Watch: How the US-Israel war with Iran is jeopardising shipping

BBC World · Mar 2, 2026 · Collected from RSS

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The Strait of Hormuz is a key artery for the movement of global energy supplies. BBC Verify's Ben Chu has been looking at what's been happening to marine traffic in the strait since the US-Israel war with Iran broke out - and examining the potential economic fallout. Produced by Jemimah HerdGraphics by Sally Nicholls38 minutes agoMiddle EastMoment when emergency alerts sounds in Jerusalem as BBC reporter on airThe BBC's John Donnison was reporting live from Jerusalem when emergency alerts sounded from his phone.Middle EastListen: Lindsay Foreman speaks to BBC before Iran jailingBritish woman detained by Iran says it was hard to remain positive in prison, hours before she and her husband were sentenced to 10 years for espionage.Middle EastWatch: BBC in Tehran sees government's 'political reply' to massive protestsLyse Doucet is in Iran for the first time since the crackdown on nationwide anti-government protests. Middle EastWatch: BBC in Tehran for first time since protest crackdownLyse Doucet reports from Iran, where she says the pain is still raw after unprecedented force was used to put down the protests there.Middle 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 East'Anger and frustration': BBC reports from Iranian-Armenian borderBBC Middle East correspondent Hugo Bachega reports from the Iranian-Armenian border as internet shutdown continues following deadly protests.Middle EastWho is Reza Pahlavi, the son of Iran's last shah?He has been a prominent voice calling for protests against Iran's authoritarian regime to continue.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