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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See tiny organisms on show in microscopic video competition
The winning video features tiny hair-like structures, called cilia, in the airways of a child with a rare genetic disease.…
UN findings show US strikes on Minab could be war crimes
UN-backed human rights experts say the US committed possible war crimes when it launched two strikes.…
Syria warns Israel poses ‘the greatest threat’ to Middle East stability
UNSC meeting on Syria turned into a heated debate between Israel and Turkiye over troops in Syrian territory.…
Russians go to polls against backdrop of Ukraine war and Putin’s tightening grip
President’s United Russia party faces no meaningful opposition after liberal anti-war party barred from ballotRussians are going to the polls to elect…
Former Assad officer sentenced to 60 years in US for torture
Former Syrian official sentenced to 60 years in US prison for torturing prisoners under al-Assad's regime.…
Why US plan to sell F-35 warplanes to Saudi Arabia is controversial
Saudi Arabia has lobbied the US for years to buy F35s, the world's most advanced fighter jet.…
Migrant crossings to Europe by sea drop sharply amid heightened risks: IOM
More than 2,200 migrants died or vanished at sea in 2026, despite declining crossings into Europe, says IOM.…
US court sentences ex-Syrian official who ran notorious ‘punishment wing’ to 60 years
Samir Ousman al-Sheikh, part of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, was in charge of Adra prison where prisoners were torturedThis article contains descriptions…
Iran war live: Trump weighs ‘big decision’ on Iran, tanker hit in Hormuz
Trump says he faces a 'big decision' on whether to 'annihilate' his Iranian foes, adding that 'anything could happen'.…
Iran expels Swedish diplomat in retaliatory move
Tehran gives Swedish official 48 hours to leave as Iran says Stockholm is bowing down to outside pressure.…
Not just 'Nice Guy Eddie': Lib Dems eager for leader to show radical side at party conference
There is a sizeable group of Lib Dem MPs who openly question whether the party's problem is with its leader, while others support his stance.…
Badenoch brings in lawyers over Tory-run borough's 94% council tax hike
A row is growing over Wandsworth Council's rise, which the local authority is blaming on government funding cuts.…
New wild cat species discovered - with only one known living member
A spotted wildcat long mistaken for relatives has been identified as a new species in Bolivia.…
US approves $414M uranium investment in Niger, two years after troops left
Uranium project investment could mark a turning point in US-Niger and US-Canada relations.…
The Papers: 'Giddy King' and 'war of words' over Earl Spencer book
Most papers feature the latest from the royal feud on the second day of Diana's brother Earl Spencer's book being serialised in the Daily Mail.…
War may be coming. Are we psychologically ready?
The military and Government say the risk of conflict is growing, but we may not be mentally ready for it…
From -17 points to dream European start for Bournemouth
Bournemouth started a League Two season on -17 points in 2008, now they have made a dream start in European competition.…
US judge orders 30-day notice prior to any Kennedy Center physical changes
The ruling comes amid legal battle over Trump’s changes to the Kennedy Center, including his effort to rename it.…
Healey to ask EU finance ministers to let UK into 'Made in Europe' industry scheme
The chancellor wants the Made in Europe programme to deepen ties with the UK "rather than erecting new barriers".…
Watch: Can humpback whales experience grief?
Rare footage captured by researchers off Australia's Gold Coast suggests humpback whale mothers may experience grief when their calves die.…
Trinidad and Tobago ends state of emergency amid pushback over mass arrests
Lawyers criticised mass arrests under emergency powers that allowed authorities to detain people without charge.…
Russia election: Could other parties challenge United Russia?
Russians vote for the first time since 2022. Can opposition parties challenge Putin-backed United Russia in this vote?…
US approves visas for top Iranian leaders to attend UN General Assembly
Iran's delegation to UNGA will be smaller this year, with travel restrictions and limits on luxury goods purchases.…
Yemenis recount journey to Djibouti as refugee arrivals surge
Djibouti has appealed to the international community to help provide humanitarian assistance as thousand flee Yemen.…
Trump administration approves sale of F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia
The deal, which needs approval from Congress, comes as Riyadh seeks Washington's help in its war with Yemen's Houthis.…
Russia, China veto UN mandate to monitor Iran sanctions
Move ends the Security Council’s watchdog panel on Iran sanctions.…
Pennsylvania seeks CDC help amid dispute over US measles deaths
The CDC and officials from the US state differ over how four deaths should be classified as cases continue to spread.…
Trump withdraws Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, as his nominee to lead ICE
The White House says it is withdrawing its nomination of Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, to lead ICE, ensuring that an agency at the …
Why have China’s oil prices reached a record high?
Why have China's oil prices reached a record high?…
Can ‘middle powers’ come together to build a new economic alliance?
Canada's prime minister outlines plans for stronger ties with the EU.…