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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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Video shows family’s car slowing before Israeli troops shot dead Palestinian baby

Video shows family’s car slowing before Israeli troops shot dead Palestinian baby

Footage appears to contradict Israeli military’s account of killing of seven-month-old Sam Abu Haikal in West BankFootage has emerged that appears to …

The Secret Jungle Hospital

The Secret Jungle Hospital

Saving lives in a hidden hospital, rebels fighting against Myanmar's military.…

US bombs Iran’s water facilities: Why that’s so significant

US bombs Iran’s water facilities: Why that’s so significant

The US struck several sites in Iran, saying it retaliated against the downing of a US helicopter in the Strait of Hormuz…

Two migrants jailed under new small boats law

Two migrants jailed under new small boats law

A Sudanese national and Afghan national were jailed for piloting small boats across the Channel.…

Air India crash pilot's father vows to defend son's reputation

Air India crash pilot's father vows to defend son's reputation

Investigators are expected to soon release an update on the crash, which killed 260 people last year.…

Ukraine-made ‘Flamingo’ missile hits target 900 km inside Russia

Ukraine-made ‘Flamingo’ missile hits target 900 km inside Russia

Video shows a Ukrainian-made ‘FP-5 Flamingo’ cruise missile flying deep inside Russia.…

7-month-old baby shot by Israeli soldier in Hebron

7-month-old baby shot by Israeli soldier in Hebron

An Israeli soldier fired at a Palestinian family’s car in Hebron, fatally shooting a seven‑month‑old in the head.…

West Bank ethnic cleansing, settler attacks Israel’s state policy: Amnesty

West Bank ethnic cleansing, settler attacks Israel’s state policy: Amnesty

Israel uses war crimes to accelerate 'annexation agenda and settlement expansion' in occupied land, rights group says.…

Growing backlash in Japan over Trump's use of anime characters

Growing backlash in Japan over Trump's use of anime characters

The US president has angered some fans by using the images of characters like Pikachu and Naruto.…

Mexico vs South Africa: World Cup 2026 opening game – teams, start, lineups

Mexico vs South Africa: World Cup 2026 opening game – teams, start, lineups

As the tournament kicks off, cohosts Mexico face South Africa in a replay of the 2010 edition's opening game.…

Inflation tops 4% for the first time in 3 years on spike in gasoline prices

Inflation tops 4% for the first time in 3 years on spike in gasoline prices

Inflation has surged to its highest level in more than three years since the U.S. and Israel launched their war on Iran, triggering a surge in gasolin…

Navy admiral fired by Hegseth advances in South Carolina Democratic House primary

Navy admiral fired by Hegseth advances in South Carolina Democratic House primary

Nancy Lacore, ousted by Pete Hegseth last year, heads to a run-off in race for Nancy Mace’s seatUS politics live – latest updatesA three-star navy rea…

Trump and Iran trade new threats after strikes exchanged

Trump and Iran trade new threats after strikes exchanged

The US president warns Iran "will have to pay the price" for taking too long to agree a deal, after Tehran vows retaliation to any attacks.…

'I'll never get over watching my home burn': Belfast residents reel after night of unrest

'I'll never get over watching my home burn': Belfast residents reel after night of unrest

A night of disorder in Belfast saw people forced to flee their homes, in protests that followed a knife attack in the north of the city.…

Pakistan military helicopter crashes in Kashmir, all on board killed

Pakistan military helicopter crashes in Kashmir, all on board killed

There has been a heavy security presence in Muzaffarabad amid protests in Pakistan-administered Kashmir in recent days.…

US inflation jumped to 4.2% in May, the third consecutive increase since start of Iran war

US inflation jumped to 4.2% in May, the third consecutive increase since start of Iran war

Before the conflict began, inflation was at 2.4%, but the closure of the strait of Hormuz has affected energy pricesUS inflation jumped to an annual r…

US inflation surges to three-year high of 4.2%

US inflation surges to three-year high of 4.2%

Consumers are increasingly feeling the strain of the US Israel war in Iran.…

What’s happening at the World Cup one day before tournament starts?

What’s happening at the World Cup one day before tournament starts?

Political issues continue to dominate the build-up, with the US-Israel war on Iran overshadowing the World Cup.…

Ukraine says missiles hit military plant deep inside Russia

Ukraine says missiles hit military plant deep inside Russia

Ukraine's military also says it has struck a Russian oil refinery and a "shadow fleet" oil tanker in the Black Sea.…

Satellite images show Israel’s destruction of historical city of Tyre

Satellite images show Israel’s destruction of historical city of Tyre

Satellite data shows damage to residential areas, UNESCO Heritage buffer zones and Palestinian camps in Israeli attacks.…

Apache down, fighting up: What the latest US-Iran attacks mean

Apache down, fighting up: What the latest US-Iran attacks mean

Analysts say Iran seeks to deter US patrols on the Strait of Hormuz by attacking its assets across the Gulf.…

Former Warwickshire wicketkeeper Piper dies aged 56

Former Warwickshire wicketkeeper Piper dies aged 56

Former Warwickshire wicketkeeper Keith Piper dies at the age of 56 after playing nearly 500 games for the Bears in his 16-year career at Edgbaston.…

What can this pothole tell us about the state of UK roads?

What can this pothole tell us about the state of UK roads?

The BBC follows the ups and downs of a single pothole for more than a year.…

Netanyahu caught between the US, Lebanon war, and Iran ceasefire

Netanyahu caught between the US, Lebanon war, and Iran ceasefire

As elections near, Israel's PM finds himself squeezed between his voters, his allies, and his opponents.…

Scotland fan has US visa revoked an hour before flying to World Cup

Scotland fan has US visa revoked an hour before flying to World Cup

Michael Wright was at airport security when his visa status changed to "travel not authorised".…

Uptick in children and teenagers enjoying reading for first time in 5 years

Uptick in children and teenagers enjoying reading for first time in 5 years

More than one in three now say they like picking up books in their spare time, according to a literacy charity.…

How Sancho's dream Man Utd move ended as a nightmare

How Sancho's dream Man Utd move ended as a nightmare

Jadon Sancho leaves Manchester United, almost three years after his last Premier League appearance for the club.…

Middle East peace talks in doubt as Iran says it needs to ‘reassess’ after overnight strikes

Middle East peace talks in doubt as Iran says it needs to ‘reassess’ after overnight strikes

US launches strikes in retaliation for downing of US army helicopter, while White House source says deal could still be closeThe future of peace talks…

US diplomat found dead in Myanmar as police treat case as possible homicide

US diplomat found dead in Myanmar as police treat case as possible homicide

Thai woman is in custody in connection with investigation after man was reportedly found dead at a hotel in YangonA US diplomat has been found dead in…

Three questions Bill Gates could face as he testifies to Congress on Epstein

Three questions Bill Gates could face as he testifies to Congress on Epstein

The Microsoft co-founder has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing or knowledge of his former associate's illegal activity.…