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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Iran war live: IRGC declares Strait of Hormuz closed over US interference
Move comes as Israel continues attacks on Gaza and Lebanon, killing and wounding several civilians.…
US and Iran exchange strikes as Tehran again says strait of Hormuz is closed
Tehran says vessel using unapproved route in strait was struck, drawing strikes from US forces to ‘degrade Iran’s ability to attack civilian mariners’…
Mediators push US-Iran talks in Qatar and Oman to avert escalation
Regional mediators are stepping up efforts to prevent further escalation between Iran and the US.…
This English professor has run with the bulls in Spain for two decades
When Bill Hillmann was 19 years old, he read Ernest Hemingway's The Sun Also Rises. That book inspired him to pursue two dreams: a career in literatur…
Palestinian aid worker who organized World Cup screenings killed in Israeli strike
Palestinians are mourning Mohammed al-Wahidi, a beloved aid worker in Gaza. He was killed by as Israeli airstrike while en route to a World Cup screen…
Iran supreme leader calls for revenge for father's killing
Mojtaba Khamenei says vengeance is "inevitable" for the killing, which happened on the first day of the US-Israeli war on Iran.…
South Africa’s Jayden Adams, 25, dies after playing in FIFA World Cup
South Africa and Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder died after featuring in his nation's run to the World Cup round of 32.…
Trump administration subpoenas New York Times reporters over coverage
Press freedom advocates and members of Congress have condemned the subpoenas as an attempt to 'threaten and intimidate'.…
US Rep Ro Khanna speaks out about being harassed by Israeli settlers
US Rep Ro Khanna speaks out about being harassed by Israeli settlers…
Noskova defeats Muchova in Wimbledon final to record first Grand Slam title
Linda Noskova's victory over Karolina Muchova makes her the third Czech women's singles champion in past four years.…
Noskova holds off extraordinary Muchova fightback to win Wimbledon
Czech youngster Linda Noskova recovers from missing five championship points to beat Karolina Muchova in an extraordinary Wimbledon final.…
US, Lebanese delegations meet to discuss Israeli ‘pilot zones’ withdrawal
Sources tell Al Jazeera that talks are focused on establishing mechanism for first of two so-called "pilot zones".…
Guehi and Stones set to start for England in World Cup quarter-final
Marc Guehi has won his fitness race and is expected to be fit for England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway, with John Stones set to play along…
US lawmaker slams Israeli army after settlers detain him on Palestine trip
Lawmaker Khanna accuses soldiers of supporting the settlers, warning that Israeli forces made a 'huge mistake'.…
England vs Norway LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 – quarterfinal
Live coverage and text updates as England play Norway in a quarterfinal clash in Miami.…
England toil as India take control on day two
India take a lead of 269 into day three of the one-off Test match at Lord's, after England are bowled out for just 170 in their first innings.…
Man believed to be carrying crossbow shot by police in Newport
Police were called to an address in Newport on Friday night following reports of threatening behaviour.…
FIFA is not an independent sporting organisation; it is a political tool.
Football fans around the world are only now finding out what Palestinians have long known.…
US congressman says he was detained by armed Israeli settlers in occupied West Bank
Ro Khanna said settlers were armed with US-made weapons and Israel Defense Forces refused to interveneThe US congressman Ro Khanna says armed Israeli …
Syrians optimistic but cautious as sanctions removal revives economic hopes
US decision to delist Syria as a 'state sponsor of terrorism' prompts cautious optimism among businesses and citizens.…
Elon Musk’s family foundation took Tommy Robinson to Russia, says Musk’s father
Errol Musk says far-right activist is ‘a fine young man’ and held meetings with Russian business figuresElon Musk’s family foundation took Tommy Robin…
Hormuz shipping in focus as Iran-US rhetoric heats up
Analysts say door to diplomacy still open despite exchange of attacks and threats.…
Algeria and Mali restore diplomatic ties following yearlong rift
Relations begin to thaw as both countries reinstate ambassadors, reopen airspace closed to each other since April 2025.…
If you ask Americans, Norway's Erling Haaland is already a winner
If the World Cup was a tournament for hearts and minds, the Norwegian striker would certainly win.…
Hunter Biden wins $1.7m in suit over Iran bribery claim by ex-CEO of Overstock.com
Biden sued Patrick Byrne for defamation over claim that he sought bribe to lobby his father to free $8bn in Iran assetsA federal judge on Friday award…
The biggest steam locomotive is whistle-stopping across the U.S.
Huge crowds of train fans turn out as the 1940s era Big Boy steam locomotive is making a rare trip cross country.…
What is going on in Yemen?
Tensions are rising in the battlefield and political sphere. Will the conflict reignite?…
Power cuts plunge Gaza hospitals into darkness as Israel’s attacks persist
Gaza is suffering from an energy crisis, affecting hospitals struggling to treat patients amid Israeli bombing.…
Former Chelsea and Leeds owner Ken Bates dies aged 94
Former Chelsea and Leeds United owner Ken Bates has died aged 94, Chelsea announced on Saturday.…
Sheinbaum takes on cartels, Trump and the legacy of 1968
Claudia Sheinbaum is trying to govern on her own terms — while dealing with Trump, cartels and AMLO's shadow.…