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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Was Neville right to call out Man Utd for a 'lack of effort'?
Was Gary Neville right to call out Manchester United for a "lack of effort" in their 1-1 draw at Fulham on Sunday?…
US strikes on alleged drug boats may constitute ‘crimes against humanity’, UN finds
Dozens of US attacks on boats in the Pacific and Caribbean have killed more than 230 people since September 2025A special rapporteur for the UN human …
Man charged with causing death by dangerous driving over crash that killed 6
Four members of the same family and a married couple on a motorbike died in the 2024 collision.…
How an economic squeeze is changing everyday life and work for Iranians
Iran’s government is trying to change some work patterns to help save on fuel and energy amid struggles and shortages.…
Elif Eralp: A leftist leader with Turkish roots dubbed ‘Germany’s Mamdani’
Victory in Berlin signals that Germany continues to be liberal, that, despite the far right's rise, experts say.…
Inquest into British aid workers killed in Gaza may call on Israeli and UK military chiefs
Lawyer tells review hearing that families wish to know whether weaponry involved in the deaths was made in UKIsraeli and UK military commanders could …
Is it a missile? Is it a drone? What’s the Pelican used by Ukraine?
The use of the Pelican has provoked interest among military analysts as to whether it is a tactical ballistic missile.…
Google hit with €403m fine by Irish data watchdog over GDPR violations
The penalty follows an inquiry launched into the tech giant six years ago, following complaints from several European consumer rights organisations.…
What’s the US–China AI ‘hotline’ that Trump plans to pitch to Xi Jinping?
Washington and Beijing discuss AI hotline idea amid escalating competition and restrictions on advanced technologies.…
Watch: Patrick Clancy says he forgives his ex-wife, Lindsay
The ex-husband of a US mother accused of murdering their three children has said he would have been "eaten up inside forever" had he not forgiven her.…
Egypt’s Amina Orfi becomes youngest women’s squash world number one at 19
Orfi, the reigning senior and junior world champion, topped the rankings with victory at the Qatar Classic last week.…
Cate Blanchett asks theatre audience to stop filming during show
The A-list actress is the latest star to ask fans to put their phones away during performances.…
Millions urged to evacuate as powerful Typhoon Dujuan hits Japan
The country's meteorological agency had warned of an "imminent threat to life," but this has now been downgraded in most areas.…
Yemenis flee across Red Sea as Houthis and Saudi-backed forces escalate war
The BBC's Frank Gardner speaks some of those who have fled the war by crossing the Red Sea to Djibouti…
Two arrested over major fire at Kent hotel
A 38-year-old man and 21-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of arson, police say.…
Katya Adler: Merz's political crisis threatens Germany's obsession with stability
Political shifts in Germany are being watched closely in Europe and beyond, Katya Adler writes.…
Best not to underestimate us - GB plan BJK Cup upset against all-star Czechs
Great Britain face the Czech Republic at the Billie Jean King Cup Finals on Tuesday - and know full well the size of the challenge facing them.…
Merz vows to keep coalition together for Germany's 'democratic future'
The chancellor has come under increasing pressure after resounding state election defeats, but says the results "go far beyond my own person"…
Illinois authorities investigate possible ICE wounding of US citizen
Police responded to altercation and found injured man and another person who identified himself as a federal agentAuthorities in Illinois are investig…
Putin consolidates grip on Russia as 49 Ukraine war veterans elected to parliament
Pro-Kremlin party’s record victory in tightly controlled vote likely to be used as evidence country supports warRussia’s new parliament will include 4…
British Museum bans visitors from photographing Bayeux Tapestry
Visitors stopping to take pictures of the 68m medieval embroidery were holding up others, prompting the rule change.…
Israeli forces arrest dozens of Palestinians in occupied West Bank raid
At least 53 young men are being held in Biddu after raids left the town in lockdown, with schools and businesses shut.…
Israeli attacks on Gaza kill three, including a child
Israeli attacks on Palestinians continue in Gaza despite a 'ceasefire' signed in October.…
NFL’s Azeez Al-Shaair honours another Palestinian girl killed by Israel
Azeez Al-Shaair has paid tribute to another Palestinian child killed by Israel, despite the NFL fine last week.…
Moroccan parties mobilise in markets and online for parliamentary elections
Moroccan parties are pushing campaigns before the September 23 vote to secure 395 parliamentary seats.…
CNN, MS NOW and Politico will sue Trump after being barred from White House
Reporters from CNN, MS NOW and Politico say they were prevented from entering the White House grounds after President Trump announced plans to ban all…
US strikes on alleged drug boats could be crimes against humanity, says UN
A report says the attacks, of which there have been at least 68, were not self-defence.…
'Other generations just buried it' - Youths share their mental health concerns
The BBC's Catherine Burns spoke to some young mental health ambassadors who called for an increase in mental health support.…
'What a play!' - Chase catch leads NFL plays of the week
Watch the best plays from this weekend's NFL action including Ja'Marr Chase's incredible catch in the Cincinatti Bengals' win over the Houston Texans.…
Why do Sudan’s humanitarian truces keep failing and who is to blame?
Efforts to bring about humanitarian truces in Sudan hit a dead end as warring factions prioritise battlefield victories.…