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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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…
China hits back at U.S. sanctions restricting its exports to American defense firms
China on Monday announced sanctions on 10 American military-related companies in response to a recent U.S. move that bars some leading Chinese tech co…
‘Encouraging progress’ made as first round US-Iran talks end
The first round of US-Iran talks has ended with both sides agreeing on a roadmap towards a final deal.…
A larger World Cup had some worrying the competition would suffer. It hasn't
This year's edition of the FIFA World Cup continues to be thrilling with unexpected performances from tournament first-timers and surprising results f…
Top officer says anti-racism guidance has fuelled myth of two-tier policing
Head of Greater Manchester force refutes claims of anti-white bias but says he understands where it comes fromPolicing in Britain has “adopted the lan…
Iran hails ‘progress’ as first day of talks with US conclude after shaky start
Mediators Pakistan and Qatar issue statement saying talks will run for rest of the week, as fighting in Lebanon continues to threaten agreementIran’s …
Salah scores as Egypt beat New Zealand 3-1 for first World Cup win
Egypt rallied from a goal down at half-time to turn the game on its head and strengthen their case for the knockouts.…
Qatar LNG factory explosion injures 54, leaves 18 missing, gov’t says
Blast at Ras Laffan Industrial City caused by 'technical malfunction', Ministry of Interior says.…
Thousands of staff at Czech public broadcasters strike over funding plans
Industrial action is biggest escalation yet in months-long dispute with populist government of Andrej BabišThousands of public service media employees…
Salah's World Cup nightmare ends as he fires Egypt to historic win
Mohamed Salah's World Cup nightmares finally end as he helps fire Egypt to their first ever win at the tournament - 92 years on from their tournament …
Japanese fans clean up stands after celebrating World Cup win
Japanese fans stayed behind after celebrating their 4-0 victory over Tunisia, by collecting rubbish from the stands.…
Crimea halts fuel sales after Ukraine strikes cause shortages
Gas sales in Russian-controlled Crimea have halted after Ukrainian drone strikes on the peninsula’s supply route.…
Japan quintuples foreigner visa fees in first price hike since 1978
Authorities say they do not expect the hikes to have an "immediate impact on inbound tourism".…
Salah scores to help Egypt to first World Cup win
Mohamed Salah scores one goal and creates another as Egypt come from behind to beat New Zealand and secure their first-ever World Cup win.…
Shipping stalls in Strait of Hormuz after Iran declares key waterway shut
Ship tracking data shows sharp fall in transits as US and Iranian officials hold talks to save fragile peace framework.…
Chris Mason: All eyes on Downing Street - what does the PM say, and when?
For the third time in four years, we appear on the brink of a prime minister announcing their plan to leave office, the BBC's political editor writes.…
One of World Cup's great stories - can Cape Verde extend dream run?
Cape Verde's impressive World Cup continues with a draw against two-time winners Uruguay - and they will now be looking to make the last 32.…
Trump-backed political outsider wins Colombia election, initial count shows
Lawyer and businessman Abelardo de la Espriella appears to have narrowly defeated his rival Iván Cepeda, who said the preliminary count was "not yet o…
Largest ever cocaine bust in Australia after police raid underground bunker
Police seized 2.7 tonnes of cocaine worth an estimated A$816m after searching a property in western Sydney.…
After Trump inspects Reflecting Pool, he says repair work will begin 'immediately'
On Sunday, the president flew by helicopter over the refurbished landmark, which is plagued by algae and peeling paint. He claims vandals are partly t…
Ebola closure cuts off a lifeline between DRC’s Goma and Rwanda
Health officials defend the restrictions, but traders say the measures have disrupted the flow of goods and income.…
No pressure to pass the ball to Ronaldo in World Cup: Portugal’s Conceicao
Ronaldo has faced criticism after his performance in Portugal’s first match of the FIFA World Cup.…
US and Iran meet for ‘tense’ but ‘constructive’ ceasefire talks
Negotiators from the US and Iran wrapped a day of talks in Switzerland.…
BTS fans desperate to catch comeback tour lose more than $100,000 to scammers
Elated to see BTS on the road again, but frustrated by competitive ticket wars, they have become easy targets.…
Russian troop build-up threatens city seen as key to seizing Ukraine's Donbas
If Kostyantynivka falls, Russian forces would be able push towards Ukraine's last remaining strongholds in the east.…
Iran war live: First day of US talks covers Lebanon, Hormuz, frozen assets
Trump threatens to hit Iran 'very hard' amid talks, prompting Ghalibaf to warn the US to take care with its rhetoric.…
Saka trains with England squad before Ghana match
Bukayo Saka trains with the England squad to provide a fitness boost to Thomas Tuchel before their second World Cup match against Ghana.…