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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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Post-apartheid South Africa: 50 years after Soweto riots, what has changed?

Post-apartheid South Africa: 50 years after Soweto riots, what has changed?

Black students braved bullets to protest the discriminatory apartheid-era education policies.…

Qatar renews mediation efforts for regional stability after US-Iran deal

Qatar renews mediation efforts for regional stability after US-Iran deal

Qatar says it is working to prevent a return to war, following the signing of the MoU between the US and Iran.…

Trump slams Israeli attacks on Lebanon at G7 summit

Trump slams Israeli attacks on Lebanon at G7 summit

US President Donald Trump slammed Israeli attacks on Lebanon at the G7 Summit.…

Trio of senior defence figures accuse Starmer of underfunding military

Trio of senior defence figures accuse Starmer of underfunding military

PM hit by three-pronged attack from ex-defence secretary, former defence minister and chief of defence staffUK politics live – latest updatesKeir Star…

Trump further guts Education Dept. by shifting oversight of special ed, civil rights

Trump further guts Education Dept. by shifting oversight of special ed, civil rights

The moves to the federal departments of Health and Human Services and Justice, respectively, would further dismantle an agency that President Donald T…

In Albania, anger grows against the government for supporting a Kushner-linked luxury resort

In Albania, anger grows against the government for supporting a Kushner-linked luxury resort

Albania's government has given preliminary approval to plans for the luxury resort along a stretch of coastline, prompting daily protests and legal ch…

How Prince George will follow in his father's footsteps at Eton College

How Prince George will follow in his father's footsteps at Eton College

The prince is set to attend the elite boarding school from September, Kensington Palace has announced.…

Hundreds of cats stolen for food in Vietnam rescued by police

Hundreds of cats stolen for food in Vietnam rescued by police

Police have arrested nine people and rescued more than 400 cats destined for slaughter, with more than 40 reunited with their owners.…

Iran’s top envoy says peace deal with the US dependent on Israel’s withdrawal from Lebanon

Iran’s top envoy says peace deal with the US dependent on Israel’s withdrawal from Lebanon

Abbas Araghchi says ‘war has not fully come to an end’ without Israeli forces leaving territories occupied during present conflictMiddle East crisis –…

Russian tanker captain remanded into custody after vessel seized in Channel

Russian tanker captain remanded into custody after vessel seized in Channel

Ajay Pant charged with sanctions breach over shadow fleet ship carrying 98,000 tonnes of oil boarded by British troops The captain of a Russian shadow…

Naomi Campbell blames lawyer for 'fraud and deception' at charity ban appeal

Naomi Campbell blames lawyer for 'fraud and deception' at charity ban appeal

The supermodel is appealing the ban against her, telling an appeal tribunal that fake emails were used to misdirect funds.…

'The Lost Founder' profiles a brilliant lawyer who helped craft the Constitution

'The Lost Founder' profiles a brilliant lawyer who helped craft the Constitution

Jesse Wegman's book tells the story of James Wilson, a largely forgotten founding father who lived a colorful life and died as a Supreme Court justice…

Rew to make debut as Smith misses second Test

Rew to make debut as Smith misses second Test

Jamie Smith misses England's second Test against New Zealand following the birth of his daughter, with James Rew coming into the side as a third debut…

Israel went to war with Iran, but Netanyahu may be the loser

Israel went to war with Iran, but Netanyahu may be the loser

Critics say PM Benjamin Netanyahu's Iran war strengthened Tehran, strained US ties, and left Israel weaker.…

Live with a partner? You may be sharing more microbes than you think

Live with a partner? You may be sharing more microbes than you think

A large study finds you may share about a quarter of your oral and gut microbes with the people you live with. Should you worry? We asked the experts.…

Nearly all children globally exposed to at least one climate hazard: Report

Nearly all children globally exposed to at least one climate hazard: Report

Report highlights the growing threats posed by climate change and calls for the green transition to be accelerated.…

Captain of seized Russian shadow fleet tanker appears in court

Captain of seized Russian shadow fleet tanker appears in court

Ajay Pant, a 38-year-old Indian national, has been charged with sanction offences.…

Grammy Awards add Asian Pop and Latin song categories

Grammy Awards add Asian Pop and Latin song categories

The music awards adds five new categories after wins from Bad Bunny and KPop Demon Hunters.…

Fragile quiet in Lebanon as US-Iran truce leaves unanswered questions

Fragile quiet in Lebanon as US-Iran truce leaves unanswered questions

Many Lebanese remain doubtful that the agreement could finally mean the end of the fighting between Israel and Hezbollah.…

With Israel unleashed, there can be no peace in the Middle East

With Israel unleashed, there can be no peace in the Middle East

The US has long extended unconditional support for Israeli aggression. Now, it struggles to rein it in.…

From JCPOA exit to the 2026 deal: How US-Iran ties soured under Trump

From JCPOA exit to the 2026 deal: How US-Iran ties soured under Trump

Ties between the US and Iran have been strained through both of Donald Trump's terms as US president.…

The war with Iran is making oil changes pricier. And a deal won't solve it

The war with Iran is making oil changes pricier. And a deal won't solve it

The U.S. may be the world's biggest producer of crude oil, but that's not the case for motor oil. The cost of lubricants is soaring, and even a tentat…

France vs Senegal live: World Cup 2026

France vs Senegal live: World Cup 2026

Follow the build-up, analysis and live text commentary as France take on Senegal in a Group I clash in New Jersey.…

Tehran selling deal with US as victory – but for Iranians it was necessity

Tehran selling deal with US as victory – but for Iranians it was necessity

For many Iranians, the question is not whether the deal means victory, but whether it lowers prices and reduces fear of another war.…

Russian frigate fires warning shots at British yacht in Channel – reports

Russian frigate fires warning shots at British yacht in Channel – reports

Ministry of Defence investigates after shots apparently fired within 500 metres of vessel near Isle of WightThe Ministry of Defence is investigating r…

Ukrainian drone detonates near Moscow

Ukrainian drone detonates near Moscow

Footage shows the moment a Ukrainian drone hit a building under construction.…

Optics of peace first, details later: The US-Iran 60-day challenge

Optics of peace first, details later: The US-Iran 60-day challenge

Negotiators have yet to hold talks on key issues that have plagued US-Iran diplomacy for decades, say analysts.…

A Mexican citizen died in ICE custody. Now his family is demanding answers

A Mexican citizen died in ICE custody. Now his family is demanding answers

Jose Guadalupe Ramos is one of 19 people who have died in ICE detention this year. Experts say he's part of a trend.…

Streeting warns against 'expensive' Labour leadership pledges

Streeting warns against 'expensive' Labour leadership pledges

The ex-health secretary says he would not make campaign promises that he would have to later reverse.…

The World Cup reminds us that the way to a visitor's heart ... is through their stomach

The World Cup reminds us that the way to a visitor's heart ... is through their stomach

The action inside the stadiums isn't the only thing capturing the attention of international visitors. Turns out, they're discovering the delights of …