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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Oil prices, stocks surge as Hormuz closure drags on
US petrol prices dropped nine cents last week but could again surge if the strait closure continues, analysts warn.…
Anas al-Sharif: One year on from Israel’s killing of Al Jazeera reporter
10 August marks one year on from Israel’s killing of Al Jazeera reporter Anas al-Sharif and fellow colleagues.…
US intelligence ‘believes Russia was behind Leipzig airport drone bomb’
German government talks of a ‘new level of danger’ but declines to say who it thinks was responsible for deviceAmerican intelligence experts believe R…
‘They need each other’: What’s behind the new Syria-Russia accord?
The Syrian-Russian agreement reflects a pragmatic approach redefining past alliances amid shifting geopolitics.…
Sudan’s army chief holds unannounced talks on national dialogue
Al-Burhan engaged in discreet consultations aiming to pave the way for a comprehensive Sudanese dialogue conference.…
Despite Mideast wars, 20 million gather in Iraq for Shia pilgrimage
Despite wars ranging across the Middle East, more than 20 million Shia pilgrims gather in Iraq shrine city for Arbaeen festival…
MSP apologises for hurt caused by rape 'demonisation' comments
Scottish Green MSP Q Manivannan is facing criticism from rape survivors groups and politicians over a podcast interview.…
Indian police attack protesters seeking action over ‘exam irregularities’
Indian police attack protesters seeking action over ‘exam irregularities’ in Jharkhand.…
Earthquake with 7.4 magnitude hits Colombia, killing at least 20
Emergency teams are still assessing the impact of the quake that was felt across the region.…
Ukraine drone strike on oil refinery deep inside Russia kills at least 13
Attack hundreds of miles from border one of deadliest launched by Kyiv as it steps up campaign to weaken Moscow’s economyA “massive” Ukrainian drone s…
New weight loss pill approved for use in UK
Foundayo is made by Eli Lilly, the drug firm behind the Mounjaro jab.…
How the US far-right weaponised ‘inshallah’ against Abdul El-Sayed
After his Senate primary win in Michigan, the Egyptian American doctor faced a coordinated digital smear campaign.…
Ben-Gvir posts AI video of starving Palestinian ahead of elections
Ben-Gvir posts AI video of starving Palestinian ahead of elections…
Powerful 7.4 magnitude earthquake strikes western Colombia
Reports of collapsed and severely damaged buildings in several major cities, including Cali and PereiraColombia earthquake live – latest updatesA powe…
Watch: What we know about suspected crime boss Daniel Kinahan
Suspected crime boss Daniel Kinahan, one of the world's most wanted men, has spent his first night in custody in Ireland after being extradited from D…
Netanyahu's rejection of Trump's 15-point Gaza plan unlikely to be final word
The Trump administration is said to be unbothered by the Israeli prime minister's rejection of the deal, viewing it as campaign rhetoric ahead of a ge…
Why Netanyahu’s ‘coup’ against Gaza plan risks endless war
The Israeli leader’s rejection of a US-led roadmap threatens to entrench a state of conflict, analysts say.…
Iran changed the rules in Hormuz. The Gulf is changing the rules for Iran
Iran gained leverage in Hormuz, but its neighbours are reshaping regional security to limit what Tehran can do with it.…
Record 230 people reach UK on single boat after crossing English Channel
The government has accused people smugglers of 'cramming' migrants onto 'unseaworthy vessels' and putting lives at risk.…
We should smile at our dogs - a new scientific study reveals why
Scientists have worked out what is going on inside a dog's brain when it sees a human smiling or scowling.…
War on Iran: Phase II: Day 30
Donald Trump says the US is only ‘semi-negotiating’ with Iran.…
Does spending money make you feel bad? Read this comic
If spending — or not spending — money makes you feel shame or regret, you might be grappling with financial guilt. Financial planner Lauryn Williams b…
One million evacuated as Typhoon Dolphin pummels east China: What we know
Hundreds of flights have been grounded in China due to weather conditions caused by Dolphin.…
Nigel Farage vows to deport foreign criminals from UK prisons
Nigel Farage vows to deport foreign criminals from UK prisons…
Why choosing low-fat dairy is not necessarily better for your health
For years, we thought low-fat dairy was the way to manage obesity. New research is increasingly questioning this logic.…
Gaza honours Al Jazeera’s Anas al-Sharif and Mohammed Qraiqea
Gaza honours Al Jazeera’s Anas al-Sharif and Mohammed Qraiqea…
Strong earthquake causes significant damage and injuries in Colombia
The magnitude-7.4 quake had its epicentre near a village on the Pacific Coast.…
Consortium advances talks for stake in Liverpool
A group including Amazon founder Jeff Bezos advances its talks to buy about a 30% stake in Liverpool, BBC Sport has been told.…
Rising singer Kamal on 'scary' moment he hit up Dave for debut album
The London-based musician reflects on aiming for "honesty" within his debut album and TikTok content.…
Send foreign prisoners abroad to end early releases, says Reform
The party also plans to create additional capacity in the system by building 'Nightingale' prisons.…