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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Burnham calls for grooming gang ringleader to be deported
The Labour leadership hopeful says he will "ask the home and foreign secretaries to review all possible options".…
The Iran talks expose the collapse of US diplomacy
In the Trump era, American diplomacy is being led not by impartial diplomats, but by real estate investors.…
Should England have been awarded a penalty?
England's appeals for a penalty are waved away after DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi appears to bring down Harry Kane.…
Watch: Two people climb to highest point of Empire State Building
The two were atop the 1,454 ft (443 m) building for at least ten minutes and displayed a large banner before climbing down.…
Pundits split on Kane penalty claim
Micah Richards, Joe Hart, Wayne Rooney and Darren Cann debate whether England should have had a penalty after Harry Kane went down under a challenge f…
What military capabilities does Iran possess as it negotiates with US?
US and Israel claim extensive damage, Iran projects defiance, and satellite images show fast attempts at recovery.…
Lone star ticks are covering much of the U.S. Here's what you need to know
It's a tick that hunts you down and transmits a potentially dangerous allergy to red meat. The New Yorker writer Burkhard Bilger discusses the lone st…
Amnesty says RSF committed ethnic cleansing in Sudan’s el-Fasher
Rights group accuses the paramilitary of 'crimes against humanity' for attacks in and around North Darfur State capital.…
Secretive Gaza meetings in Cyprus as plan to isolate Hamas gathers pace
Board of Peace talks on Gaza's post-war future face funding crises and warnings of a colonial occupation.…
First Syrian parliament since al-Assad’s ousting begins legislative duties
The new 210-member parliament takes shape, marking a historic shift after decades of Assad family rule.…
‘Will not leave’: Is Israel killing the US-Iran MoU by staying in Lebanon?
Analysts say both sides want the MOU to succeed but Israel's actions in Lebanon will prove a formidable obstacle.…
Is Ukraine’s campaign of targeting Russian refineries working?
Fuel shortages in the country are unlikely to force Putin into concessions for peace.…
Israeli forces kill Palestinian goalkeeper in Gaza
Palestinian goalkeeper Saleem Al-Ashqar was shot dead by Israeli forces in Gaza.…
How war on Iran changed the global energy sector forever
Conflict will accelerate shift to renewables and search for alternatives to Strait of Hormuz, energy analysts say.…
Is Andy Burnham facing a £5bn defence funding 'black hole'?
BBC Verify investigates whether a shortfall in funding for the government's defence investment plan is a "black hole".…
Colorado primary election results: Melat Kiros wins – key takeaways
Melat Kiros defeated Diana DeGette, who has been in office for as long as the 29-year-old Kiros has been alive.…
Caught between the US and China, can Europe remain competitive?
As trade tensions grow, Europe tries to remain competitive while balancing ties with the US and China.…
After Afghanistan fires drones into Pakistan, what’s next?
Pakistan and Afghanistan have been locked in an on-off cycle of cross-border strikes, leaving their ties in tatters.…
Businessman accused of ordering Daphne Caruana Galizia murder stands trial in Malta
Yorgen Fenech, who denies all charges, appears in court more than nine years after the journalist’s deathThe businessman accused of ordering the murde…
Crypto ventures and stock purchases: key takeaways from Trump’s financial disclosures
US president raked in more than $1bn from crypto – an industry he has sought to deregulate – and a total $2.2bn last year, documents revealAlarm bells…
UN Human Rights Council to hold urgent meeting on Sudan crisis
The emergency session follows warnings that 500,000 civilians around el-Obeid are at risk of large-scale atrocities.…
Alarm bells over conflict of interest as filing shows Trump raked in $2bn in 2025 | First Thing
President made more than $1bn from crypto businesses last year while federal government oversaw regulation. Plus, giant seal causes havoc in Tasmania …
Who is Vadym Yermolaiev, the Ukrainian tycoon injured in Monaco blast?
Police in Monaco and France are hunting for a suspect seen leaving an explosive device at a residential building.…
Several killed and injured in fire at Antwerp apartment building
The fire broke out in the 10-storey block in the Linkeroever district of the Belgian city.…
Two dead after plane crashed during flight experience
The two-seat Cessna plane comes down off Mill Lane in High Ongar at about 12:30 BST on Tuesday.…
BBC staff fear strike action inevitable after 1% pay rise offer prompts anger
Unions reject proposed below-inflation increase which comes as corporation prepares to cut thousands of jobsBBC staff fear a strike is on the horizon …
Sudan’s RSF committed crimes against humanity in El Fasher, Amnesty says
Report accuses paramilitary force of crimes including ethnic cleansing in systemic campaign against civiliansThe Sudanese paramilitary Rapid Support F…
SCOTUS upholds birthright citizenship. And, key results from Colorado's primaries
The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship on constitutional grounds on the last day of its term. And, a Democratic socialist has won the Democra…
White House rejects conflict-of-interest concerns as Trump’s crypto earnings soar – US politics live
Spokesperson says president has ‘proudly made the US the crypto capital of the world’Sign up for US breaking news alerts emailThe democratic socialist…
How America has celebrated milestone birthdays, from world fairs to the World Cup
Two founding fathers died on America's 50th birthday, which was marked with toasts and parades. Over time, anniversary celebrations became more extrav…