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 war live: Tehran, Oman close in on Hormuz deal; Houthis attack tankers
Iran, Oman agree on shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz, as Houthis attack Saudi tankers and Israel bombs Lebanon.…
Mamdani praises El-Sayed’s victory, rejects ‘mini Mamdani’ trope
New York City’s Mayor Zohran Mamdani congratulated Abdul El-Sayed on winning Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary.…
UK papers: 'Plagiarism row professor resigns' and 'West End stab rampage'
A Cambridge University professor's resignation dominates many of Thursday's papers.…
Banned from football at home, Afghan women's team reunite 8,000 miles away
Women in the team, which is recognised by Fifa, say football has given them freedom and independence.…
Nigeria announces rescue of 308 kidnapped citizens
Kidnapping for ransom by armed groups and bandits has become a major crisis in Nigeria.…
Reform UK pledges to jail bosses employing illegal workers
The party says its aim is to stop companies profiting from illegal workers "without consequences".…
Why phones on loudspeaker may become just another noise
Playing music or videos out loud on your phone is bemoaned by many - but in the future, it might not seem so outlandish…
Sunshine to meal times: How to beat jet lag
With bags packed and boarding passes at the ready, what can you do to keep your body clock on track?…
'I've had to Botox my CV': Are AI recruitment tools affecting women's careers?
Are AI recruitment tools disadvantaging women who are seeking to return to the workplace?…
US officials push back on reports of dangerously low munitions supplies
Experts warn that low stockpiles of air defence interceptors as a result of the war on Iran leave the US vulnerable.…
Israeli occupation destroys farmland and lives in southern Syria
Israeli occupation destroys farmland and lives in southern Syria…
Israeli forces raid camp in occupied West Bank
Israeli forces have launched a large-scale military operation in Qalandiya refugee camp in the occupied West Bank.…
US man arrested at Trump’s golf course charged with multiple felonies
Ex-Marine denies charges after arrest at Trump golf course with weapons, badge and 'concerning' notebooks.…
Fifa admits mistakes but Infantino remains president
Gianni Infantino will remain as Fifa president after he receives the backing of senior executives following a meeting, despite the governing body admi…
Iran says it has agreed Strait of Hormuz shipping route with Oman
A foreign ministry spokesman did not give details but said an agreement with the Gulf nation was "in the final stages".…
Ousted Bangladeshi leader vows to return from exile despite facing a death sentence
Hasina's speech marked the second anniversary of her ouster. She fled Bangladesh by helicopter following nearly two months of protests in 2024 that le…
What’s behind US Representative Massie’s claims over crisis at Ceuta?
Figures like Representative Thomas Massie have questioned whether crisis is related to US support for Morocco.…
Iran says Hormuz talks with Oman in ‘final’ stages as route approved
The geographical coordinates of the route in the waterway have been agreed upon with Oman, according to Tehran.…
Understanding reached on coordinates for shipping route through Hormuz, Iran says
Joint statement with Iran is being finalised, but Tehran says deal alone would not guarantee waterway’s securityIran and Oman have reached an understa…
Apology after carer fed dog food to elderly woman by mistake
The incident was among "abysmal failures" of care by a council contractor, an investigation finds.…
Charli XCX on lying, Love Island and life post-Brat
Charli XCX sits down with Radio 1's Jack Saunders to discuss the release of her new album.…
Is the conflict between Russia and Ukraine deepening?
The war sees a surge in attacks by both sides with little diplomatic movement.…
After deadly Kyiv strike, Ukraine warns interceptor shortage is costing lives
Without Patriot interceptors, Ukraine's skies are wide open and people are fully exposed to Russia's missile barrages.…
US law enforcement reports deadly mass shooting in North Carolina
This is a breaking news story.…
Youth protests have weakened Modi, Indian activist who went on hunger strike tells BBC
The Cockroach movement was one of the biggest public displays of dissent against India's prime minister in years.…
Malaysia vows not to return Rohingya refugees to Myanmar if lives at risk
Authorities are screening 5,000 refugees as rights groups warn they remain at risk of persecution in Myanmar.…
The Leipzig drone bomb marks a dangerous escalation for Europe
Initial evidence suggests the drone, which was found near Ukrainian cargo planes at the German airport, came from RussiaThe armed drone found at Leipz…
Photos: Israeli forces raid occupied West Bank’s Qalandiya refugee camp
Eight Palestinian people injured after Israeli forces enter homes, shops in Qalandiya, issuing demolition threats.…
Real Madrid make Vinicius Jr improved contract offer
Real Madrid make Vinicius Jr an improved contract offer as they look to keep the Brazil winger at the Bernabeu.…
Despite political headwinds, Republicans have some structural advantages in midterms
While Republicans face political headwinds in this fall's midterm elections, the party also maintains important structural advantages that could help …