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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Four Palestinians killed as Israeli settlers raid occupied West Bank town
One Israeli was also killed near town of Tal in Nablus, according to Israel's Magen David Adom rescue services.…
Southport killer Axel Rudakubana manipulating the system, families' lawyer says
On Thursday, Axel Rudakubana was moved from prison to a secure psychiatric hospital in Berkshire.…
Guardiola turns down Italy manager job
Former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola turns down the chance to coach Italy.…
US attacks Iran for 13th consecutive night
The US military says it has completed its 13th night of strikes against Iran.…
Major fire after Ukrainian strike on St Petersburg warehouse
A major fire broke out at a Wildberries e-commerce warehouse in St Petersburg after a Ukrainian drone attack.…
ICC prosecutor Karim Khan faces removal vote: What’s the case about?
ICC's 125 member states will vote by secret ballot Friday on the fate of Khan, who faces sexual misconduct allegations.…
University courses covering Israel-Palestine should be audited, Julian Leeser tells royal commission
Inquiry’s focus this week is on security for the Jewish community, with the MP telling the commissioner his son is afraid to attend synagogues and eve…
Tech titan ordered to pay ex-wife $644m in divorce settlement
The divorce, involving the chairman of one of South Korea's biggest companies, has gripped the nation.…
India’s ‘Cockroach’ leaders hold talks with gov’t as protests continue
Cockroach Janta Party protesters have stressed their demonstrations will continue until their demands have been met.…
US attacks Iran as Houthis allow Chinese ships to pass: What’s the latest?
The number of tanker crossings in the Strait of Hormuz dropped to lowest levels in two months on Thursday.…
Angela Rayner rules out rent controls in England
The housing secretary tells the BBC that the Renters Rights' Act is already having a significant impact on the market.…
US says it will use frozen Iranian assets to fund damage to ships as strikes continue
US President Donald Trump said any damages to ships and cargo would be paid for using Iranian assets.…
Real Madrid legend Ancelotti rivals Barcelona great Guardiola for Italy job
Former Man City and Barca boss Pep Guardiola is not the clear candidate for Italian job, as Carlo Ancelotti approached.…
France orders evacuation of peninsula as hundreds flee wildfires by boat
The fire has raged in the region for several days with officials on Friday morning saying it had continued to progress overnight.…
Indian activist Wangchuk ends 26-day hunger strike
Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk has ended a 26-day hunger strike over leaked medical entrance exams…
The two days which could make or break Fury-AJ
BBC Sport looks at how a proposed bout between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua hinges on a 24-hour-period between Friday and Saturday.…
Tehran slams Trump’s threat to use frozen Iranian assets as ‘incendiary’
President Trump says damages will be paid for by Iranian money that the US has 'in its possession, and controls'.…
Mykhailo Drapatyi: Can new Ukraine army chief alter Russia war’s direction?
In 2014, a young Drapatyi became an icon for his daredevilry in Mariupol. Can he lead his military to victory?…
‘Collapsed’: Roadblocks, internet blackout leave Pakistani Kashmir in limbo
Residents describe mounting hardship, as internet restrictions and road closures stretch into second month before polls.…
Socceroos star allegedly tests positive for cocaine after speeding
Socceroos World Cup star Cristian Volpato allegedly tests positive for cocaine after being twice caught for speeding in Sydney.…
What's working - and what's not - for WSL fans?
BBC Sport spoke to fans of the Women's Super League and England Lionesses to learn about their experiences in the game and discuss what could be impro…
Rubio says U.S. is ready to help end war in Ukraine but no quick deal ahead
Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who met with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov, said that President Trump was committed to the work "if conditions…
Families still search for bodies a month after Venezuela earthquakes
Officials say the death toll has surpassed 5,300, though estimates of the number still missing could be as high as 50,000.…
Indian activist Wangchuk ends 26-day hunger strike as 'Cockroach' protesters vow to press on
Indian activist Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike on Friday that helped galvanize a youth movement that's become one of India's largest prot…
The new $4.5bn bridge which is a symbol of a strained US-Canada relationship
The new Gordie Howe International Bridge between Michigan and Ontario is about to open, but Donald Trump's latest tariffs on Canada have muted celebra…
Hero swimmer helped two children during beach tragedy
Witnesses say the unnamed rescuer dove into the water three times to save the children.…
Ukraine beheads its military as its performance begins to soar
An unprecedented simultaneous replacement of the top defence and military brass comes amid a debate over strategy.…
Mathematicians win top prize after solving century's-old problems
This is the first time Chinese nationals have won the prestigious Fields Medal.…
India activist ends hunger strike after 26 days
Sonam Wangchuk, a supporter of youth-led protesters demanding education reforms, says he wants to avert "possible violence".…
Albanian police use water cannon on protesters over Kushner-linked resort
Police used water cannons and pepper spray as protesters clashed outside Albania’s parliament.…