NewsNewsBBC VerifyFact-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.4 hrs agoUS & CanadaUS build-up of warships and fighter jets tracked near IranA second US aircraft carrier appears to be heading towards the Middle East as Washington increases its pressure on Iran.5 days agoWorldDetails of Jeffrey Epstein post-mortem released in latest filesTwenty new photos released on Friday show Epstein in the immediate aftermath of his death.4 Feb 2026BBC VerifyAnti-government student protests spread to more Iranian universitiesA fresh wave of anti-government protests at several Iranian universities that began on Saturday has spread to more campuses.2 days agoMiddle EastNaked images remained in Epstein files despite outcryFour images seen by BBC Verify show partially clothed women with their faces and bodies unredacted. 5 Feb 2026BBC VerifyInvestigationsDozens of sanctioned Russian tankers navigate Channel despite UK vow of 'assertive' actionSome 42 sanctioned tankers has passed through the Channel since 11 January, a BBC Verify analysis finds. 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.Israel moves Yellow Line deeper into Gaza, satellite images showIsrael placed and later moved control markers in three areas, with some placed deeper inside Gaza than maps suggested. Tehran morgue videos show the brutality of Iran's crackdown on protestersDistressing footage reveals nearly 200 bodies with one victim identified as young as 16. '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.BBC Verify LiveTuesday 24 February: US intercepts tanker after it evaded Venezuela blockadeLatest updates from the BBC's specialists in fact-checking, verifying video and tackling disinformation.Monday 23 February: Mexico tourists watch from pool after violence eruptsLatest updates from the BBC's specialists in fact-checking, verifying video and tackling disinformation.Friday 20 February: Aircraft carrier seen off Gibraltar as US Middle East build-up continuesLatest updates from the BBC's specialists in fact-checking, verifying video and tackling disinformation.Thursday 19 February: More US military flights seen over EuropeLatest updates from the BBC's specialists in fact-checking, verifying video and tackling disinformation.Wednesday 18 February: Fake news network targets Ukraine at OlympicsLatest updates from the BBC's specialists in fact-checking, verifying video and tackling disinformation.US politicsFact-checking Trump's Davos speechThe US president made a series of contested claims, ranging from the status of Greenland to Nato spending.Does the US have the right to take over Greenland?Donald Trump has said several times that he wants to acquire Greenland. But does the US have the right to take it? Fact-checking White House plaques targeting former US presidentsNew plaques have appeared under the portraits of former US presidents at the White House.Two US presidents and their long associations with Jeffrey EpsteinBBC Verify has looked back through online archives to examine what we know about President Trump and Bill Clinton's decades-long associations with Jeffrey Epstein. How many wars has President Trump really ended?US President Donald Trump claims to have ended eight wars - is that true?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 viewsRos Atkins on...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.Ros Atkins on... How popular is President Trump?BBC Analysis Editor Ros Atkins explores how Americans feel about their president during a nonstop start to 2026 shaped by pivotal events at home and abroad.Ros Atkins on...President Trump's year in numbersExecutive orders, pardons, trips and Truth Social posts - the BBC’s Analysis Editor breaks down Donald Trump’s first year back in office, in numbers.US newsICE 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.Eyewitness video shows how deadly shooting in Minneapolis unfolded, second by secondBBC Verify breaks down how the shooting which killed a 37-year-old woman in Minneapolis unfolded.Tracking the oil tankers seized by the USThe US has announced the seizure of two oil tankers: the Marinera formerly known as the Bella 1 in the North Atlantic and the Sophia in international waters near the Caribbean.Tracking build-up of US military planes and warships near VenezuelaThe US has justified its air and naval campaign as necessary to fight drug smuggling into the US. UK politicsPlanning bids for new homes rise in England but building remains low, data suggestsWhile planning applications have risen, home building has lowered, new data suggests.Who are the winners and losers from the Scottish budget?BBC Verify has examined what we know about how the Scottish budget is likely to affect different groups across the country. RSF commander linked by BBC Verify to Sudan massacre sanctioned in UKThe UK accuses Al-Fateh Abdullah Idris, also known as Abu Lulu, of committing acts of violence against civilians. Could the UK's Budget help turn Generation Z into generation debt?There's growing concern that current tax and spending policies help pensioners, but are unfair on younger generations.What are the numbers behind prison releases?The accidental release of two prisoners from Wandsworth Prison in the last week has put a spotlight on the Ministry of Justice, following the release of Hadush Kebatu in error last month.Latest updates8 days agoRos 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.8 days ago14 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 20264 Feb 2026Details of Jeffrey Epstein post-mortem released in latest filesTwenty new photos released on Friday show Epstein in the immediate aftermath of his death.4 Feb 202629 Jan 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?29 Jan 202621 Jan 2026Fact-checking Trump's Davos speechThe US president made a series of contested claims, ranging from the status of Greenland to Nato spending.21 Jan 2026...