NewsBBC VerifyVideo shows US missile likely used in deadly strike on Iranian town, experts sayThe analysts identified a Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) in footage of the strike on the southern town of Lamerd.19 hrs agoMiddle EastSanctioned oil tanker enters UK waters day after government crackdown threatMinisters said earlier this week that sanctioned vessels can now be boarded by UK armed forces.1 day agoEuropeNearly 100 ships pass the Hormuz Strait - who is getting through?Just under 100 ships have passed thorough the Strait of Hormuz since the start of March, according to data analysed by BBC Verify.20 Mar 2026WorldHow the Hormuz closure could affect food, medicines and smartphonesThe price of a wide range of goods - from food, to smartphones, to medicines - could be affected by the US-Israel war with Iran.2 days agoWorldWhat happened in the seconds before Air Canada plane crashed at LaGuardiaBBC Verify breaks down the moments before the deadly collision with a fire truck at the New York airport.4 days agoUS & CanadaUS-Israel war with IranIn maps: Attacks across the Middle EastThe US-Israel war with Iran has seen continued attacks on Tehran and the Gulf states as Trump postpones his threat to strike Iranian power plants.How might the UK support shipping in the Strait of Hormuz?Ben Chu from BBC Verify has been looking at what role the Royal Navy could play in the Strait of Hormuz.Tracking the wave of ship attacks that has choked off Strait of HormuzSix ships have been reportedly attacked in the Gulf in less than 48 hours, bringing the total vessels attacked during the war to 18.Why air strikes on Tehran oil facilities are causing black rainAir strikes have damaged at least four oil facilities since US-Israeli attacks on Iran began last month.AI-generated Iran war videos surge as creators use new tech to cash inThe US-Israel war with Iran is being monetised by online creators with AI-generated misinformation.VideosHow risky would it be to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz?Military and naval experts say the escort plan faces several formidable challenges.Wave of false AI claims about Israeli PM NetanyahuWhy real-time tracking of the war in Iran just got harderBBC Verify examines the impact of new image restrictions from major satellite provider Planet Labs.Flood of AI soldiers push pro-Iran messages during warA trend showing AI-generated soldiers has racked up tens of millions of views on social media.What's real and fake in the US-Israeli war with Iran?BBC Verify investigates AI-generated images about the conflict in Iran.InvestigationsRussia seizing thousands of homes in occupied Mariupol'Our job is only killing' - how Sudan's brutal militia carried out a massacreBBC Verify tracks how the RSF killed unarmed people in a massacre that humanitarian officials believe left 2,000 dead.Israel levelling thousands of Gaza civilian buildings in controlled demolitions'The explosions keep going' - how air strikes paved the way for US Maduro raidVerified footage and satellite imagery details how the US raid on President Nicholas Maduro's compound unfolded.Photos leaked to BBC show faces of hundreds killed in Iran's brutal protest crackdownThe images from one mortuary in Tehran were shown to families who went to identify their loved ones.BBC Verify LiveMonday 2 March: Debunking AI fake images about Middle East conflictLatest updates from the BBC's specialists in fact-checking, verifying video and tackling disinformation.Friday 27 February: Misinformation spreading over Pakistan strikes in AfghanistanLatest updates from the BBC's specialists in fact-checking, verifying video and tackling disinformation.Thursday 26 February: Satellite image shows damage to Russian missile factoryLatest updates from the BBC's specialists in fact-checking, verifying video and tackling disinformation.Wednesday 25 February: Student protests in Iran spreading to more universitiesLatest updates from the BBC's specialists in fact-checking, verifying video and tackling disinformation.Tuesday 24 February: US intercepts tanker after it evaded Venezuela blockadeLatest updates from the BBC's specialists in fact-checking, verifying video and tackling disinformation.DisinformationHow to identify AI-generated videos onlineBBC Verify shares tips and tricks on how to spot AI-generated videos circulating online. British 999 call handler's voice cloned by Russian network using AIA BBC Verify investigation has revealed that the identities of British public sector workers have been cloned using AI by a Russian-linked disinformation campaign. Israel-Iran conflict unleashes wave of AI disinformationFake AI videos relating to the conflict have gained over 100 million views online, BBC Verify finds. Misleading posts obtaining millions of views on XBBC Verify has debunked videos which purport to show Pakistani attacks on Indian bases and jets crashing.BBC Verify: Earthquake video proven fake gets millions of viewsBBC Verify: Earthquake video proven fake gets millions of viewsUS newsFact-checking Trump's longest ever State of the UnionPresident Donald Trump said the US "is winning again" - making a series of claims about his record in a speech which lasted almost two hours.Naked images remained in Epstein files despite outcryFour images seen by BBC Verify show partially clothed women with their faces and bodies unredacted. Details of Jeffrey Epstein post-mortem released in latest filesTwenty new photos released on Friday show Epstein in the immediate aftermath of his death.ICE protester says she was 'disgusted' after fake arrest image shared by White HouseThe White House posted an edited image of Nekima Levy Armstrong after she was arrested for organising a protest in a church.How Alex Pretti shooting led Trump to shift course in MinneapolisBBC analysis editor Ros Atkins looks at why tensions have been running so high in the city - and how we got here.UK newsCouncil tax bills in England to rise in April - see how yours comparesIt will rise by 4.9% on average across England from next month, new figures show. Track UK's latest migration numbers - including asylum, visas and small boatsUse our interactive tracker to explore the latest migration statistics for the UKNHS tracker - are hospital waiting times improving near you?Use our interactive tracker to see if treatment waits are getting better at your local hospital.Will walk-in GP clinics deliver one million extra appointments?The first of 16 new walk-in clinics across Scotland is now open but it is not clear when a target of them delivering one million appointments will be hit. Fact-checking Jim Ratcliffe's claims about immigration and benefitsBBC Verify has been examining some of the Manchester United owner's claims.Ros Atkins on...Ros Atkins on... Trump's mixed messages on the warThe BBC’s Analysis Editor looks at President Trump’s mixed messages on the war with Iran.Ros Atkins on...how has President Trump's message on war changed?The BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins charts how the Trump administration’s messaging on war has shifted in his second term.What do we know about the Clintons' links to Epstein?The Clintons will testify at a congressional hearing.Ros Atkins on... unanswered Andrew questionsThe BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at the questions around the way Buckingham Palace has responded to the various accusations against the King's brother.Ros Atkins on... Mandelson and the vetting systemRevelations over Peter Mandelson’s links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have raised questions about how he became ambassador. Our Analysis Editor Ros Atkins reports.Latest updates19 Mar 2026Housing tracker: Find out about new homes in your areaHow many new homes have been added in your area and what is the government's target?19 Mar 20269 Mar 2026US missile hit military base near Iran school, video analysis showsA US Tomahawk missile hit a military base near a primary school in southern Iran where Iranian authorities said 168 people were killed, expert video analysis shows.9 Mar 202626 Feb 2026Is the government meeting its pledges on illegal immigration and asylum?BBC Verify examines key areas which the government has promised to make improvements26 Feb 202617 Feb 2026Ros Atkins on... unanswered Andrew questionsThe BBC's Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at the questions around the way Buckingham Palace has responded to the various accusations against the King's brother.17 Feb 202614 Feb 2026Ros Atkins on... Mandelson and the vetting systemRevelations over Peter Mandelson’s links to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have raised questions about how he became ambassador. Our Analysis Editor Ros Atkins reports.14 Feb 202613 Feb 2026How much do Nato members spend on defence?Trump has repeatedly insisted that European countries must spend more on defence, and there are signs that has been successful.13 Feb 202612 Feb 2026Fact-checking Jim Ratcliffe's claims about immigration and benefitsBBC Verify has been examining some of the Manchester United owner's claims.12 Feb 20267 Feb 2026Mandelson suggested holiday home for 'privacy' of Epstein 'guests'Former Labour Party peer tells sex offender he found "a great place to stay" with "privacy", a document suggests.7 Feb 20265 Feb 2026Naked images remained in Epstein files despite outcryFour images seen by BBC Verify show partially clothed women with their faces and bodies unredacted. 5 Feb 2026...