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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Six ways to keep your home and yourself cool in hot weather
Six simple things you can do to help keep your house cool when temperatures rise.…
Starmer is stepping down - what could happen next?
The Labour leader says he will remain prime minister until his successor is chosen.…
Israel kills turtle conservationist Mona Khalil
Turtle conservationist Mona Khalil has died after an Israeli air strike on her home near Tyre, Lebanon.…
Alan Greenspan, the legendary former Federal Reserve chair, dies
During his chairmanship, Greenspan was celebrated as possibly the best central banker in history. But later, his reputation was tarnished by the worst…
Alan Greenspan, architect of the modern American economy, dies aged 100
As chairman of the Federal Reserve, Alan Greenspan became the world's most high-profile banker.…
First Thing: Iran says there is ‘progress’ in talks despite Trump’s coarse threats
US president threatened Iran over strait of Hormuz in sweary outburst. Plus, Starmer to step down as UK’s PM two years after historic landslideDon’t a…
Cairo erupts in celebration after Egypt’s first ever win in a World Cup
Cairo erupts in celebration after Egypt’s first ever win in a World Cup.…
Vance’s warning to Israel signals a new phase in US-Israeli relations
There won’t be a rupture, but there won’t be business as usual, either.…
‘I leave the biggest job’: Keir Stamer’s resignation speech in full
Starmer resigned as Labour leader after losing his party's support and as Andy Burnham eyes the UK's top position.…
Why Coca-Cola and the US taxman are at war over a $20bn tax bill
Beverage giant is appealing a 2020 ruling that has major implications for how much tax firms pay on overseas profits.…
Williams is the greatest - but will she produce another great fight?
Serena Williams will return to the singles court at Wimbledon aged 44 - BBC Sport analyses if she is ready and the challenges she will face.…
UK PM Keir Starmer resigns. And, US and Iran agree to roadmap for final deal
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation on Monday. And, the U.S. and Iran have agreed to a "roadmap" to reach a final deal withi…
British parliament to debate Israeli influence on UK politics: What we know
The debate comes after a petition expressed concern over Israeli lobbies' influence in the UK.…
Sturgeon and Gove to team up for reality TV 'wargame'
The former first minister is to serve as deputy prime minister in a simulation of a Russian attack on the UK.…
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's resignation speech in full
Sir Keir announces he will be step down as Labour leader and PM in a Downing Street address.…
Babcock says Brexit and Covid beset Royal Navy contract as profits plunge
Underlying operating profits down 19% with 2019 frigate-building programme making loss, firm reportsOne of the UK’s biggest defence contractors has bl…
An AI proxy war could reshape Congress — before Congress reshapes AI
The massive spending and heated rhetoric in midterm races reflect the AI industry's political fault lines and competing visions of what the future sho…
What are the key outcomes of the Iran-US talks in Switzerland, what next?
Experts warn unresolved questions over Lebanon could complicate efforts to secure a lasting agreement.…
Murder arrest after woman fatally stabbed
Police say a 72-year-old woman found with stab wounds was pronounced dead at the scene.…
US, Iran agree on ‘roadmap’ towards final deal in Switzerland talks
Technical talks to continue in the resort of Burgenstock after progress on issues of Strait of Hormuz and Lebanon.…
How do you stop Messi, Mbappe, Haaland and Kane?
Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland and Harry Kane look to be on lethal form in this World Cup. So how can you stop them in their tracks?…
Prime Minister Keir Starmer expected to announce exit plan: UK media
Keir Starmer is under intense pressure from his own Labour Party to announce plans to step down as prime minister.…
Iran war day 115: Lebanon truce appears to hold as Switzerland talks end
Mediators Qatar and Pakistan hail 'encouraging progress' on the first day of Iran-US talks.…
60-day US-Iran talks will be ‘really hard’
60-day US-Iran talks will be ‘really hard’…
Far-right lawyer De La Espriella wins Colombia’s tight presidential race
Far right lawyer Abelardo De La Espriella, who won backing of Donald Trump, seals narrow victory in run-off election.…
LIVE: UK PM Keir Starmer expected to announce his resignation
The leader of governing Labour Party has faced growing pressure to step down after months of declining popularity.…
Teen accused of planning terror attack on Peter Dutton and Brisbane march was making ‘edgy joke’, court told
Defence barrister claims teenager was a ‘troubled kid’ but crown prosecutor says he was serious when he wrote of copying US domestic terroristsGet our…
More than half of France under red alerts as heatwave intensifies
The health minister warns many citizens "will suffer", with temperatures set to peak on Monday.…
Zelenskyy pledges to ‘bring war back to Russia’ after drones swarm toward Moscow – Europe live
Russia intercepted 300 Ukrainian drones across the country and temporarily suspended operations from Moscow airportNearly 60 Ukrainian drones were int…
Middle East crisis live: US talks with Iran set to continue despite Iranian walkout
Negotiations due to continue for rest of week in Switzerland after tense start as Iranians protest against threat from Donald TrumpIran hails ‘progres…