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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US and Iran hit pause on strikes for second day
The relative calm comes amid reports of renewed efforts to restore diplomatic talks.…
Badenoch says PM must rule out tax rises to fund social care reform
In a letter to the PM, the Conservative leader offers to work with him on adult social care reform.…
Palestinians hope international peace force can rebuild Gaza
Palestinians in Gaza cautiously welcome Israel’s approval for an international stabilisation force to enter the strip.…
Israeli government nods to international stabilisation force in Gaza
The ISF, to be staffed by 'friendly countries', will operate in areas outside of Israel's military control.…
What’s causing the unprecedented wildfires in Europe?
France and Spain have deployed thousands of firefighters, and neighbouring countries have sent help.…
PM pledges continued support for Ukraine ahead of Zelensky visit
The Ukrainian president will be Andy Burnham's first international visitor since taking office.…
Burnham to meet Zelenskyy at UK naval base in show of ‘unwavering’ support
Ukrainian president will be first overseas visitor for new British prime ministerVolodymyr Zelenskyy will become Andy Burnham’s first overseas visitor…
Netanyahu accuses Mamdani of ‘fomenting hate’ in calls for PM’s arrest
Israeli prime minister says ICC’s war crime charges are ‘bogus’ and plans to be in New York for UN gathering this fallBenjamin Netanyahu said on Sunda…
Houthis claim Saudi drone downed over northwestern Yemen
Iran-backed Houthi forces claim they shot down a Saudi reconnaissance drone over northwestern Yemen.…
'Masterful' Duckett's 75-run knock inspires Rockets to win over Spirit
Ben Duckett hits 75 runs off 47 balls to help Trent Rockets to a four-wicket win over London Spirit in the 2026 Men's Hundred.…
Trump paused attacks on Iran to make space for talks, US ambassador says
Neither the US nor Iran have launched attacks in the last two nights, after almost two weeks of tit-for-tat strikes risked derailing talks to permanen…
Four people including baby die after car crash
Three people died at the scene and a baby girl died in hospital. The driver was seriously hurt and arrested.…
Berlin Pride attack suspect shot and killed during police operation
Police say Abdul Ballout was shot and killed after he rushed at officers with a knife in a western borough of Berlin.…
46 people rescued from sunken ship in South China Sea
Footage shows rescuers pulling survivors from a Vietnamese vessel that sank in the South China Sea.…
Al-Sharaa outlines Syria’s approach to security with Israel and Lebanon
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa said Damascus is working towards a security agreement with Israel.…
What lies ahead for Iran’s economy as scope of US war grows beyond Hormuz?
Mediation efforts continue but uncertainty remains as risks of further disruptions in international waterways grow.…
Israeli settlers burn two mosques in occupied West Bank
Israeli settlers set fire to two mosques in separate attacks across the occupied West Bank, causing significant damage.…
Netanyahu vows to go to New York City despite ICC arrest warrant, Mamdani
Israeli prime minister slams New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, accusing him of 'fomenting hate' with criticism of Israel.…
Cuban president accuses US of genocide, seeking takeover
Island has weathered a US oil embargo since January and is enduring one of its worst economic crises.…
Norris and McLaren almost perfect as Ferrari flounder in Hungary
Lando Norris' first grand prix win of 2026 was a long time coming as the mistakes piled up for Ferrari in Hungary, writes Andrew Benson.…
It's me, Cathy – thousands pay tribute to Kate Bush classic
People in Haworth join thousands around the world to re-create the 1978 video for Wuthering Heights.…
Romania summons Russian envoy as it shoots down third intruding drone
The ongoing violations of Romanian airspace raise concerns over impact on NATO states of Russia-Ukraine war.…
US pauses Iran attacks for second night after Trump advised to halt bombing
Top military officials say campaign has reached its limit of effectiveness and warn of dwindling stocks of munitionsThe US has paused strikes on Iran …
Berlin police shoot dead suspect in car ramming attack on Pride event
Abdul Ballout, a German citizen with Lebanese roots, is believed to have carried out an "Islamic terror attack".…
Al-Sharaa praises Trump’s decision to remove Syria from terrorism list
Al-Sharaa praises Trump's decision to remove Syria from terrorism list.…
Tadej Pogačar of Slovenia wins the 2026 Tour de France, his fifth victory in the race
The route for the iconic cycling race's final stage was shortened because security and police were reassigned to assist with wildfires in southwest Fr…
Israel launches military incursion into Syria amid UN condemnation
The UN's Guterres condemned violations of Syria's sovereignty as he visited and called for sanctions to be lifted.…
‘Freeze the conflict’: Drones slow Kazakh oil flow amid Russia-Ukraine war
Kazakh oil exports halted after drone attacks disrupt supplies, posing risks to the economy and energy markets.…
U.S. pauses attacks on Iran for a second straight day and Tehran does too
The United States paused attacks on Iran for a second straight day Sunday and Tehran said it had done so too, as efforts continued to bring the countr…
Katy Perry ‘deeply appalled’ over White House using her song in Iran war video
Singer rebukes Trump administration after it uses her song Firework over footage of missile striking Iranian naval shipPop star Katy Perry has condemn…