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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Dramatic insider warnings over AI fall flat with some in Silicon Valley
A recent spate of stark warnings about the dangers of AI has been met with scepticism by executives and investors.…
Céline Dion fans prepare for comeback concert in Paris
Fans of the Canadian singer greeted her as she left her hotel on Saturday.…
New system, same problems - Alonso not happy with 'soft' Chelsea
It was subdued at Stamford Bridge after Chelsea's 2-2 draw with newly promoted Hull City.…
Was Hull & Woad pairing right call as Europe & US end level with singles to play?
Should Europe fail to reach the 14½ points they require to win the Solheim Cup on Sunday questions will surely be asked of captain Anna Nordqvist's fa…
Alien Terrorist Removal Court deports legal US resident to Afghanistan in first-ever case
Nazira Haji Zada, a lawful permanent resident, conceded to being an "alien terrorist." It marks the first case in the Alien Terrorist Removal Court.…
India vs Sri Lanka: Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 final – schedule, teams, form
Aiming for a record-extending eighth title, India take on defending champions Sri Lanka in Sunday's final in Dubai.…
Selling the war: Purges, polygraphs and propaganda
The Iran war has become ever more challenging for the Trump administration to sell.…
Oscar-winning film producer Jeremy Thomas dies aged 77
Best known for The Last Emperor and Sexy Beast, the British film-maker was celebrated for working with international directors throughout his decades-…
DR Congo’s worst Ebola epidemic ever passes 7,000 cases
DRC detected the outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo virus in mid-May; nearly 3,400 people have since died.…
England chasing the rainbow with more questions than answers
Are England a better team in September than in June? BBC cricket correspondent Stephan Shemilt discusses the positives and negatives of the Test summe…
Will the Houthi attacks activate the Mecca Pact?
If there is a Saudi request, Pakistan and Turkiye will intervene, but direct involvement in the Yemen war is unlikely.…
At least seven killed in fire at prison in northern Syria
Inmates rioted following protests in the city of Kobane over the killing of former Kurdish fighter, state media reports.…
Iranian official tells Al Jazeera IAEA ruling was imposed by US and Israel
Iranian official tells Al Jazeera an IAEA resolution on Tehran’s nuclear safeguards was ‘imposed’ by the US and Israel…
Iran-backed Houthis seize strategic Mayun Island: Can they hold it?
The takeover solidifies the group's position in the Bab al-Mandeb, but holding it long-term could be difficult.…
Rival protests in Portsmouth as face masks banned
Rival demonstrators march through Portsmouth as new police powers come into force.…
IDF soldier filmed shooting Palestinian in leg amid West Bank settler standoff
Incident is latest to raise questions over Israel’s ability or willingness to stop violent settlers in occupied territoryAn Israeli soldier shot a Pal…
'People are still afraid of those three letters': Fighting the stigma of HIV
That's a quote from former rugby star Gareth Thomas, who is HIV positive. At the International AIDS Conference in Rio this year, he spoke out about th…
‘Divine triumph’: Iran celebrates Houthis’ capture of Yemen’s Red Sea coast
Iranian officials have praised the Houthis' victories but have not spoken about any imminent closure of Bab al-Mandeb.…
Yemen government forces say Houthi ‘members, vehicles’ targeted in Mocha
Yemeni government forces says they launched air strikes on Houthi fighters along the Red Sea coast.…
OPINION: 25 years on, a nation still mourns
A moment to remember those lost in the 9/11 terrorist attacks 25 years ago yesterday.…
Trump: Iran probably ‘behind’ Saudi oil pipeline attack
Trump: Iran probably ‘behind’ Saudi oil pipeline attack…
Manchester United vs Man City: Premier League – predictions, teams, lineups
Premier League leaders Manchester City gear up for their first derby under new boss Enzo Maresca against rivals United.…
England survive scare to sweep Pakistan series
England survive an almighty scare to eventually win the third Test against Pakistan by eight wickets and complete a 3-0 clean sweep.…
Israel-Lebanon talks postponed as explosions rock southern Lebanon
President Aoun says 'no new negotiations with Israel at the moment'.…
China’s marriage crisis: The search for love
101 East explores how ancient traditions are getting a modern makeover as young Chinese seek new ways to find love.…
Houthis celebrate seizing control of Yemen’s Red Sea coast
Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis have been celebrating after seizing control of the Red Sea coast in a rapid offensive.…
Left with nothing, people in Gaza are forced to rent generators by the hour
Israel's destruction of homes and infrastructure in Gaza has forced Palestinians to rent generators by the hour.…
Reform receives second £36m donation in two days as crypto investor matches record
Cryptocurrency investor Christopher Harborne says he has matched a donation from Ben Delo announced late on Friday.…
Saudi Arabia shuts critical oil pipeline after drone attack: What it means
Baghdad launches investigation, closes border after confirming strike came from Iraqi territory.…
Xi Jinping gets red carpet at Brics summit amid thaw in India-China relations
Chinese president’s arrival in Delhi seen as step towards reconciliation after deadly 2020 military clashThe Chinese president, Xi Jinping, has receiv…