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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England's Palmer a 'victim' of 'sick' schedule, says PFA chief
Cole Palmer is the "victim" of a "sick" system that is expecting too much of players, according to Professional Footballers' Association chief executi…
Democrat Pete Buttigieg criticizes Trump's rollback of fuel-economy standards
The former transportation secretary says weaker fuel-economy standards could raise long-term costs for drivers and leave U.S. automakers further behin…
Trump administration says it's scaling back fuel efficiency standards for new cars
The Trump administration is weakening Biden-era fuel efficiency standards for new cars and trucks.…
Watch: US journalist Evan Gershkovich describes being detained by Russian agents
He was arrested in Russia in 2023 and later sentenced to 16 years on espionage charges.…
Photos: French students protest, public workers strike before budget cuts
About 40 people have been arrested and 10 injured as protesting students clash with police.…
National Rally’s Jordan Bardella rails at ‘war’ on party after antisemitism claims
President of Marine Le Pen’s far-right party faces calls to resign over comments he allegedly wrote as a teenagerJordan Bardella, the head of Marine L…
Indian firm building $15bn Trump-announced steel mill has deep Russia ties
Russian cash helped Essar, the firm behind the steel factory, manage major debts. Now the group's investing in the US.…
Why has Putin added 15,000 new soldiers to Russia’s army?
The move marks the fourth military expansion this year as Russia's war in Ukraine seemingly stalls.…
Nigerian dances non-stop for seven days in world record bid
Crowds cheered on Ben Dancer as completed his challenge and he has now gone to hospital for a check-up…
Does international law still matter?
Does international law still matter?…
Bail for RAF base suspects suggests no evidence of ‘terror’, say analysts
Police bail for the RAF Fairford suspects suggests no explosives were found, analysts tell Al Jazeera…
Close-up look at Turner's '£50m' Rome painting on show in the city
William Turner’s 1835 painting - Rome, from Mount Aventine - will be on display in the Italian capital for the first time ahead of an auction in Londo…
Nowak killer given leave to appeal against sentence
The Court of Appeal will decide in November whether to reduce or lengthen the 21-year minimum term.…
Sudan takes centre stage on final day of UNGA
Sudan's foreign minister addressed the UNGA as his country faces war, mass displacement and a worsening aid shortfall.…
Estonia blames Russia for arson attack on drone maker supplying Ukraine
European and Nato leaders express support for Estonia after August attack on manufacturer in TallinnEurope live – latest updatesEuropean and Nato lead…
French hard-right leader accuses opponents of 'total war' after claims of antisemitism
National Rally President Jordan Bardella says he will sue for libel over comments he is accused of making as a young activist.…
Iran downplays possible role in Houthis’ recent Yemen victories
Iran has long been accused of links with the Houthis in Yemen, but how far do these links go?…
Are Houthis using new modified cruise missiles in Yemen’s war?
Experts say use of modified Iranian defence system could alter the balance in the fight for the Red Sea.…
Estonia says Russia ordered August arson attack on defence company
Tallinn accuses Moscow of responsibility for the fire at Estonian company Milrem Robotics, a supplier of unmanned ground vehicles to Ukraine.…
Andy Burnham: Northern PM's long journey to power
The former mayor of Greater Manchester has had designs on the top job since 2010 when he first ran to be Labour leader.…
Walkouts, clashes and moments that defined UNGA 2026
From mass walkouts and heated exchanges to protests, this year’s UNGA produced no shortage of memorable moments.…
Man charged over AI image of crocodile in Singapore reservoir
The defendant could face jail or a fine after the image sparked a search operation in the city’s largest reservoir.…
UK mortgage demand drops to 32-month low as Iran war drives up borrowing costs
Average five-year fixed mortgage interest rate has hit 5.94%, its highest since October 2023, says MoneyfactsBusiness live – latest updatesDemand for …
Malaysia sends Rohingya back to Myanmar despite safety warnings
Malaysia sends Rohingya back to Myanmar despite safety warnings…
Iranians stock up on food and medicine as fears of new US fighting grow
Iran is struggling with shortages as sanctions and blockade strain food and medicine supply chains.…
Turkiye arrests president, six members of football refereeing body in probe
Arrests were made over interference with refereeing procedures, among other accusations, Turkish justice minister says.…
Rayner says watchdog will rein in 'cowboy' leasehold property agents
The housing secretary used her Labour conference speech to announce protections for leaseholders facing 'injustice'.…
Israeli settlers attack West Bank village and block Palestinian family's return home
Two homes belonging to the al-Tubasi family were set on fire and Israeli security forces were also targeted by settlers.…
'I was lured into a trap': Evan Gershkovich on moment that led to 16 months in Russian jail
The US journalist says he realised he was a "a pawn in a greater game" when he was not interrogated or tortured by FSB agents.…
Lebanese are watching Israel’s upcoming election, but few expect change
Lebanese are anticipating continued Israeli aggression in Lebanon after the election.…