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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Is AIPAC’s political standing declining in the US?
The powerful pro-Israeli lobby group is increasingly becoming liability for both the progressive as well as right-wing.…
India faces criticism from UN discrimination watchdog
CERD says India must tackle hate crimes against Bengali-speaking Muslims and increase protections for other groups.…
Trump calls leaders to isolate Iran. And, SCOTUS backs Trump for now on mail-in voting
President Trump is calling on world leaders to join his economic war against Iran. And, the Supreme Court is backing the president for now on his orde…
Ex-Wimbledon champion Vondrousova appeals to CAS over four-year doping ban
The Czech was issued a suspension in June after she did not submit her sample when notified by a doping control officer.…
Boy, 3, injured in crocodile attack returns home
The boy's family say he is "happy to be home" after undergoing seven operations in hospital.…
China warns it will safeguard its interests after US widens sanctions against Iran
The US has threatened to isolate nations that continue to do business with Tehran, which sells much of its oil to Beijing.…
Young care leavers dying early a 'national tragedy'
Those leaving care have a death rate around four times higher than the general population, a new review reveals.…
Canada to respond to Trump’s new tariffs – US politics live
Tariffs on an array of Canadian products took effect over the weekend with Trump threatening further measures on cars and trucksSign up for the US Bre…
Can Pakistan’s Asim Munir convince Iran military chiefs to return to talks?
Pakistan says progress was made in Tehran, but Iran’s security establishment remains wary of Washington.…
Leeds and Rangers co-owner jailed after prostitution arrest
Jed York pleaded no contest to two charges in Ohio after being arrested for soliciting prostitution.…
How the AIDS crisis helped create a multibillion-dollar death-speculation market
Investors will buy your life insurance policy today — and collect the payout when you die.…
'Historic' first as two osprey chicks born on Anglesey
The chicks were born earlier this summer, and conservationists hope they'll return to Wales after migrating to west Africa…
Who are Iran’s top trading partners US would need to target to isolate it?
The US wants to isolate Iran from the global economy. Here is who Tehran trades with, and how much is at stake.…
Kremlin adviser warns UK drone factories could face attacks
Russia says UK decision to share missile blueprints with Ukraine is evidence of direct military involvement in the war.…
Indonesia battles haze as wildfires rage across South Sumatra forests
Indonesia deploys prayers and emergency measures to combat South Sumatra's raging wildfires and hazardous haze.…
Roadblocks and burning tyres in Libya protests over power cuts
Roadblocks and burning tyres in Libya protests over power cuts…
What would justice look like if there were no Rohingya left in Myanmar?
Nine years after the 2017 atrocities, Rohingya are still being forced to flee because the genocide has never stopped.…
Yorkshireman believed to be first Briton to die fighting for Russia against Ukraine
Bradley Townsend reportedly killed by a drone on 10 June in Donetsk region after joining up with separatistsEurope live – latest updatesA man from Yor…
Yellow weather warnings issued as thunderstorms and flooding forecast
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning as heavy showers and thunderstorms are forecast to move northwards across the UK on Wednesday.…
Singapore arrests British man two years after alleged theft at Changi Airport
The 26-year-old faces up to seven years in jail for allegedly stealing a denim jacket from an airport shop in 2024.…
‘Enough is enough’: Kenya nurses strike over pay and working conditions
Shiru Kihara, a nurse in Kenya, explains why she and thousands of other nurses are on strike demanding fair pay.…
Can Trump's economic war against Iran do what airstrikes and negotiations couldn't?
What a new round of U.S. sanctions could mean after nearly six months of war with Iran — and years of economic pressure on the country.…
Tottenham sign Savinho from Man City for £75m
Tottenham sign Brazil winger Savinho from Manchester City for an initial £75m.…
Legendary rugby league winger Boston dies aged 92
Rugby league legend Sir Billy Boston, one of the game's greatest try scorers, dies aged 92.…
Pakistan says significant progress made in talks on Iran-US war
The talks were held during a daylong diplomatic mission to Tehran by Pakistan’s army chief and interior minister.…
Russian stadium says it won't host Kanye West gigs
Two planned concerts are thrown into doubt, but Russian promoters insist they will go ahead.…
Burnham to take Zelenskyy’s pleas for Patriot missiles to Trump – Europe live
UK PM to join delegation of leaders lobbying US president to step up suppliesBurnham plans trip to New York as Ukraine pleads for US-made missilesZele…
Federer to play tennis at US Open but rules out Williams-like return
The 20-time Grand Slam champion confirmed he’s only going to play in an exhibition match and has no plans to return.…
Hasina spat stalls Bangladesh-India reset. What would break the deadlock?
Analysts say an Indian commitment not to allow ousted Bangladesh PM to engage in politics from their soil would help.…
Thai vendor confronts Israeli tourists, raises Palestinian flag
A Thai vendor confronted Israeli tourists outside his shop on the island of Phuket, waving a Palestinian flag.…