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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Israel frees four more Lebanese prisoners in Red Cross-mediated handover
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun praises the release and thanks US President Donald Trump for his efforts.…
Farage unveils small boats deal with French National Rally party
Reform says it would use the Navy to intercept boats and return migrants to France, if the party wins power.…
Jerusalem Daily: Israel’s plan to expel Gaza’s population
Ben-Gvir sets out a plan for the illegal forced expulsion of all Palestinians from the Gaza Strip…
At least 100 killed as Yemen’s Houthis push towards key strait
Fighting has intensified between Iran-backed Houthi rebels and Yemeni government forces since Thursday.…
‘Things happen’: How Vance’s comment on Iran wedding strike fits US pattern
From My Lai to civilian killings in Afghanistan, Iraq, the US has often denied role before later quietly acknowledging.…
Conflicts and extreme weather pushing global food prices higher, warns UN
UN food price index rises to four-year high, illustrating impact of war and weather.…
Myanmar military head visits Vietnam to normalize relations
His trip to Vietnam marks his third visit to an ASEAN member state as he seeks to restore Myanmar's standing in the bloc.…
Colombian president posts video purporting to show 23 ‘neutralised’ guerrillas in body bags
Footage provokes outrage, as bellicose and performative far-right politics continue to spread across AmericasColombia’s hardline president, Abelardo D…
Five jailed after kidnap victim jumped from window
The man was held captive and filmed being repeatedly assaulted before escaping, police say.…
Answers needed on transgender surgery pause in Wales, says health minister
Mabon ap Gwynfor says he respects the decision but has questions for the health board responsible.…
As the China-US AI race reaches Cairo, Egypt faces a strategic decision
Egypt walks a tightrope as China and the US vie for dominance in AI data centre development.…
US envoys headed to Russia and Ukraine to relaunch mediation
The return of Washington's negotiators raises hope of progress towards a settlement to end Moscow's war on Ukraine.…
Man About the House star Richard O'Sullivan dies aged 82
His biggest roles included Robin Tripp in 70s TV sitcoms Man About the House and Robin's Nest.…
Sheep stolen from Clarkson's Diddly Squat Farm
Thames Valley Police said several sheep were stolen from a farm in Chadlington.…
US military disables ad trackers on troops’ phones amid security fears
Senator releases letters from armed forces after reports of location data being used to track US troops in Middle EastUS military officials say they h…
Seeds of hope: how a local farming project is offering a lifeline to Gaza
Family-run Al-Qarara Seed Bank is striving to help Palestinians gain sovereignty over their food securitySalama Ayesh Muhanna still remembers the firs…
'We expect our sons to be killed,' father of teen shot dead in West Bank tells BBC
Palestinian teenagers Omar al-Naasan and Khalil Abu Alia were shot dead when Israeli settlers and soldiers entered a village in the occupied West Bank…
South Korea mulls ‘contributions’ in Strait of Hormuz
Seoul heavily affected by closure of strategic waterway and under heavy US pressure for participation against Iran.…
Iran war: Why US midterms could be a pivotal moment
Rising prices and opposition to war may pressure Trump to de-escalate until after the midterms, analysts say.…
‘Build The Wall’: White House arcade games face backlash
The White House has unveiled five arcade-style games to promote Trump's 'MAGA' agenda.…
Argentina’s Milei threatens sanctions as he refocuses on Falklands
Argentina's president accused of political machinations as he eyes shifting US stance on Las Malvinas.…
Iranian town mourns after deadly strike on wedding
Mourning turns to anger as residents of Kuhestak say Baloch communities are being placed in path of conflictPeople in Kuhestak, a predominantly Baloch…
Reform UK officials step down as new funding scandal hits far-right party
Resignations come after documentary alleges party arranged for overseas company to fund polling.…
Woman sentenced after cousin killed in XL bully attack
Kelcie Reed admitted being in control of a dangerous dog which killed 19-year-old Morgan Dorsett.…
Stock up on food to prepare for extreme weather, minister warns
Dame Angela Eagle warns the weather event could lead to extreme storms this winter.…
Gasly loses Monaco podium after McLaren win appeal
McLaren win their appeal against the result of the Monaco Grand Prix after a controversy over multiple incorrect pit-lane speeding penalties.…
UK will 'resolutely uphold' Falklands self-determination, Miliband says
The foreign secretary's comments come as Argentinian president Javier Milei says the "winds of change" favoured his country's claim on the British Ove…
JD Vance accused of ‘gaslighting’ after saying he is ‘skeptical’ US struck Iranian wedding | First Thing
Vice-president’s claim US-Iran conflict is not war draws ridicule from Democrat Ro Khanna. Plus, iconic feminist Gloria Steinem dies aged 92Good morni…
How could US-Iran conflict end? Three experts give their views
After renewed strikes this week, does either side have an exit strategy?…
Moment three-storey building collapses amid flooding in China
Severe flooding in China’s Fujian province has caused a three-storey building to collapse.…