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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Three killed, four injured in shooting at Detroit, Michigan, strip club
Police say the US shooting followed an altercation at an after-hours venue, and four people are in hospital.…
Ethiopian army reportedly recaptures strategic town as fighting spreads
Ethiopia’s army has reportedly recaptured the strategic town of Sekota from Tigrayan forces as fighting spreads.…
Five arrested near UK RAF base over suspected explosives ‘terror’ plot
Five men have been arrested near RAF Fairford in the UK on suspicion of explosives and terrorism offences.…
Israeli strikes continue in southern Lebanon despite ceasefire
An Israeli Apache helicopter struck a commercial centre near Mayfadoun in Southern Lebanon.…
Deadly strike hits market in Yemen’s Taiz
A strike on a market in the Yemeni city of Taiz has killed at least seven people and wounded 40.…
Ramos fires holders Portugal to 2-1 Nations League win in Norway
Goncalo Ramos starts in place of Cristiano Ronaldo and scores the winner for Portugal in Oslo.…
Inside Yemen's front-line city as Houthis battle for control
In rare access to Yemen's conflict zone the BBC travels to the front line with pro-government soldiers.…
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic resigns amid prolonged protests
Despite student-led protests and political unrest challenging his rule, Vucic intends to run in the snap elections.…
McNulty first US world road race winner in 33 years
Brandon McNulty becomes the first American winner of the men's road race world title in 33 years with a stunning victory in Montreal.…
‘Atrocious’ crime: Cuban official decries possibility of US military action
Cuba's deputy foreign minister slams US sanctions, labelling them 'equivalent to genocide'.…
Republic of Ireland defeat Israel in Debrecen
Republic of Ireland claim the first win of their Nations League B3 campaign with an impressive showing in a 3-0 victory against Israel in Debrecen.…
Why has Trump rejected Iran’s peace proposal?
The US president has reportedly threatened to resume strikes on Iran.…
Israel revokes Dutch diplomats’ status over sanctions on settlements
Israel escalates retaliatory measures as Western sanctions target illegal West Bank settlements.…
Bill Gates says AI without regulation is ‘completely irresponsible’
The billionaire cofounder of Microsoft says, without restrictions, AI could 'cause a billion deaths'.…
Pubs in Ireland refuse to screen Israel match in protest over Gaza genocide
Ireland has been thrust into the global spotlight over two controversial Nations League football games against Israel.…
Chelsea restore resilience - are they title contenders again?
Doubt crept in at Chelsea last season when they lost their Women's Super League crown - but early signs in this campaign suggest they have regained th…
Palestine Action protesters arrested in Liverpool
Police have arrested protesters at a Palestine Action demonstration in Liverpool, ahead of the Labour Party conference.…
Stuck between Israeli military checkpoints
Israeli road closures have become a part of daily life for Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.…
South Korea, Ukraine relations sour over North Korean POW transfer
South Korea's presidential office criticises Ukraine for denying POW nondisclosure agreement.…
At least 12 dead and dozens missing after a vessel capsizes in DRC
This incident comes only two days after at least 41 people died in another boat capsizing in DRC.…
Five arrested on terrorism charges after explosives found near RAF base used by US
Counter-terrorism police investigate whether Iran is behind suspected bomb plot after member of public calls 999 over suspicious vehiclesCounter-terro…
Heroic York rearguard stuns Wigan in Grand Final
York Valkyrie become the first side to win the Women's Super League three times after an incredible defensive effort thwarts favourites Wigan.…
No handshakes between Republic of Ireland and Israel
The Republic of Ireland and Israel players do not shake hands with each other before Sunday's controversial Uefa Nations League game in Hungary.…
UK to open new refugee resettlement routes for Afghan women and Palestinians
Exclusive: Move by Shabana Mahmood comes after closure of Afghan scheme last year but experts say numbers too small to deter Channel crossingsUK polit…
One month after Nepal’s catastrophic floods, thousands remain missing
A month after floods tore through Nepal, 5,285 people remain missing and more than 1,100 are still in holding centres.…
Mike Waltz: US offered to sell Iran uranium for civilian programme
US ambassador says Iran refused to agree to an arrangement where uranium would be supplied by Washington.…
‘Iran ready for doomsday war’, FM Araghchi says
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran is prepared for war to resume, ‘even if it comes to a doomsday war’.…
Dozens killed in two mass shootings in South Africa
At least 27 people have been killed in two mass shootings across South Africa.…
Giant pandas arrive in Atlanta as part of 10-year US-China agreement
The two pandas, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, arrived from southwestern China.…
As Congress debates college sports, athletes-turned-senators have a seat at the table
The Protect College Sports Act is on the brink of passing in the Senate, where a handful of former college athletes who are now senators on both sides…