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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Kuwait-Iraq border crossing hit in drone attack
Kuwait's Defence Ministry said a drone attack hit the Abdali border crossing with Iraq, causing damage but no casualties…
Is Andy Burnham Rewarding Starmer’s Challengers?
And how will the new Prime Minister pay for the £2 bus fare cap in England?…
Has Russia helped Iran target CIA sites in the Gulf?
Reports of Iran targeting sites belonging to the US's CIA first emerged in the early days of the Iran war.…
How shipping insurance rates are rising, as Hormuz, Bab al-Mandeb shut down
Insurance rates through Hormuz are currently four times the five-year average.…
Israeli security minister joins Jewish extremists as they storm al-Aqsa mosque compound
Far-right minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was among thousands who gathered at Jerusalem’s most sensitive holy siteIsrael’s far-right minister of national sec…
Alonso optimistic about Aston Martin upgrade - will it decide his future?
Fernando Alonso says he is "optimistic" about the major upgrade Aston Martin are introducing at the Hungarian Grand Prix.…
US House passes war powers resolution directing Trump to withdraw US military from Iran
Resolution, which comes after similar one in June, is largely symbolic, as Trump administration says it’s unconstitutionalUS politics live – latest up…
In a first, Chinese woman wins the prestigious Fields Medal
Despite criticisms of a brain drain from China to the U.S., the awards come at a time when several high-profile Chinese scholars have returned home, s…
About 500 national guard members deployed to West Virginia after flash floods
Search and rescue operations continue as troops deploy across state after torrential rain caused floods and damageAbout 500 national guard members hav…
Ex-Coronation Street actor to receive 'substantial' libel damages from the Sun publisher
Qasim Akhtar is to receive "substantial" damages to settle a High Court libel claim from a story last eyar.…
Rebuilding Gaza to cost $71bn, must include Palestinians, report finds
Rebuilding the enclave will cost seven times the combined cost of all past offensives, says joint report.…
Kashmiri activist Khurram Parvez and journalist Irfan Mehraj freed on bail
Indian authorities release the two men after years in prison although both remain under tight court-imposed restrictions…
Risk of Parkinson’s disease may increase with prolonged exposure to road traffic noise
Pioneering study linking noise pollution to Parkinson’s finds 3% increase in risk for every 11.5dB rise in noise levelsLong-term exposure to road traf…
How are companies, governments responding to the OpenAI hack?
OpenAI's AI models hacked into another company, prompting calls for scrutiny of safeguards for advanced AI systems.…
Arsenal sign Greek forward Tzolis for £34m
Arsenal sign "extremely versatile attacking player" Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge for £34m.…
British army forced to cancel training in Kenya after defence agreement dispute
Exercise for September called off after Kenya raises concerns over funding and jurisdiction for criminal offencesThe British army has been forced to c…
Shapps blocked from standing again for the Conservatives
Kemi Badenoch tells the BBC she leads a "new party full of new people" as ex-MP is rejected as a candidate.…
Saudis must recognise Israel for nuclear deal, says Trump
The US president says the landmark agreement to help Saudis develop nuclear energy is dependent on it joining the Abraham Accords.…
Can Iran withstand new pressure from the US?
After a truce, the US has returned to war with Iran. Alex Gatopoulos looks at what’s different this time…
First Thing: US agrees Saudi uranium deal as strikes on Iran continue and Yemen’s Houthis hit tankers
Conflict continues across the region as White House announces nuclear technology agreement. Plus, the artist who flattened a Tesla with a tankGood mor…
Two Russian men jailed in Angola for terrorism and spying
The men were convicted over alleged plan to stage coup and organise deadly demonstrations over fuel prices last yearTwo Russian men have been found gu…
Saudi Arabia and US strike deal for kingdom to enrich uranium
Donald Trump approves agreement to help country make fuel for civilian nuclear programmeDonald Trump signed a nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia on W…
Bonnie Tyler's funeral to be broadcast online to fans around the world
The service in Swansea on 17 August will be live streamed on the star's official website.…
Trump's nuclear deal with Saudis jettisons longstanding US demands
Past US presidents insisted that Saudi Arabia normalise relations with Israel in exchange for nuclear technology.…
Dubai offers tourists benefits worth £610 as numbers plummet amid Iran war
Family and friends of residents eligible for dining and hotel packages as city spurned by visitorsMiddle East crisis – live updatesDubai is offering t…
Women’s Africa Cup of Nations 2026: What to know about the tournament
Tournament format, venues, title favourites, groups, prize money and players to watch at the 2026 WAFCON in Morocco.…
Why a North Sea oilfield is emerging as British PM Burnham’s big test
Reports suggesting the new British PM might allow drilling in the North Sea have excited Donald Trump, divided locals.…
Israel releases 35 detainees from Gaza
Israel releases 35 detainees from Gaza…
Several killed as Ukraine, Russia trade attacks deep behind the front line
Four have been killed by Russian strikes in Ukraine, while four others died in Russia and Crimea, according to reports.…
This AI tool promises a 'second sight 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.…