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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At least one killed as Russian ballistic missiles hit Kyiv
Russian missiles struck Kyiv and the surrounding region early on Sunday, killing at least one person and injuring nine.…
Moment Iranian missiles hit airbase in Jordan killing US soldiers
A video captures the moment an Iranian missile struck Jordan’s Muwaffaq Salti Airbase, killing two US service members.…
Argentina, Spain and their stars Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal meet in World Cup final
Worry no more about wildfire smoke and $10,000 ticket prices. Sunday's final between Argentina and Spain — the first meeting of their transcendent sta…
US hits Iran for eighth consecutive night, Iran returns fire on Gulf bases
Sirik and Hajiabad areas in Iran's Hormozgan province targeted as US says revenge for killing of two soldiers.…
Palestinian teenage footballer dies after Israeli settler attack
Palestinian teenage footballer, Fadi al-Naasan, has died a week after being shot by Israeli forces.…
‘Spanish style’ wins over New York’s die-hard World Cup fans ahead of final
La Roja's World Cup success has built a new coalition of loyal and recently converted Spanish fans across New York City.…
Netanyahu declares support for Argentina ahead of World Cup final
Argentina’s ambassador to Israel has presented Benjamin Netanyahu with a football jersey ahead of the World Cup final.…
Bellingham breaks England World Cup goals record
Jude Bellingham becomes the first Englishman to score seven goals at a single World Cup with a late strike against France.…
Russians turn to cash, putting more strain on slowing wartime economy
Russians have been hit by mobile internet shutdowns and more businesses are seeking to dodge tax after more than four years of war with Ukraine.…
Iran war live: US launches new strikes; Trump mourns killed soldiers
US president says death of soldiers in Jordan a 'sad thing' as US forces attack Iran for the eighth consecutive night.…
The hidden cost of the night shift and how to sleep it off
More than three million people in the UK work night shifts, which can greatly impact their health. What can be done to help them?…
England's best World Cup for 60 years - but how should it be judged?
England have secured their best men's World Cup finish since winning the tournament 60 years ago. Is their performance at the 2026 edition being under…
Kylian Mbappe breaks all-time World Cup scoring record with 22nd goal
Mbappe is back on track to defend his Golden Boot title, which he and Messi have traded between themselves throughout the tournament.…
Saka hat-trick helps England down France to win World Cup 2026 Bronze Final
Kylian Mbappe scores twice for France to hit World Cup record, but England win 6-4 in third-place playoff final.…
Conservatives around world at war against ‘leftwing globalists’, Bridget McKenzie tells CPAC London event
Nationals senator echoes comments by Pauline Hanson as Labor criticises One Nation leader’s divisive stanceFollow our Australia news live blog for lat…
Over to you, Messi - Mbappe leads Golden Boot race for the ages
Kylian Mbappe leads the Golden Boot race by two goals but Lionel Messi could yet overtake him in the World Cup final.…
Australia news live: ski fields reach July temperature high; diesel prices surge
Follow the latest updates liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastRising fuel prices could force interest rate riseShane Oliver…
Palestinian teenage footballer dies a week after Israeli settler attack
A week after he was shot in his West Bank village, Fadi al-Nassan's death comes amid a surge in settler violence.…
Latin America unites to cheer against Argentina in FIFA World Cup final
Fans from Mexico to Brazil unite to cheer Yamal's Spain against Argentina and Messi, whom they call 'FIFA’s golden boy'.…
Cockroach Party protest intensifies after Wangchuk forcibly hospitalised
Protest by India's Cockroach Janta Party has intensified after activist Sonam Wangchuk was forcibly hospitalised.…
Northants claim third T20 Blast title after beating Hants
Northamptonshire Steelbacks win their third T20 Blast title after a titanic tussle with Hampshire Hawks in an enthralling Edgbaston final.…
Thousands rally in London in support of Gaza, demand new PM take action
Demonstrators call on Andy Burnham to impose arms embargo on Israel and pressure its government to end genocide.…
All to know about Canadian wildfire smoke, air quality and World Cup final
A thunderstorm rolled through the region causing disruption, and a haze raised air quality concerns in New York City.…
Fleetwood still dreaming of winning an open Open
Local favourite Tommy Fleetwood is five shots behind Open leader Sam Burns after two late bogeys threaten to crush his Birkdale dreams.…
Why has the ‘ceasefire’ in Gaza failed to stop Israel’s attacks?
Palestinians who have endured Israel's genocidal war are still being targeted.…
Burnham to scrap Starmer’s digital ID scheme in ‘reset of priorities’
Incoming PM will reallocate unspecified resources from unpopular plan to helping with cost of livingAndy Burnham is expected to scrap Keir Starmer’s p…
Josh Kerr of Britain breaks 27-year-old world record in the mile
Kerr announced his bid to break the world record months in advance, and pulled off the plan in London on Saturday.…
Andy Burnham to scrap digital ID to focus on cost of living in first major policy pledge
A spokesperson for the incoming prime minister says his Government would “put its focus where people need it right now”.…
Drone video shows scale of major wildfire in northern Spain
Drone video shows the scale of a major wildfire in northern Spain where more than 150 square kilometres have burned…
Iran supreme leader warns of ‘unforgettable lessons’ if US attacks continue
Mojtaba Khamenei says Trump's signature is 'worthless' and that 'bullying' is a core element of US foreign policy.…