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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Iran says Strait of Hormuz under its control, rejects Trump claims
Iran asserts full control over the Strait of Hormuz, challenging US claims of dominance in the strategic waterway.…
Five key takeaways from results day 2026
Top grades and students going to university are on the up, but technical subjects are also becoming more popular.…
Hegseth criticized for locking Democrats out of closed-door defense budget talks
Republican lawmakers express concern after US defense secretary repeatedly excluded Democrats from briefingsUS politics live – latest updatesRepublica…
Turkiye’s AK Party turns 25: A journey of change and renewal
In a quarter-century, the party has strengthened democracy, driven development and elevated Turkiye’s global standing.…
By sky and sea, Ukraine's drone strikes challenge Russia's grip on Crimea
Russia maintained an iron grip on Crimea since seizing it from Ukraine in 2014. Many Russian civilians go there to enjoy the beaches. But now Ukraine …
Honeytrap thieves jailed for killing men they had drugged
Adina Mihai and Madalin Dumitru gave their victims the drug GBL to render them unconscious.…
'I was blown away' - the fans who heard Phoebe Bridgers' unreleased album in a planetarium
Armagh Planetarium hosts an early album listening party for American singer-songwriter Phoebe Bridgers.…
Author discusses the common myths and stereotypes about domestic violence
Allegations of domestic violence against Congressman Max Miller, which he denies, have raised persistent stereotypes about abuse. NPR's Michel Martin …
'The fish is in the right' says man bitten by blue shark while angling
Sebastian Achim was fishing for sharks on board the small boat off the coast of County Waterford, when the incident happened.…
Lebanese Americans sue US over Israel’s rights abuses in Lebanon war
Michigan-based group leads class action lawsuit against US government and defence contractors over Lebanon war abuses.…
Super League confirm NRL investment offer
Super League confirm that they have received an investment offer from the Australian Rugby League Commission.…
Report from scene of Palestinian homes besieged by settlers
Report from scene of Palestinian homes besieged by settlers…
Leicester City put up for sale for more than £200m
Leicester City's Thai owners King Power are hoping to sell the club after 16 years, for more than £200m.…
Ebola outbreak caused by new ‘animal transmission’: What that means
More than 2,000 people have died after contracting the latest strain of the Ebola virus.…
French ambassador to CAR faces investigation over alleged misconduct
Inquiry follows security concerns over reported visits of dozens of women to Bruno Foucher’s official residenceFrance has opened disciplinary proceedi…
Ukraine attacks key Russian grain terminal on Black Sea port
Ukraine has damaged Russia’s grain export terminals in an attack on the Novorossiysk port.…
Oman says massive oil spill reaches coastline: What damage could it do?
Oil has been spilling from the Caroline Bezengi, a tanker that has been leaking crude since running aground off Oman.…
Pro-Palestine football fans lament West Ham for signing Manor Solomon
The 27-year-old Israeli player has used his platform to defend Israel amid the genocide in Gaza.…
Italian businessman admits organising bombing at home of journalist and friend
Valter Lavitola’s lawyer says he had intended attack to boost security for investigative reporter Sigfrido RanucciAn Italian businessman has admitted …
Japan condemns visit by Vladimir Putin to disputed Kuril Islands
Japanese PM says islands seized by Soviets late in second world war are part of Japan under international lawThe Japanese government has reacted angri…
When do the major European leagues start and what are the big stories?
BBC Sport looks at the big stories in Europe heading into the 2026-27 season.…
Spanish Super Cup will be held in Turkiye in 2027
The tournament from February 2 to 7 will feature Barcelona, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid and Real Sociedad.…
Taiwan briefly slows its mobile internet to text-only speed as part of defense drill
The drills come amid rising tensions with China, which frequently sends military planes and ships towards Taiwan.…
US-Iran talks in deadlock – what’s the latest?
The US and Iran continue their standoff in the Strait of Hormuz as mediators try to coax talks.…
Israel trucks out Gaza’s rubble to ‘hide genocide’ and ‘redraw the map’
Israel carts away Gaza's rubble to destroy war crimes evidence and make the landscape unliveable, rights groups say.…
Civilian deaths in Ukraine in July hit highest level since May 2022: UN
At least 437 civilians were killed and 2,610 injured in Ukraine in July, the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission said.…
Fulham walk off in Malaga in friendly repeat of Senegal AFCON final protest
Fulham's friendly in Malaga turned sour as the Premier League club walked off ahead of a penalty shootout.…
The drug lenacapavir is a mighty weapon against HIV. Its rollout gets mixed reviews
It's a twice-a-year injection that is remarkably effective in preventing an HIV infection. Distribution is starting. But questions are being raised ab…
Eurovision to bar countries at war from hosting: What that means
Israel, which hosted the contest in 2019, will no longer be allowed to do so - but can still compete, protesters say.…
La Liga: What to know ahead of new 2026-27 football season
Predictions, news and transfer latest ahead of the new La Liga season, as Barcelona and Real Madrid renew title rivalry.…