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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Jaissle starts with win but not planning to 'smash locker room'
It was a night which ended with Newcastle United lifting a trophy, but there was certainly no danger of head coach Matthias Jaissle getting carried aw…
What do Clacton voters want from their next MP?
People share the issues on their minds as the constituency prepares to go to the polls.…
Vance says US ‘destroyed’ Iran’s nuclear programme
US Vice President JD Vance claims Washington has “destroyed” Iran’s nuclear programme and degraded its military.…
How weight-loss medication is changing relationships with alcohol
Some people using weight-loss drugs say their cravings for alcohol disappeared or they felt nauseous when they drank.…
Tanker sailors still face danger in the Strait of Hormuz
An agreement over the Strait of Hormuz is still far away. Tim Wilkins, who works for a tanker industry group, says the ships stuck around the waterway…
Car bomb attack rattles Colombia after inauguration of hardline president
Government promises harsh response following explosives attack on Pan-American Highway in southwest of country.…
Iran issues tough demands to reopen strait of Hormuz as deal remains out of reach
Tehran urges US to ‘correct its behaviour’ as UAE says one of its ships targeted by Iranian missileIran has issued tough new demands for reopening the…
Wissa & Toure star as Jaissle wins first Newcastle friendly - ratings
Newcastle United forward Yoane Wissa scores twice in a 2-1 win against Valencia in Matthias Jaissle's first game in charge - but how did the Magpies p…
What are the challenges facing the Mecca agreement?
Saudi Arabia turns to Turkiye and Pakistan for defence ties, raising questions overreliance on the US.…
Hormuz talks positive, Oman says, as Iran warns deal would not open strait
Both sides suggest progress in talks to agree a new shipping route through the strait, but a breakthrough remains unclear.…
Navy says it is spending 25% more time monitoring Russian vessels around UK waters
Warning of increased activity as patrols spent 21 days in July shadowing Moscow’s ships in Dover Strait and North SeaThe Royal Navy has warned of incr…
Lebanese soldiers injured while Israeli troops intrude on southern town
Soldiers disarm unexploded ordnance in Zawtar al-Gharbiyah, near where Israeli forces reportedly built an earth barrier.…
At least 200 people evacuated as wildfire rages near Lake Garda
At least 200 people have been evacuated after a wildfire broke out near Italy’s Lake Garda.…
Tielemans cameo against PSG hints at Man Utd future
Manchester United's £35m signing Youri Tielemans makes an impressive debut in the 1-1 friendly draw against Paris St-Germain in Gothenburg.…
Yemen’s government forces attack Houthis amid renewed shelling of Marib
Fears of a wider conflict grow as Yemen’s army counterattacks and expert warns ‘all the warning signs are there’.…
‘Debilitating’: Hunter Biden speaks out about father Joe Biden’s cancer
The younger Biden son has addressed his father's debate performance and the pardon he received after felony convictions.…
The influencers taking on far-right leader Nigel Farage
The UK media has been accused of giving far-right leader Nigel Farage an easy ride…
Gaza health chief urges action to ‘save’ Dr Abu Safia before it’s too late
Fears increase for life of Hussam Abu Safia detained by Israel amid reports of torture and lack of medical care.…
Ukraine mourns "collector of souls" Oleksiy Yukov, killed recovering war dead
Oleksiy Yukov spent two decades recovering the bodies of soldiers – including many Russians. He was killed during a recovery mission after stepping on…
Serbia and Ukraine pledge closer economic ties, eye free trade deal
Serbia says it will help rebuild Ukrainian cities and provide aid as the two countries deepen cooperation.…
British Columbia issues evacuation orders ahead of fast-moving wildfires
Authorities warn residents to be prepared to leave their homes as fast-moving wildfires spread across western Canada.…
Irish government jet leaves for UAE for Kinahan extradition
Daniel Kinahan was arrested in Dubai under a warrant issued by the Irish courts in April but has fought attempts to extradite him.…
UNRWA has been with me since birth, I cannot imagine a future without it
The UN body has been part of the lives of millions of Palestinian refugees. Post-genocide Gaza cannot cope without it…
Saudi-Pakistan-Turkiye pact: A new shield or strategic signal?
The agreement names no adversary, but analysts say Iran and its regional network are central to the thinking behind it.…
Staff at the CDC in Atlanta remember victim of shooting a year ago as RFK jr. attends
It's been a year since a gunman opened fire on the CDC and killed a police officer. RFK Jr. visited the CDC today to remember the victim.…
Lebanon ‘detains’ former al-Assad-era general, weighs handing him to Syria
Judicial and security sources say a routine embassy visit landed a wanted former Syrian general in a Beirut jail cell.…
Watch: Moment opposition MP throws eggs at Kosovo's acting PM
Lawmakers and police officers had to intervene after Alliance party MP Time Kadrijaj hurled at least four eggs towards Kosovo's acting prime minister …
Iraq’s Kurdish region wants to stay out of regional conflicts: PM Barzani
In an interview with Al Jazeera, Masrour Barzani denies any 'pressure' to enter the Iran war despite over 1,000 attacks.…
UAE says Iran targeted ADNOC tanker in Strait of Hormuz, no casualties
Gulf and Arab governments condemn Iran over missile strike on Emirati tanker.…
Iran deliberates Hormuz arrangement amid uncertain prospects with US
Iran and Oman have agreed on the coordinates of routes to be taken by vessels through the Strait of Hormuz.…