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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Lukaku makes impact off the bench as Belgium draw with Egypt
An own goal from Mohamed Hany denies Egypt a first ever victory at the World Cup as they draw 1-1 with Belgium at the Seattle Stadium.…
Trump says deal to end war with Iran already signed and details to be released 'pretty soon'
Trump says Strait of Hormuz will be open from Friday but there is still confusion about the exact contents of the agreement.…
EU officially launches Ukraine and Moldova accession process
Kyiv sees EU accession as a security guarantee and alignment with Western values as it defends against Russian invasion.…
7-year-old mourns father and brother killed in Israeli strike on Gaza
7-year-old mourns father and brother killed in Israeli strike on Gaza.…
Can a social media ban protect young users?
The UK says it's banning access to social media for those under age 16.…
Iran vs New Zealand live: World Cup 2026
Follow our live build-up, protest news, score, team sheets, score, photos and text commentary stream from Los Angeles.…
Hungarian MPs approve PM limits to block potential return of Orban
The reform is one of the first introduced by PM Peter Magyar as he seeks to return Hungary to the EU mainstream.…
I'll keep gambling with fitness for England - Saka
Bukayo Saka says he will continue gambling with his fitness and is "ready to go" for England's World Cup opener against Croatia on Wednesday.…
Williamson: Iran deal presents political nightmare for Netanyahu
Donald Trump's ceasefire agreement with Iran leaves the Israeli PM trapped in a new political and security dilemma.…
US Air Force B-52 bomber crashes after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base
It was not immediately clear if any casualties in crash at base north of Los Angeles, California.…
Defence secretary quizzed by MPs over timing of Russian oil tanker seizure
Dan Jarvis says vessel tracked for several days as opposition suggest decision linked to his predecessor’s resignationDan Jarvis has told MPs that the…
Dutch court sentences Syrian to 26 years for torturing for al-Assad
The sentence is the latest in a series of European cases against Syrians since Bashar al-Assad was overthrown in 2024.…
Russian supersonic bomber crashes in Siberia during training exercise
A Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber crashed in Siberia’s Irkutsk region during a training flight.…
Americanswers… on 5 Live! Is Trump still fit for the job on his 80th birthday?
Donald Trump is now the second oldest president in US history…
US Air Force B-52 bomber plane crashes after take off in California
Officials did not say if anyone was injured in the crash, but the aircraft typically carry a crew of five.…
California Governor Newsom says US Department of Justice investigating him
Newsom says he and wife targeted because he is considering running for president in 2028; DOJ has not confirmed probe.…
B-52 bomber crashes after takeoff at US military base in southern California
B-52 crashed shortly after takeoff on Monday at Edwards air force base in California's Mojave Desert, officials saySign up for the Breaking News US ne…
The 40-year-old keeper who inspired Cape Verde's historic debut against Spain
Cape Verde stuns Spain with a goalless draw inspired by a 40-year-old goalkeeper who has gone viral on social media.…
What Israeli leaders are saying about US-Iran ‘peace deal’
Israel’s political leaders, including Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich, have reacted to the US-Iran agreement.…
Netanyahu says Israel won’t leave occupied land in Lebanon
Israel's occupation of territory in Lebanon and Syria will continue, PM Netanyahu said, despite US deal with Iran.…
Australia news live: police to investigate Gaza flotilla activist claims; Victorian law set to enshrine right to WFH
Police meet activists and will inquire into abuse and sexual assault allegations. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or dai…
Trump touts Iran deal and Ukraine ambition as he arrives at G7
Amid G7 tensions, Trump says Iran agreement is a step towards peace in the Middle East and beyond.…
EU fails to agree on sanctions for far-right Israeli minister Ben-Gvir
EU diplomacy chief Kaja Kallas confirms EU remains divided on sanctioning Israel…
Trump declares US-Iran peace deal ‘all signed’ as G7 leaders battle to tie up loose ends
US president says strait of Hormuz will be open from Friday but questions remain over waterway fees and Israeli breaches of ceasefire in LebanonTallyi…
US judge dismisses Musk’s xAI trade secret lawsuit against OpenAI
The lawsuit originally filed in September focused on broader alleged misappropriation of confidential information.…
Zelenskyy visits historic Kyiv cathedral after deadly Russian strike
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited a landmark Kyiv cathedral damaged by Russian missile and drone strikes.…
Tunisia sack boss Sabri Lamouchi after World Cup thrashing by Sweden
Tunisia coach Sabri Lamouchi pays the price for 5-1 football defeat to Sweden in Group F opener at World Cup 2026.…
Canada eliminates human rights watchdog that oversees companies operating abroad
Mark Carney says Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise office hasn’t been ‘effective’ since its 2019 setupCanada is eliminating a watchdog …
France vs Senegal: World Cup 2026 – Mbappe, teams, lineups, start, Dembele
Two-time champions France begin their Group I campaign by taking on Senegal in New York New Jersey on Tuesday.…
Vozinha heroics help Cape Verde hold Spain to goalless draw
European champions Spain were held to surprise 0-0 draw by debutants Cape Verde in their World Cup opener, with 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha produci…