Conflict & War

U.K. leaders call for calm as protests break out after Belfast street stabbing

U.K. leaders called for calm Tuesday after the arrest of a Sudanese man accused of trying to kill a man in a vicious stabbing on a Belfast street spar…

2026-06-10

UN report: Israeli forces shield settlers during attacks on Palestinians

The UN says Israeli security forces routinely accompany settlers and act as a shield for their violence.…

2026-06-10

Global brands ‘likely’ using mineral that funds rebels accused of atrocities in DRC, investigation finds

Amazon and Sony among firms that may have sourced coltan, used in phones, from supply chains controlled by the M23 rebels, says Global WitnessLeading …

2026-06-10

Most Makerfield voters say offensive posts would put them off candidate, poll finds

Survey in run-up to byelection also finds support for water renationalisation, wealth tax and cap on political donationsA majority of voters in Makerf…

2026-06-10

Charities in England and Wales ‘donate millions to illegal Israeli settlements’

MP Melanie Ward calls on Charity Commission to look into 32 organisations she says have given at least £28mThirty-two charities in England and Wales h…

2026-06-10

Afghanistan says Pakistan air raids killed 13 people, including children

No immediate comment from Pakistan as Taliban says 11 children are among the dead in strikes on border provinces.…

2026-06-10

Who will win the World Cup? BBC pundits make their predictions

Who will win, who might spring a surprise and how will England and Scotland do? BBC pundits predict what will happen at the 2026 World Cup.…

2026-06-10

With no team in World Cup, China fans rally around a red card-happy referee

Ma Ning, known for his stern style, has sparked viral memes and attracted major brand sponsorships.…

2026-06-10

Jordan intercepts Iranian missiles over its airspace

Jordan intercepts Iranian missiles over its airspace…

2026-06-10

Model who alleges Kanye West choked her tells BBC she felt 'suffocated and scared'

West claims the encounter on a music video set was part of a "provocative theatrical performance".…

2026-06-10

Only one in 10 Europeans now see US as an ally, survey suggests

Exclusive: poll across 15 countries finds ‘deep mistrust’, with majority doubting US would come to their aid in an attackEuropean confidence in an Ame…

2026-06-10

After years of declines, young students show gains in reading and math

Unscathed by pandemic-era school closures, the nation's 9-year-olds showed progress in math and reading. It's a different story for 13-year-olds, howe…

2026-06-10

Iran strikes Bahrain and Jordan in retaliation for US attacks in Hormuz

Strikes come after US attacked Iranian ports and islands in the Strait of Hormuz over the downing of a helicopter.…

2026-06-10

Bolivia approves military measures against nationwide protests

Bolivia approves military measures against nationwide protests.…

2026-06-10

Air Canada pilot accused of flying for 17 years without proper licence

Former airline captain charged with fraud after allegedly commanding more than 900 flights without required credentials.…

2026-06-10

Middle East crisis live: Iran launches broad retaliatory attacks after US strikes over downed helicopter

Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Corps says it has targeted an airbase in Jordan hosting US forces, as well as Kuwait and Bahrain, in response to US strike…

2026-06-10

Afghan authorities open fire on protesters over women’s dress code

Authorities suppressed a protest in western Afghanistan over the detention of women for dress code violations.…

2026-06-10

US military launches ‘self-defence strikes’ targeting Iran

US Central Command (CENTCOM) says its forces began launching ‘self-defence’ strikes against Iran.…

2026-06-10

Iran war live: US strikes after downing of helicopter, Tehran vows response

Lebanon's Health Ministry said the toll from Israeli attacks on the country since March 2 has reached 3,666 dead.…

2026-06-10

Disorder breaks out in Belfast after man charged with knife attack

Police and political leaders call for calm after disorder breaks out in parts of Northern Ireland.…

2026-06-10

The Papers: 'Violence in Belfast' and Trump's 'war words'

Reports of violence on the streets of Belfast following Monday's knife attack in the city dominate Wednesday's papers.…

2026-06-10

The rebels at the front line of Myanmar's civil war

The BBC’s Quentin Sommerville travels to Myanmar - without the permission of the authorities - to meet a group of rebel fighters.…

2026-06-10

JD Vance claims US ‘very close’ to peace deal with Iran

Vice-president says deal could ‘absolutely’ come before midterms, as US strikes Iran after downing of helicopterMiddle East crisis – live updatesThe U…

2026-06-10

Why England missed out on automatic World Cup spot

England beat Ukraine 3-0 on Tuesday night but it did not matter what they did as automatic qualification for the 2027 Women's World Cup was out of the…

2026-06-10

A warm World Cup welcome? U.S. immigration policies have chilling effect

As the World Cup begins later this week, match officials and team members have faced enhanced immigration scrutiny when trying to enter the United Sta…

2026-06-10

Bear captured after days of panic and school closures in Japan

A bear that triggered days of disruption in the Japanese city of Utsunomiya was captured.…

2026-06-10

Canada confirms opening of Gordie Howe Bridge, despite Trump’s threats

Trump had threatened to halt the opening of the cross-border bridge, which is jointly owned by Michigan and Canada.…

2026-06-10

Israeli forces kill nine in Tyre after issuing forced displacement orders

Israeli forces killed nine people in Tyre in the past 24 hours after it issued forced displacement orders on the city.…

2026-06-10

England taking care of Saka before World Cup - Tuchel

England head coach Thomas Tuchel says Bukayo Saka's fitness is being managed with a "little bit of care" heading into the World Cup.…

2026-06-10

Inside Myanmar, rebels are losing ground as military forces men into army

The BBC travels with rebels to frontline positions in Myanmar to see how the war is unfolding.…

2026-06-10