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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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Claims Israel’s Beirut strike pushed Trump on Iran announcement
US diplomat Alan Eyre says despite the US-Iran ceasefire announcement, there is no deal until it has been formalised.…
Summer warmth to return this week but rain will linger for some
A warmer week is ahead, though rain remains in the forecast for some.…
Oil prices slide after Pakistan announces deal between US and Iran
Under the agreement, the key Strait of Hormuz waterway will be reopened, US President Donald Trump said.…
BREAKING: US, Iran announce ceasefire agreement
US President Donald Trump has announced a ceasefire agreement with Iran.…
The U.S. and Iran announce a deal to end the war
President Trump said the U.S. would remove its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.…
US-Iran ceasefire deal announced, Trump says Strait of Hormuz reopening
Trump has announced a ceasefire deal with Iran has been agreed, and that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen for shipping.…
Japan come from behind twice to draw with Netherlands
Daichi Kamada's late header rescues a deserved point for Japan against the Netherlands in their opening World Cup game in Dallas.…
Violence erupts during anti-G7 protests in Geneva on eve of summit
Violence erupts during anti-G7 protests in Geneva on eve of summit.…
Gaza mourns four killed in Israeli strike
Cries of grief echoed through Gaza City for four Palestinians killed near the Jabalia refugee camp in northern Gaza.…
Roy Hattersley, former Labour deputy leader, dies aged 93
Paying tribute, Sir Keir Starmer said Lord Hattersley "was a giant of the Labour movement".…
Israeli military says Hezbollah targets struck in Beirut
Israel says it targeted the Iran-backed armed group Hezbollah, as Tehran warns this could derail a US-Iran deal to end the fighting.…
Israel expands military control in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria by 1,000sq km
AJ probe: Israel expands military control by 1,000sq km on three fronts, using land grabs to mask strategic failures.…
Israel welcomes Somaliland president in ‘historic’ visit
Israel hosted Somaliland's President on a landmark visit to Jerusalem after recognising it as an independent state.…
Musician Oliver Tree, 32, killed in helicopter crash in Brazil
Alternative singer and internet personality among six who died when two helicopters collided over Rio de JaneiroTwo helicopters collided over Rio de J…
Is the G7 still relevant?
G7 country leaders meet in France this week for their annual summit amid changing geopolitical dynamics.…
Ibram X. Kendi: Is the US inherently racist?
Has America failed to confront its racial past? Ibram X. Kendi on race, identity and the anti-racism backlash.…
Trump says Israeli attacks on Beirut unjustified, puts Iran deal at risk
Trump has commented on Truth Social, condemning Israeli attacks on Beirut as the cease fire is to be extended.…
Trump reportedly tells Putin he is prepared to help end war in Ukraine
Trump also says in ‘friendly and frank’ phone call that US is nearing peace deal with Iran, according to Putin adviserDonald Trump told Vladimir Putin…
New defence secretary to ‘reprioritise’ UK plan for military spending, say sources
Starmer ‘can’t sack him or let him resign’, says ally of Dan Jarvis after predecessor’s resignation The new defence secretary is to revisit a controve…
11 skydivers and pilot killed in plane crash
The plane had just taken off in the US state of Missouri, but failed to gain altitude, according to local emergency responders.…
'The new Emma' - positives Raducanu can take from Queen's to Wimbledon
Emma Raducanu falls agonisingly short at Queen's after losing in Sunday's final - but there are huge positives to take with Wimbledon just around the …
Thunderstorms threaten Trump's UFC cage fight on the White House lawn
Thousands are expected at the mixed martial arts fight, which coincides with Trump's 80th birthday.…
Hamilton says Barcelona win beyond wildest dreams
Lewis Hamilton says he was struggling to find the words to express how much his first victory for Ferrari meant to him in Barcelona.…
Police stop Tommy Robinson on his way back to London from Russian trip
Met seizes far-right activist’s phones after he disembarks flight at Heathrow under counter-terrorism provisionsBritish police say they stopped the fa…
Police arrest 14 as rival protests take place over Israeli property event in London
About 1,000 people demonstrated for and against show in north London synagogue promoting sale of property in IsraelAbout 1,000 people protested for an…
Grenfell ninth anniversary 'particularly difficult'
Damel Carayol, from Humanity for Grenfell, speaks about his feelings nine years after the fire.…
Trump calls for restraint after Israel launches fresh airstrikes on Beirut
US president says ‘all sides should stand down’ as mediators seek to conclude preliminary US-Iran peace deal negotiationsMiddle East crisis – live upd…
Analyst says what attacks on Lebanon could mean for potential US-Iran deal
Israeli affairs analyst Dan Perry explains how the US, Israel and Iran may react as they get closer to an agreement.…
Knicks fans set bus alight during celebrations
Footage shows a World Cup shuttle bus set into flames amid chaotic celebrations following Knicks NBA win.…
Real Madrid agree deal for Chelsea's Cucurella
Real Madrid have a verbal agreement in place to sign Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella after the World Cup.…