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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Al Jazeera reports from Israeli attack site in southern Beirut
Al Jazeera reports from the site of an Israeli attack on a residential building in southern Beirut.…
Thousands protest as Trump, other world leaders set to meet for G7 summit
Activists rally in Geneva to denounce policies of G7 countries ahead of group's annual meeting this week in France.…
‘Unacceptable’: London protesters slam illegal Israeli settlement land sale
Demonstrators denounce event promoting Israeli settlement land and property sales as a violation of international law.…
Netherlands vs Japan live: World Cup 2026
Follow our live build-up, with full team news coverage, ahead of our live text commentary stream.…
Trump condemns Israel attack on Beirut, says Iran deal still close
Trump says there should be 'no more attacks' by Israel or Hezbollah on 'special day' when deal could be signed.…
UK and Japan agree £18bn investment deal
Japanese firms will spend billions on UK infrastructure and offshore wind, Downing Street says.…
Trump makes endorsement in key Georgia Republican US Senate run-off
Trump picks Mike Collins over Derek Dooley in race to determine who will face Democrat Jon Ossoff in November midterms.…
UK forces seize suspected Russian oil tanker accused of funding Ukraine war
British armed forces intercepted an oil tanker believed to be part of Russia’s sanctioned shadow fleet.…
Sinkholes near Purley bridge halt Gatwick trains
Several sinkholes discovered near Purley station during engineering work meant the line is closed.…
Iranian hardliners in vociferous push to reject proposed peace deal with US
Those in favour forced to defend themselves against claims the terms of the proposal amount to capitulationMiddle East crisis – live updatesIranian ha…
Farage vows to ban foreign nationals from social housing
The Reform UK leader says tenants would have three months to find a new home or face potential deportation.…
The U.S.-led war in Iran will dominate Trump's G7 trip to France
The gathering was originally expected to be a meeting focused on a variety of separate economic and security issues.…
EU set to hold membership talks with Ukraine
EU set to hold membership talks with Ukraine…
Royal Marines Take Control Of Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker
Royal Marine Commandos boarded a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the English Channel.…
Sexual Violence in Israeli Prisons: What History Tells Us
Sexual violence against Palestinians in Israeli custody is often framed as a post-October 7 issue. But historical record…
Donald Trump’s name removed from Kennedy Center
Trump’s name has been removed from the Kennedy Center after a court ruling, but adorns many other things and places.…
Teen shot and buses torched in Manhattan after historic NBA championship win for Knicks
At least 63 people were arrested in the disorder after the Knicks beat the Spurs to clinch the title.…
Anticipation, pushback in Iran as mediators work to finalise deal with US
Israel attacked Beirut again in an apparent attempt to test and derail an agreement.…
Israel attacks Beirut on same day Trump says Iran deal to be signed
Israel has bombed the southern suburbs of Beirut, saying it targeted Hezbollah ‘infrastructure’.…
Here's who's missing at the World Cup: Soccer-playing grannies!
The World Cup isn't the only global soccer event of note. Check out the Grannies International Football Tournament.…
World Cup 2026: Biggest takeaways from Brazil-Morocco group match
Vinicius Junior scored a brilliant goal to dig Brazil out of trouble after Ismael Saibari had put Morocco ahead.…
Swiss voters reject 10 million population cap, early projections say
Not all votes have been counted, but the current trend suggests 55% of participants voted against the proposal.…
Woman fearful of 'predators' before her death, family say
Police are reviewing the investigation into Katie Beattie's death following calls from her family.…
Watch: MOD video shows Russian shadow fleet tanker interception
British armed forces boarded a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker in the English Channel.…
Israel accuses Hezbollah of ceasefire violation, issues displacement orders
Israel warns of attacks as Iran insists Lebanon must be included in any peace deal with the United States.…
Romanian president picks Liberal former mayor as PM to form new government
Adrian Vestea nominated as prime minister after previous choice, Eugen Tomac, withdraws.…
Ukraine and Moldova start first phase of EU membership negotiations
Election of new Hungarian government in April has paved way for EU member states to agree to open talks Ukraine and Moldova will take a decisive step …
Tech firms had 'enough time' says Nandy, ahead of social media announcement
The prime minister is expected to announce measures on protecting teenagers online on Monday.…
Armed men kidnap high-ranking security official in Haiti
James Boyard's abduction is the highest-ranking abduction in the violence-wracked country in recent years, according to reports.…
Trump's UFC fights bring historic spectacle to White House
Seven cage fights will be held on the White House grounds in honor of the nation's upcoming 250th anniversary.…