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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Houthis strike Saudi Arabian cities in significant expansion of Middle East war
Riyadh says it will retaliate after overnight attacks by Iran-backed Yemen group on oil facilities wound more than 70Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis have …
Some veterans to be called up to test UK's war resilience
An exercise next year on a scale not seen for a "very long time" will test the UK's preparedness, a minister says.…
Has the economy gone C-shaped?
A K means the rich and poor are pulling apart. A C supposedly means they're coming back together. We hear the case for both. Which letter you see may …
Three paintings worth $10m stolen from Renoir Museum in southern France
The two thieves had attempted to steal a fourth painting, but abandoned it as they ran from the museum.…
What to watch in the US’s New Hampshire and Rhode Island primary elections
Some of the US midterm election's biggest themes will play out in these New England states' most notable races.…
Nottingham attacks victim's death 'potentially preventable'
The Nottingham Inquiry hears there was a chance one of Valdo Calocane's victims may have survived.…
Man accused of triple murder admits gun charges
A man is in court in South Africa two months after his wife and daughters are found dead in the UK.…
‘Limit overshoot, peak, decline’: A new global goal for climate change?
The world agreed to limit temperature rises in 2015; that aim is proving impossible. Is it time for a course correction?…
Saudi political analyst says ‘No prolonged war with the Houthis’
Khaled Batarfi, a Saudi political analyst, says the war with the Houthis will not be ‘prolonged’.…
US police fear Meta smart glasses could be used to secretly record them
Exclusive: Documents show officers from Maine to California worry Meta’s camera-equipped glasses will be used either to secretly record them or aid ac…
How South Korea finds itself trapped in the US-Iran war
Washington is pressuring a reluctant Seoul to support its naval blockade of Iran; Tehran is threatening consequences.…
At least two people dead after Russian strikes on Kyiv
Air raid alerts and sounds of explosions rang out in Ukraine's capital as Russian forces launched drone strikes early on Tuesday.…
UK to announce trade ban on goods from illegal Israeli settlements
UK to announce trade ban on goods from illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank.…
New Hampshire and Rhode Island electorate to vote in state primaries - US politics live
Voters will choose candidates across full slate of federal, state and local offices over next two daysHello and welcome to the US politics live blog.N…
Kenya offers amnesty for migrants after Burundians rush to leave
Government spokesman urges undocumented nationals from other East African countries to formally register at embassies.…
How Alcaraz can single-handedly end American dreams
Three Americans have the chance to become the first home US Open men's champion since 2003. But Carlos Alcaraz stands in the way.…
Nepal cracks down on online abuse of flood survivors
Authorities will "show no leniency" to people who "belittle" those who are suffering, the prime minister says.…
The 2026 midterm general election season is upon us. Here's what to watch
The week of Labor Day marks the unofficial kickoff of the general election season. President Trump's unpopularity and Democratic enthusiasm means cont…
Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia ignite fires at oil facilities and wound 73 people
The attacks come after weeks of escalating clashes between the Houthis and Saudi-backed government forces in Yemen, which shattered a four-year truce …
Highest paid world leader to get salary increase of $1 million
Singapore's prime minister Lawrence Wong will see his pay rise to 3.6 million Singapore dollars ($2.8m; £2.1m).…
As fuel prices rise again, Iran’s government urges citizens to cut back
New fuel pricing targets consumption above 110 litres monthly, doubling costs to 100,000 riyals per litre.…
Houthi attacks on southern Saudi Arabia reportedly injure dozens
Saudi Arabia says a wave of Houthi attacks on the country’s south have injured 73 people, including women and children.…
Shetland spaceport project secures £30m of UK government investment
Several companies hope to use SaxaVord in Unst, the northernmost point in the UK, as a launch site for small commercial rockets.…
Police hunt after driver killed in hit-and-run near Edinburgh Airport
A Police dog unit and helicopter are involved in the search for three people who left the scene of the crash on foot.…
Eiffel Tower to reopen after protest over removing women staff
A Hindu religious delegation had requested that 'interactions with women' be limited during its visit.…
UK commits £100m to bolster Ukraine’s air defences over winter
Package of military equipment includes Patriot missiles, supplies of which have dwindled amid Russian attacksThe UK has committed £100m to boost Ukrai…
UK pupils rank highly again in international reading, maths and science tests
But the Pisa test scores vary significantly between England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.…
Europe's next great coach? How Fabregas led Como into Champions League
BBC Sport visits Como to discover the vision and philosophy of the club's coach, Cesc Fabregas, who has overseen the team's remarkable rise to the Cha…
Real’s Mbappe embraces Ballon d’Or talk after historic World Cup goals
Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe enters Champions League season hoping for Ballon d'Or after record World Cup goal haul.…
Yemen fighting live: Battles rage
Forces loyal to Yemen’s internationally recognised government vow to seize the capital Sanaa as battles rage.…