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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Majority Russian-speaking city in Ukraine considers language ban in the arts
Ukraine's third-biggest city Odesa decides this week whether to ban Russian-language content in music and literature in public.…
Iran war live: IRGC claims new attacks on US warships over naval blockade
IRGC says it fired ballistic missiles at US aircraft carrier and destroyer as standoff intensifies in Strait of Hormuz.…
Fuel tanker blast in western Iran kills at least 10
At least six other people were injured in the tanker blast on Iran's Hamedan-Sanandaj highway, officials say.…
Aviation faces hotter, stormier skies – and passengers might have to accept more disruption
Are people going to have to increasingly accept more delays and diversions as the effects of climate change intensify?…
Drone attack blamed on guerrillas kills at least three soldiers in Colombia
Officials accuse National Liberation Army of launching strike followed by clash inside military compoundAn attack involving explosives dropped from dr…
Australia news live: Taylor proposes laws against flag burning and to lock in 26 January as Australia Day
Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastOh, Sydney. I have only just caught up with the fact you got to 33C…
Trump-backed group announces $10m ad spend for midterm Senate race in Texas
US president has pledged more than $400m through his super PAC to boost Republican candidates in the upcoming midterms.…
Britain 'taxing itself to death' and 'Some Might Stray'
Several papers feature stories on what they say is Liam and Noel Gallagher's first joint interview in over 20 years.…
US envoys Witkoff, Kushner meet Putin for talks on Ukraine war
US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin on Saturday.…
How Man Utd plan to compete at top with richer rivals
Manager Michael Carrick and chief executive Omar Berrada are united in their viewthat Manchester United can be successful despite the club's relativel…
Taylor crowns career in stylish Croke Park triumph
Katie Taylor ends illustrious career as a three-time undisputed world champion as Croke Park gave one of Ireland's greatest sporting figures the grand…
Colombian government reports three killed in rebel attack on military post
Colombian authorities blame ELN rebel group for attack that reportedly included drones dropping explosives on compound.…
Everton vs Manchester United: Premier League – prediction, teams, lineups
Manchester United outspent in transfer window, but boss Michael Carrick says team ready to fire ahead of Everton trip.…
Why is Argentina reigniting the Falklands dispute?
President Javier Milei says sovereignty over the islands remains a national objective.…
Cuban and Afghan immigrants deported from US under Trump arrive in Guyana
The Trump administration has sought to expand third-country deportations, with more than 30 deals struck so far.…
Jerusalem Daily: raids, settlers & sieges
Mike Huckabee visits as settlers attack Palestinians, Israeli forces carry out raids and arrests.…
France denies inciting failed Niger mutiny, calls accusation ‘pure fantasy’
Niger's government has widened its blame to unnamed neighbours a week after the assault on a military base.…
Al Jazeera reporter challenges Huckabee over Israeli settler pogroms
Al Jazeera reporter challenged US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee after he called violent Israeli settlers a minority…
Major disruption as grass fire halts all trains to Heathrow Airport
Severe delays and cancellations are set to continue, with no trains between central London and the airport.…
Shoppers interact with Hong Kong’s first robot shopkeeper
Humanoid robots have begun serving shoppers at convenience stores in Hong Kong.…
Arsenal had more than 20 players on shortlist to capitalise on title win
Senior football correspondent Sami Mokbel goes inside Arsenal's bid to capitalise on their Premier League title and strengthen their squad this summer…
Woman beaten to death as bystanders watch in India’s Gujarat
A woman was beaten to death at a crowded bus station in India, with CCTV showing bystanders watching.…
Police probe after child dies in woodland
Emergency services were called to Strawberry Lane at 08:45 BST on Saturday.…
Thousands protest in Croatia to demand government clean up toxic waste
Demonstrators in Zagreb accuse Croatia's government of dragging its feet on a hazardous waste scandal.…
Two pilots killed after Greek fighter jet crashes during an air show
Greek authorities say that the two pilots onboard an F-4 Phantom fighter jet have been killed after it crashed.…
U.S.-Venezuela oil deal puts opposition in a political bind
Venezuelan opposition members are uneasy with new oil deals with the U.S., worried that agreements with authoritarian regime in Caracas could undermin…
Germany’s far-right AfD eyes historic first in state election
Germany’s far-right AfD is projected to take power in one of the country’s 16 states for the first time.…
India crush Pakistan at T20 Asia Cup with record-breaking bowling display
India claim seven-wicket win after Pakistan lose 10 wickets for just 28 runs as they are bowled out for 55.…
Russia’s Putin meets US envoys to discuss Trump proposal to end Ukraine war
Both Russia and Ukraine vow not to strike each other's capitals for three days during talks in Moscow and Kyiv.…
South Africa finish strongly to take 2-1 series lead against All Blacks
South Africa eventually overpower a spirited New Zealand as the world champions came on strong in the final quarter in Soweto to take a 2-1 series lea…