Conflict & War
Live coverage and analysis of the world's armed conflicts — the war in Ukraine, the Israel-Gaza and wider Middle East crises, and flashpoints from the Sahel to the South China Sea. Tracking battlefield developments, ceasefire diplomacy, sanctions and the humanitarian toll, with context on who is fighting, why, and what it means for global stability.
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5,000 US sailors descend on Thailand as USS Abraham Lincoln docks
Thailand’s Pattaya is expecting a business boost as 5,000 US sailors arrive aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.…
Gary Glitter pleads not guilty to historical sex offence charges
The former singer, whose real name is Paul Gadd, appeared at Southwark Crown Court via video.…
Russian airspace becoming unsafe for commercial airlines, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian president says aviation industry needs to take account of growing number of Ukrainian attack drones in Russia Europe live – latest updatesVo…
Watch: Amol Rajan says goodbye to Today programme
In an emotional message, Rajan thanked his family, team and listeners as he said goodbye to the programme.…
Global bond sell-off intensifies as US-Iran tensions stoke inflation fears
UK borrowing costs driven up, adding to challenges facing John Healey as he prepares for first budgetBusiness live – latest updatesThe global governme…
Iran, US exchange new attacks: Who was hit in latest strikes?
Iran says the US bombed a wedding near the Strait of Hormuz; hits Kuwait, Bahrain, and Jordan in retaliation.…
Ryanair warns air fares in Europe will jump next year if oil price stays high
Budget carrier says airlines could go bust as it cuts passenger targets to reduce exposure to ‘unhedged winter oil’Business live – latest updatesRyana…
No eggs, no potatoes but ‘a lot of imagination’: how Spain cooked in war’s hunger years
Book recreates recipes from period following end of Spanish civil war when people faced food shortagesFew dishes are simpler to prepare than Spain’s s…
Four charged with murder after baby stabbed to death
Police say four people, aged between 19 and 38, are due in court on Wednesday charged with murder.…
BBC travels inside occupied Lebanon as officials say Israel expanding positions
The BBC's Hugo Bachega joined a UN humanitarian convoy as it travelled along Israeli-occupied southern Lebanon.…
Germany blames Russia for last month's attempted drone attack at Leipzig airport
The German government blamed Russia for an attempted attack at Leipzig airport last month using a drone laden with explosives. It announced that it wo…
Israel bars U.S. citizens over criticism and ties to Palestinian activists, lawyers say
Travelers from the U.S. and other nations are denied entry to Israel after interrogations about their links to Palestinians, plans to visit the occupi…
ICE Detainee dies just hours after he was admitted into detention
Lianyong Wei's death marks the 57th death of an immigrant detainee held in the care of the government since the start of President Trump's second term…
He died in a sweltering house. Why doesn't his death record show it?
When Arizona counts heat-related deaths, Adam Willson isn't included. His story shows how thousands of heat deaths can go uncounted every year in the …
How will tariffs affect the midterms? In this Michigan border town, it's complicated
The recent trade war between the U.S. and Canada has both economic and political implications for Michigan given it's the state's top trade partner.…
Why Greece is betting on Israel’s Achilles Shield
The defence deal between the two countries fits into a larger shift in regional alliances amid the US-Israel war on Iran.…
Israeli forces, settlers attack two West Bank mosques
Israeli forces fire tear gas into one mosque after settlers set fire to and vandalise another.…
Khan convicted for not taxing car he denies owning
City Hall officials say the Nissan Micra does not belong to the mayor or Transport for London.…
EU holds talks on response to Leipzig drone attack after Germany formally blames Moscow for incident – Europe live
Foreign policy chief says drone attack last month ‘had all the hallmarks of state sponsored terrorism’ as she prepares to lead today’s discussions Bri…
Nepal floods: Father borrows $13, walks for days to search for missing son
Poor, frustrated and angry, Talka Sada is losing hope after trekking across Nepal's flood-hit areas in his search.…
‘We had an ordinary life’: Iran fisherwoman navigates uncertainty of war
An Iranian fisherwoman explains how her idyllic seaside life was shattered when the US and Israel began their bombing.…
Tyson Fury confirms Anthony Joshua fight at NYC’s Madison Square Garden
No date has been set for the all-British heavyweight boxing showdown, but it is expected to be held in November.…
As US seeks Gaza donor’s extradition, wife warns of ‘terrifying precedent’
Imprisoned in Spain, James 'Fergie' Chambers has supported charities but is accused of aiding Hamas.…
Turkiye launches search for cargo ship after vessels collide off Istanbul
Search operations under way after authorities lose contact with 10 crew members after a collision in the Sea of Marmara.…
‘We have had enough’: thousands of University of Sydney staff walk off the job over AI and job security
Hundreds of university staff were stationed at picket lines, calling for stronger protections around the use of AIFollow our Australia news live blog …
South Korea jails disabled care home head for sexually assaulting residents
The man, surnamed Kim, was handed a 15-year prison term for abusing three residents at the facility near Seoul.…
UK must end all trade with Israel, says co-founder of BDS movement
Exclusive: sanctions against ministers and settler groups are ‘smoke and mirrors cop-out’ says Omar BarghoutiBritain’s legal and ethical obligation to…
Ukrainian film-maker criticises EU after it cuts Venice Biennale funding over Russia controversy
Sergei Loznitsa likens removal of €2m grant to ‘a punishment in kindergarten’ on eve of Venice film festivalOne of Ukraine’s most acclaimed film-maker…
Faster homework, poor exam results: What AI is doing to students’ learning
AI is spreading in classrooms, but its impact on learning depends less on the technology than on how students use it.…
Mark Ruffalo comments cause pushback against anti-Semitism ‘smear campaign’
The actor criticised Paramount-Warner Bros merger, linking it to Oracle's ties with Israeli military amid Gaza genocide.…