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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Zambia’s Hichilema wins second term as president
Official results show Hichilema receiving about 60 percent of votes, compared with 38 percent for his main challenger.…
Iran war live: Trump rejects MoU extension as US claims control of Hormuz
US president says Iran should 'put up the white flag of surrender' as the two nations’ MoU expired on Monday.…
Bondi library removes book How to Sell a Genocide from shelves after complaint
Author Adam Johnson criticises Waverley council saying ‘reality is often upsetting’ while Palestinian group says libraries should hold ‘challenging’ b…
Over 8,000 affected by water supply disruption
South East Water says its teams are exhausted as it tries to restore water to areas in Kent.…
Norway's king admitted to hospital and put on sick leave
The 89-year-old - one of Europe's longest-serving monarchs - is suffering from a rare blood condition.…
‘We will not allow Gaza to be rebuilt’ until Hamas disarms, Kushner says
Trump's son-in-law and envoy says US will not 'restrict Israel's right to defend itself' as strikes on Gaza continue.…
Young adults are taking prescription drugs instead of alcohol - and it's dividing experts
Increasingly, young adults are taking anxiety medication to feel "drunk" at parties. But it's not a free lunch, experts warn…
Trump’s approval rating sinks to new low
New poll found a majority of US citizens concerned about the US war on Iran.…
Trump says Iran will not make the deal he believes is necessary
Trump says Iran will not make the deal he believes is necessary…
Civilians paying price as Israeli military raises stakes in Lebanon: UNIFIL
UN peacekeeping force recorded an average of 137 projectiles fired daily in the region over the last two weeks.…
Rodri lands in Barcelona to complete 'dream' move
Spain midfielder Rodri says it is his "dream" to play for Barcelona as he arrives in the city to complete his move from Manchester City.…
Jason Arday's family 'still coming to terms' with his death as vigil held
Jason Arday's family spoke of the "public cruelty" the academic faced before his death last week.…
Photos: Search for Indonesia earthquake victims continues
At least 68 killed in eastern Indonesia as aftershocks and landslides hamper aid.…
Gaza flotilla sets sail from the UK in bid to break Israeli siege
A boat has left Bristol as part of a wider campaign to break Israel’s blockade and deliver aid to Gaza.…
LIV cancels final event to focus on 'next chapter'
LIV Golf cancels its Team Championships in Michigan after weeks of speculation, saying it needs to focus on "building its next chapter".…
Why did Trump scale back war games with South Korea?
US president cites good relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un…
Lamour leaves Fifa after Infantino plan criticism
A senior Fifa figure leaves football's world governing body three weeks after criticising its president Gianni Infantino.…
Democrat Rep. Jimmy Gomez being investigated over sexual misconduct allegations
The California Democrat has admitted to "personal mistakes" outside of his marriage, but also says his actions were consensual in nature did not viola…
Netanyahu party campaign billboard likens Mamdani to leaders of Iran and Hezbollah
Likud’s depiction of Zohran Mamdani is latest move in spat between Israel’s prime minister and New York’s mayorBenjamin Netanyahu’s party has compared…
Trump Threatens To Bomb "The S*** Out Of" Oman
Trump threatens US allies South Korea and Oman.…
Russia maintains election ban on opposition Yabloko, jails deputy head
Supreme Court ruling supports Kremlin's clampdown on the political party ahead of September's parliamentary vote.…
Russian politician sentenced to 11 years for opposing war in Ukraine
Lev Shlosberg, a senior member of the Yabloko party, was sentenced to 11 years and one month in prison on Monday.…
CAIR slams Texas governor’s ‘anti-Muslim stunt’ on airport washing stations
Abbott accuses airports of religious discrimination over wudu stations, calls for federal investigation.…
Australia's Mushroom murderer Erin Patterson is appealing - here's what you need to know
The Australian, who notoriously poisoned her family members, is trying to overturn her conviction.…
US Navy destroyer adrift in South China Sea for four days after losing power
USS Benfold lost power after ‘engineering casualty’ leaving sailors without galley services, toilets and air conditioningA US guided-missile destroyer…
Netanyahu’s Likud Party holds primaries ahead of Israel’s general elections
On Monday, Israel's governing party will determine its candidate list for the next election.…
Britain deploys military as wildfires spread across Europe
Britain deploys military as wildfires spread across Europe…
Explosion reported at school in Afghan capital Kabul
The cause of the blast and the number of casualties have not been confirmed, with the Taliban government yet to comment.…
Syria launches probe into death of ‘White Helmet’ rescuer in police custody
Family members allege security officers ignored warnings about the man's hemophilia and subjected him to severe abuse.…
Clashes between government and opposition fighters in Somalia’s Baidoa
Heavy clashes broke out in Baidoa, Somalia between federal troops and armed opposition groups.…