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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What could stop the Houthis’ advance across Yemen?
Iran-backed group seized areas on Red Sea coastline.…
Manchester derby VAR officials stood down from weekend Premier League games
The chief refereeing officer stands down two VAR officials involved in Man City's win at United from upcoming EPL games.…
Israel probing Naza film on Gaza for treason, inciting anti-Semitism
Film alleges mass civilian deaths routinely built into military decisions amid Israel's genocidal war on Gaza.…
Finland shelters under French nuclear umbrella amid Russian, US uncertainty
Finland becomes 10th European state to sign up to military cooperation and nuclear deterrence initiative.…
Multiple vehicle road crash in South Africa kills 21
Fatal traffic accidents are a recurring problem for South Africa.…
Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran tour following Palestine advocacy
Gillette Stadium owner cites concerns over Macklemore's rhetoric as reason for barring him from performances.…
Austria denies entry to Iranian official after UN ruling
Iran accused Austria of reversing its approval of an Iranian delegation to the IAEA under external pressure.…
Inside the Houthis’ expanding war economy in Yemen
The Houthis have restructured Yemen's commercial sector, securing billions in revenue amid a humanitarian crisis.…
Calvert-Lewin stars but Botman struggles - player ratings for Leeds v Newcastle
How Leeds United and Newcastle United's players rated following their Premier League match.…
Sudan aid networks at risk of collapse, UN agencies warn
Without immediate donations, shelter and aid relief supplies could be depleted by the end of the month, says IOM.…
Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran tour after 'Free Palestine' speech
The US rapper was condemned by Jewish groups after making comments criticising Israel.…
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President Trump dismisses need for AI guardrails, saying “whoever wins AI, wins”…
Jerusalem Daily: A new report on the erosion of Palestinian life
Palestinian life is being systematically eroded, according to a new report and Israel threatens NAZA film directors.…
Russian oligarch close to Putin reportedly paid for part of Donald Trump Jr’s lavish wedding
US president’s eldest child married Palm Beach socialite Bettina Anderson in three-day celebration across two exclusive private islandsUS politics liv…
Kennedy Center says it's on the brink of bankruptcy, might close as early as Tuesday
In two board resolutions made public Monday, the arts institution says it is in a dire financial and physical state — and that only President Trump ca…
Israeli minister threatens to revoke filmmakers' citizenship over Gaza documentary
The film accuses the Israeli army of mass civilian killing in Gaza, and Israeli officials say it could be treasonous.…
NATO pledges increased Ukraine support as Russian strikes near border
NATO chief Rutte insists Western allies will not be intimidated by Russian attacks meant to 'scare' them off.…
10 years after taking a knee, Colin Kaepernick is still waging a 'Perilous Fight'
The former 49ers quarterback created an uproar in 2016 when took a knee during the national anthem to protest police brutality. In The Perilous Fight …
Private schools become a costly choice for struggling parents in Gaza
Gaza families face difficult choices: send children to schools in tents with few resources to pay for private school.…
Syria fuel price hikes test public patience with economic recovery
Anger rises in Syrian cities as fuel price hikes burden struggling households amid an ongoing cost-of-living crisis.…
EU states to raise game as Arctic becomes strategic geopolitical frontier
Europe racing Russia, China and US to seize security and economic opportunities.…
Carney pitches Canada to global investors amid US trade war
Hundreds of investors overseeing nearly $120 trillion in assets will gather in Toronto for the Canada Investment Summit.…
Pollock still 'open to new opportunities' as Northampton talks go on
Henry Pollock continues to play hardball in his negotiations over a Northampton Saints contract extension, insisting he is still open to offers from e…
India to supply Nepal electricity after floods wrecked hydropower projects
India to provide Nepal with 654 megawatts of electricity daily to meet urgent needs after devastating glacial floods.…
Chief coroner calls for inquiry into Manchester synagogue attack
The chief coroner says sensitive MI5 evidence means inquests may not be suitable.…
Flash flooding interrupts half-marathon, submerges cars
Parts of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut were hit by flash flooding, leading to water rescues, stranded motorists and half-marathon runners battl…
JD Vance insists US is ‘on top of’ Houthi advance in Red Sea
US Vice President JD Vance says the Trump administration is “very much on top of” the Houthi advance in Yemen.…
Why Middle East tensions are pushing oil prices above $100
Brent crude has risen above $100 a barrel as war in Iran disrupts shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.…
How Israel systematically dismantles Palestinian life in occupied West Bank
B'Tselem says settlement expansion, displacement and curbs are not isolated abuses, but decades-old, coordinated system.…
Man admits drugging and raping wife for 20 years
A husband, who cannot be named to protect his wife's anonymity, pleads guilty to more than 60 offences, including rape and administering a substance w…