take to the streets of Tehran on Friday nightThe protests, now in their 13th night, erupted over the economy and have grown into the largest in years.Middle EastWhy are there huge protests going on in Iran?Anti-government protests in Iran have continued for the 13th consecutive day.Middle EastWatch: Buildings in Tehran set on fire as demonstrations spread across IranIn video verified by BBC Persian, protesters in Iran can be heard chanting anti-government slogans.Middle EastWatch: Protests break out in Iranian capital TehranThe protests on Thursday appear to be the most widespread since the movement began on December 28.Middle EastWatch: Syrians share their thoughts one year on from the fall of AssadThe BBC's Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega speaks to Syrians about how life has changed since the revolution. Middle EastBethlehem Christmas tree illuminated for first time since Gaza war beganHundreds gathered in Manger Square to bask in the festivities that included music, dancing and Santas bearing sweet treats.Middle EastPopemobile becomes a mobile health clinic for Gaza childrenThe vehicle had transported the late Pope Francis on a visit to Bethlehem in 2014.Middle EastGazan babies will die without aid - UN humanitarian chiefAbout 14,000 babies will die in 48 hours if aid does not reach them, a UN humanitarian chief warns.Middle EastWatch: UN official says Gaza ruins 'like Hiroshima' Humanitarian chief Tom Fletcher talk to the BBC about scenes of despair he witnessed on a recent trip to the costal enclave. Middle East'We're turning the tide on Gaza starvation crisis' - UN aid chiefTom Fletcher told the BBC more aid trucks were entering Gaza, but that it was a "huge job" to get vital supplies to those in need.Middle EastWatch: Freed detainee finds family alive after thinking they had been killedShadi Abu Sido told the BBC an Israeli prison officer said his family had been killed.Middle East'We want to raise our children': Life in Gaza after hostages and prisoners releasedThe United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) says over 80% of all buildings in the territory are destroyed or damaged.Middle East'Joy and happiness' in Israel after 20 hostages released People in Tel Aviv describe how they feel, after all remaining living hostages are released by Hamas.Middle East'Indescribable happiness' as detainees return to GazaIsrael says it has released 1,968 prisoners and detainees as part of a ceasefire deal with Hamas.Middle East'It will be a golden age for the Middle East' - TrumpThe US president was speaking at the Israeli parliament after the release of all 20 living hostages from Gaza.Middle East