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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Conservatives around world at war against ‘leftwing globalists’, Bridget McKenzie tells CPAC London event
Nationals senator echoes comments by Pauline Hanson as Labor criticises One Nation leader’s divisive stanceFollow our Australia news live blog for lat…
Over to you, Messi - Mbappe leads Golden Boot race for the ages
Kylian Mbappe leads the Golden Boot race by two goals but Lionel Messi could yet overtake him in the World Cup final.…
Australia news live: ski fields reach July temperature high; diesel prices surge
Follow the latest updates liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastRising fuel prices could force interest rate riseShane Oliver…
Latin America unites to cheer against Argentina in FIFA World Cup final
Fans from Mexico to Brazil unite to cheer Yamal's Spain against Argentina and Messi, whom they call 'FIFA’s golden boy'.…
Cockroach Party protest intensifies after Wangchuk forcibly hospitalised
Protest by India's Cockroach Janta Party has intensified after activist Sonam Wangchuk was forcibly hospitalised.…
Northants claim third T20 Blast title after beating Hants
Northamptonshire Steelbacks win their third T20 Blast title after a titanic tussle with Hampshire Hawks in an enthralling Edgbaston final.…
Palestinian teenage footballer dies a week after Israeli settler attack
A week after he was shot in his West Bank village, Fadi al-Nassan's death comes amid a surge in settler violence.…
Why has the ‘ceasefire’ in Gaza failed to stop Israel’s attacks?
Palestinians who have endured Israel's genocidal war are still being targeted.…
Burnham to scrap Starmer’s digital ID scheme in ‘reset of priorities’
Incoming PM will reallocate unspecified resources from unpopular plan to helping with cost of livingAndy Burnham is expected to scrap Keir Starmer’s p…
Josh Kerr of Britain breaks 27-year-old world record in the mile
Kerr announced his bid to break the world record months in advance, and pulled off the plan in London on Saturday.…
Andy Burnham to scrap digital ID to focus on cost of living in first major policy pledge
A spokesperson for the incoming prime minister says his Government would “put its focus where people need it right now”.…
Drone video shows scale of major wildfire in northern Spain
Drone video shows the scale of a major wildfire in northern Spain where more than 150 square kilometres have burned…
Thousands rally in London in support of Gaza, demand new PM take action
Demonstrators call on Andy Burnham to impose arms embargo on Israel and pressure its government to end genocide.…
All to know about Canadian wildfire smoke, air quality and World Cup final
A thunderstorm rolled through the region causing disruption, and a haze raised air quality concerns in New York City.…
Fleetwood still dreaming of winning an open Open
Local favourite Tommy Fleetwood is five shots behind Open leader Sam Burns after two late bogeys threaten to crush his Birkdale dreams.…
Iran supreme leader warns of ‘unforgettable lessons’ if US attacks continue
Mojtaba Khamenei says Trump's signature is 'worthless' and that 'bullying' is a core element of US foreign policy.…
Russell 'infuriated' by straight-line issue that leaves him 'powerless'
George Russell says a "serious issue" with the straight-line performance of his Mercedes is making his title fight with Kimi Antonelli "impossible".…
Flash flood warnings strike north-east US amid wildfire smoke from Canada
Poor air quality from wildfires continues to plague New York City as neighborhoods hit by thunderstormsSaturday is delivering a double dose of dangero…
Damage visible at Iran bridges and water plant after US attacks
US strikes damaged bridges and a water desalination plant in Iran after a seventh straight night of attacks.…
New York’s Mamdani says looking into Netanyahu arrest during city visit
Mamdani had pledged to arrest Netanyahu during campaign for mayor and says he is consulting city's legal advisers.…
Israeli attacks on residential areas in Gaza kill eight
Attacks hit neighbourhoods in Gaza City far beyond the line Israeli forces are meant to hold under the ceasefire.…
Chelsea agree record £117m deal for Villa midfielder Rogers
Chelsea have agreed a club record £117m deal to sign England international midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa.…
US military says two service members killed in Iranian strike in Jordan
US and Iran have stepped up attacks in the last week, prompting alarm about return to full-scale war across the region.…
2 U.S. service members killed, 1 missing after Iranian attack in Jordan
Two U.S. service members were killed in action while "partner forces defended against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks," U.S. Central Comma…
Air quality improving in northeast, while wildfire smoke hangs over midwest
Wildfire smoke and unhealthy air persist and shift direction, as Trump demands explanation from Canada.…
UK’s Josh Kerr smashes longstanding world mile record in London
Kerr ran a 3:42.66 mile at the London Diamond League, smashing Hicham El Guerrouj’s world record by 0.47 seconds.…
Spain's final training session before World Cup final cancelled
Spain's final session before Sunday's World Cup final has been cancelled due to thunderstorms in New Jersey.…
Lebanon’s Aoun to meet Trump in Washington to discuss Israel talks
The Lebanese and US presidents are expected to discuss the ceasefire, southern Lebanon, and Israel’s withdrawal.…
South Africa ease to seven-try win over pointless Wales
South Africa ease to a seven-try bonus-point victory over Wales in the third round of the Nations Championship in Durban.…
France vs England LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place playoff
Live coverage and text updates from our commentary stream of the Bronze Final as Mbappe's France play Kane's England.…