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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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Kane plays down returning to Premier League in future

Kane plays down returning to Premier League in future

Harry Kane says "the itch isn't there as much anymore" to one day return to England from Germany and try and break the all-time scoring record in the …

Israel admits its soldiers fired at car in which Hind Rajab was killed

Israel admits its soldiers fired at car in which Hind Rajab was killed

Military orders criminal investigation into the death of the five-year-old and six family members in Gaza in 2024The Israeli military admitted on Wedn…

Is the US actually too chicken to take on China for trade?

Is the US actually too chicken to take on China for trade?

A weak yuan guarantees Beijing massive trade surplus even as the White House tries tamp down on Chinese importsSince China offered a truce in the trad…

Why is Ukraine's ex-defence minister calling for wartime elections?

Why is Ukraine's ex-defence minister calling for wartime elections?

Mykhailo Fedorov has called for elections, without addressing concerns over how they could be held while at war.…

Israel admits firing on car carrying Hind Rajab, symbol of Gaza’s suffering

Israel admits firing on car carrying Hind Rajab, symbol of Gaza’s suffering

The Israeli military has announced a criminal investigation into the killing that shook the world.…

Seven decades of US regime change efforts: What have they achieved?

Seven decades of US regime change efforts: What have they achieved?

US interventions in Iran and beyond reveal a recurring pattern of regime changes, with high human and financial costs.…

India rout Pakistan at Hockey World Cup 2026 to qualify for second round

India rout Pakistan at Hockey World Cup 2026 to qualify for second round

India hold off Pakistan 5-3 to finish second with six points as England top Pool D with nine points from three wins.…

81,000 warning letters sent to crypto holders in HMRC tax crackdown

81,000 warning letters sent to crypto holders in HMRC tax crackdown

According to a Freedom of Information (FOI) request the number of letters sent has almost tripled since 2024.…

Why does the U.S. military seem stymied in the war with Iran?

Why does the U.S. military seem stymied in the war with Iran?

Defense analyst Stacie Pettyjohn says while the U.S. military is facing long-range missile shortages, prolonged deployments and vacated regional bases…

Tongue takes back-to-back wickets but misses out on hat-trick

Tongue takes back-to-back wickets but misses out on hat-trick

Josh Tongue removes Salman Ali Agha and Ali Usman in back-to-back balls but falls just short of the hat-trick as Khurram Shahzad hits the third delive…

Two collapses in four days - what's happening to Musiala?

Two collapses in four days - what's happening to Musiala?

Jamal Musiala is being treated for a "neurological dysfunction" after collapsing twice in four days during Bayern Munich's pre-season friendlies.…

This high-speed star is whipping around the black hole in the middle of our galaxy

This high-speed star is whipping around the black hole in the middle of our galaxy

Researchers have identified a speed demon at the heart of the Milky Way. This fast-moving star may yield insights into the black hole parked at the ce…

Jellyfish mesmerise in their own museum in Florida

Jellyfish mesmerise in their own museum in Florida

The Jellyfish Museum in Pompano Beach is believed to be the first in the US dedicated entirely to the floating predators.…

White House intensifies attacks on opponents and media as Trump seeks new mouthpiece

White House intensifies attacks on opponents and media as Trump seeks new mouthpiece

Senator Jon Ossoff, who is up for re-election, came up with arguably the standout line of the midterm elections so farHello there,Jon Ossoff really st…

Salmonella outbreak: What we know so far

Salmonella outbreak: What we know so far

Hundreds have fallen ill with salmonella infections in an outbreak linked to imported eggs.…

Israel opens up tenders for controversial West Bank settlement project

Israel opens up tenders for controversial West Bank settlement project

Plans to build on the so-called E1 area - east of Jerusalem - have long been internationally condemned and would in effect divide the occupied West Ba…

Sacking turns former Zelenskyy loyalist into potent political opponent

Sacking turns former Zelenskyy loyalist into potent political opponent

Mykhailo Fedorov’s blistering critique comes at a time of growing pressure for democratic renewal in UkraineFor more than a month, demonstrators have …

Lindsey Graham’s sister and fill-in senator says she’s ‘not that informed on national security’

Lindsey Graham’s sister and fill-in senator says she’s ‘not that informed on national security’

She made the statement during a debate when asked about potential threats to US national security in South China SeaUS politics live – latest updatesA…

Second Ukrainian national arrested over 2022 Nord Stream pipeline blast

Second Ukrainian national arrested over 2022 Nord Stream pipeline blast

The suspect was arrested in Croatia a year after another, an ex-army officer, was held and transferred to Germany.…

Israel numbers Palestinian detainee foreheads: What we know

Israel numbers Palestinian detainee foreheads: What we know

Palestinian news outlets reported a man with the number ‘44’ written on his forehead following a raid in Qabatiya.…

Ukrainian diver arrested in Croatia over Nord Stream pipeline bombings

Ukrainian diver arrested in Croatia over Nord Stream pipeline bombings

Berlin to seek suspect’s extradition for 2022 explosions that damaged gas pipelines to RussiaEurope live – latest updatesA Ukrainian man has been arre…

Israeli forces mark Palestinians with numbers amid mass arrests

Israeli forces mark Palestinians with numbers amid mass arrests

Palestinian detainees were marked with numbers during a mass Israeli arrest campaign in Qabatiya.…

What’s happening in Lebanon’s ‘pilot zones’?

What’s happening in Lebanon’s ‘pilot zones’?

Al Jazeera’s Ali Hashem reports on what’s happening in a so-called ‘pilot zone’ in southern Lebanon.…

Ukrainian man arrested in Croatia over Nord Stream pipeline blasts

Ukrainian man arrested in Croatia over Nord Stream pipeline blasts

The man is alleged to have been one of the scuba divers who planted explosives on the pipelines in 2022.…

US war on Iran puts Cambodian children’s education at risk

US war on Iran puts Cambodian children’s education at risk

US war on Iran puts Cambodian children’s education at risk…

Palestinian factions explore broad alliance for November elections

Palestinian factions explore broad alliance for November elections

Hamas, breakaway Fatah faction consider unified electoral list to challenge Mahmoud Abbas as political landscape shifts.…

War on Iran: Iran allegedly targets the UAE

War on Iran: Iran allegedly targets the UAE

After reports that Iran targeted the UAE with two ballistic missiles, the Emirates has suspended trade with Tehran.…

Why aid entering Gaza may not reach those who need it

Why aid entering Gaza may not reach those who need it

It is extremely difficult for trucks to get through the Israeli blockade, let alone for drivers to reach aid warehouses.…

Jury discharged in Palestine Action Elbit raid trial

Jury discharged in Palestine Action Elbit raid trial

The jury at the Old Bailey is discharged after 37 hours of deliberations.…

UAE trade embargo could shut Iran’s key economic escape route: Here’s why

UAE trade embargo could shut Iran’s key economic escape route: Here’s why

The UAE announced the embargo, accusing Iran of launching missiles into its territory.…