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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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Can India’s youth-led protest movement bring lasting change?

Can India’s youth-led protest movement bring lasting change?

Protesters refuse to back down until Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigns.…

Ready to 'conquer Earth' - Joshua embraces comeback spotlight

Ready to 'conquer Earth' - Joshua embraces comeback spotlight

Anthony Joshua appears relaxed and encourages a sizeable Albanian contingent, supporting his opponent, to bring their "energy" for his comeback fight …

Burnham pauses plan to release some prisoners early from September

Burnham pauses plan to release some prisoners early from September

The prime minister says no prisoners will be released until a review has been conducted.…

Iraqi PM makes first official visit to Iran to deepen ties

Iraqi PM makes first official visit to Iran to deepen ties

Ali al-Zaidi will hold talks with senior Iranian officials on cooperation, shared interests and security.…

Italy confirm Ancelotti approach before Guardiola

Italy confirm Ancelotti approach before Guardiola

Italy held discussions with Carlo Ancelotti to become their national team manager before opening talks with Pep Guardiola.…

Amazon gaming boss predicts future where players no longer need consoles

Amazon gaming boss predicts future where players no longer need consoles

Jeff Gattis said the rising cost of gaming tech is likely to mean more people will stream their games online.…

What are the security implications of the US-Saudi nuclear deal?

What are the security implications of the US-Saudi nuclear deal?

Concerns are growing over a nuclear arms race in the Middle East.…

For a 2nd time, House approves resolution to end the war in Iran in a rebuke to Trump

For a 2nd time, House approves resolution to end the war in Iran in a rebuke to Trump

Four Republicans joined Democrats to approve the measure. And while it is not legally binding, the resolution represents growing frustration inside Co…

Ukraine's ousted defence minister insists on being reinstated

Ukraine's ousted defence minister insists on being reinstated

Mykhailo Fedorov refuses President Zelensky's offer to accept an alternative post, as the battle of wills continues.…

Russell proud of resilience after string of problems

Russell proud of resilience after string of problems

George Russell says he has had to be "the most resilient I've ever been" to cope with the string of problems that have affected his title challenge.…

Lebanon Latest: President Aoun visits White House to discuss Hezbollah

Lebanon Latest: President Aoun visits White House to discuss Hezbollah

Al Jazeera’s Zeina Khodr brings you the latest from Beirut.…

Trump: US-Saudi nuclear deal hinges on Saudi joining Abraham Accords

Trump: US-Saudi nuclear deal hinges on Saudi joining Abraham Accords

The US and Saudi Arabia have reached a civilian nuclear cooperation deal.…

A Game of Double Standards

A Game of Double Standards

Qatar 2022: a World Cup that exposed football’s politics, power struggles, and double standards.…

Oil surges past $100 in a first since May as Middle East conflicts rage

Oil surges past $100 in a first since May as Middle East conflicts rage

Oil prices rise for a fifth day after Yemen's Houthis say they struck Saudi Arabian oil tankers in the Red Sea.…

Frank Gardner: Houthi attacks raise fears of wider Middle East conflict and more global economic damage

Frank Gardner: Houthi attacks raise fears of wider Middle East conflict and more global economic damage

The Iran-backed group in Yemen has threatened to target Saudi vessels in a vital shipping route.…

The Hegseth budget: defense secretary’s $1.5tn ask reveals military-industrial chaos

The Hegseth budget: defense secretary’s $1.5tn ask reveals military-industrial chaos

The Pentagon head proposed a 44% increase – to second world war levels – while ‘woke’ programs are guttedUS politics live – latest updatesWhen the ‘“d…

ChatGPT medical advice brought man 'to brink of death', lawsuit alleges

ChatGPT medical advice brought man 'to brink of death', lawsuit alleges

An American man sues OpenAI and its founder Sam Altman, claiming the popular chatbot "repeatedly misdiagnosed" him.…

Far-right Israeli incursion heightens tensions at Al-Aqsa ahead of election

Far-right Israeli incursion heightens tensions at Al-Aqsa ahead of election

Israeli far-right Minister Ben-Gvir joins provocative incursion at Al-Aqsa, escalating tensions ahead of elections.…

This AI tool promises a 'second pair of eyes' to clinicians. Did patients benefit?

This AI tool promises a 'second pair of eyes' to clinicians. Did patients benefit?

Medical workers in a Nairobi clinic used an AI tool to check their work. A new study evaluates the result.…

Owner of Viking ship used in The Odyssey says studio has not paid bill for damage

Owner of Viking ship used in The Odyssey says studio has not paid bill for damage

Swedish nonprofit alleges cost to repair replica was $6,000 but Universal – which made $264m on film’s opening weekend – has not stumped upThe Swedish…

Andy Burnham Pauses Prison Early Release Plan

Andy Burnham Pauses Prison Early Release Plan

The Prime Minister orders an ‘urgent review’ into plan to release some prisoners early.…

US House votes to limit Iran war for first time since ceasefire breakdown

US House votes to limit Iran war for first time since ceasefire breakdown

The Senate was also expected to vote on War Powers resolution, in largely symbolic move attempting to reign in Trump.…

Yemen faces a new challenge amid prospects of confrontation

Yemen faces a new challenge amid prospects of confrontation

What is the military balance of power in Yemen and the likelihood of confrontation between the government and Houthis?…

5.0-magnitude earthquake strikes Texas panhandle

5.0-magnitude earthquake strikes Texas panhandle

No injuries or deaths were reported from early-morning temblor whose epicenter was 68 miles from AmarilloSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter e…

What could happen to prisoner early release scheme now PM has paused it?

What could happen to prisoner early release scheme now PM has paused it?

The PM's decision comes after a police officer's widow said the possible early release of his killers was "deplorable".…

Arsenal set to make £70m bid for Newcastle's Guimaraes

Arsenal set to make £70m bid for Newcastle's Guimaraes

Arsenal are set to make a £70m offer for Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes.…

Trump says he is close to decision on largest-yet attack on Iran

Trump says he is close to decision on largest-yet attack on Iran

Escalation would follow oil passing $100 a barrel again and Houthi strikes on Saudi tankers in the Red SeaThe US president, Donald Trump, has said he …

Two Palestinians shot dead by Israeli forces as West Bank fields set ablaze

Two Palestinians shot dead by Israeli forces as West Bank fields set ablaze

Two men were killed in the town of Beit Furik, east of Nablus. An Israeli settler was also reportedly stabbed.…

The missing half of mediation

The missing half of mediation

The future of diplomacy between the US and Iran depends on giving mediators the backing needed to make agreements stick.…

Rayner, Powell and Haigh likely to regularly work from No 10 North

Rayner, Powell and Haigh likely to regularly work from No 10 North

A think tank blueprint for No 10 North recommends a workforce of up to 300 staff within 18 months.…