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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Niger’s military-led government says it contained mutiny: What next?
Mutiny began at a military base in Niamey and spread to area near the presidential palace and state broadcaster.…
Dozens of soldiers arrested after apparent coup attempt in Niger’s capital
Dozens of soldiers arrested after apparent coup attempt in Niger’s capital…
Abdul El-Sayed apologizes for comment about Michigan synagogue attack
Democratic Senate nominee is eager to push past series of controversies involving allegations of antisemitismMichigan’s Democratic US senate candidate…
How has life changed for Iranians six months into the war?
Common Iranians are under increasing pressure, with no relief expected in the short term.…
Death toll from Russian strike on Ukrainian arms depot rises to 38
Russia's Defence Ministry announces plans to launch 'massive strikes' against Ukraine's infrastructure before winter.…
Exclusive: Meet the inaugural winner of Fat Marmot Week
Dawn was crowned fattest marmot by popular vote.…
Man Utd pay tribute to 'proud Red' crash death officer
The widow and two children of PC Matthew Blades will be at Old Trafford for Manchester United's Premier League game with Ipswich.…
Ferry carrying 260 people capsizes off northern Cyprus coast
A catamaran carrying around 260 people has capsized off the Cyprus coast.…
Israel’s Ben-Gvir lauds harsh conditions for Palestinian female prisoners
Palestinian groups condemn prison footage as humiliation and intimidation.…
Boat carrying some 270 people capsizes off northern Cyprus, local media report
The local mayor says 159 passengers have been reached so far, with a rescue operation under way.…
Protesters in Argentina urge tech billionaire Peter Thiel to leave
Dozens of protesters in Argentina have demonstrated against Palantir co-founder Peter Thiel, outside his new mansion.…
Six months on, what did the strikes on Iran achieve?
The US-Israeli bombing of Iran became a fight for the Strait of Hormuz. AJLabs counts the cost of the war.…
Chelsea signs Argentinian goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa
Martinez joins the London club on a reported three-year deal worth $10m after spending five years at Villa.…
Tearful Roger Federer inducted into Tennis Hall of Fame
'I'm still writing my love letter to tennis,' Swiss legend says as he is applauded by former tennis rivals and friends.…
Iran’s Khamenei calls for Gulf unity as Hormuz tensions persist
Khamenei urges Gulf rulers to confront their 'real enemy' as Iran keeps Hormuz restricted amid stalled diplomacy.…
Train drivers secure 3.6% pay rise after threat of strikes on busy UK routes
Deal agreed between Avanti West Coast and Aslef is first to be approved by Burnham governmentTrain drivers have secured a significant pay rise after t…
British woman killed in stabbing at German railway station
A 27-year-old German man was arrested immediately after the incident in Rosenheim, Bavaria.…
Are you sure that Kimmel clip was real? Late-night AI deepfakes are spreading online
While social media is rife with AI celebrity deepfakes, videos featuring late night TV hosts like Jimmy Kimmel and Jon Stewart are are easier to creat…
Israel says Netanyahu’s son ‘urgently evacuated’ from the US after threat
Right-wing activist and podcaster Yair Netanyahu lived in the US for several years before his hasty departure.…
The home front: How Israel, Iran, and US leaders have been hit by the war
Six months into the US-Israel war on Iran, the governments in the three countries are fighting political wars at home.…
Aerial video shows devastation in flood-hit Nepal
Aerial video shows devastation in flood-hit Nepal…
Canada unveils huge new Lake Ontario sign in snub to Trump
Canada unveils huge new Lake Ontario sign in snub to Trump…
Medicare's pilot GLP-1 discount program has a catch. Some sick patients don't qualify
Medicare launched a pilot program that could streamline the process to get GLP-1s, with some seniors paying just $50 a month. But many people with the…
Syria sandstorm blankets Homs in eerie orange haze
Syria sandstorm blankets Homs in eerie orange haze…
Martinez is eighth Chelsea-Villa deal in four years
After Emiliano Martinez's move, BBC Sport looks at why Aston Villa and Chelsea have become one of the Premier League’s busiest transfer partnerships s…
Everton call off Armstrong sale after fan backlash
Everton have called off a proposed deal to sell midfielder Harrison Armstrong to Nottingham Forest following a backlash from the club's supporters.…
Iceland rejects EU-accession talks plan in referendum
The 'No' camp had 52.5 percent and the 'Yes' camp had 47.5 percent with only a few ballots left to count, RUV reports.…
One person killed, five wounded in shooting at rave in Switzerland
Police said a manhunt is under way following the incident at the annual techno party.…
Pogacar to have surgery on broken collarbone after horrific Vuelta crash
Pogacar suffered concussion and broke two bones after losing control of his bike when it hit a stone on the road.…
Man killed at Christian festival named as his church leads tributes
Robert Guanco, 41, was a pastor at Jesus the Living Water Church in Eastbourne, East Sussex.…