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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Jewish-American barred by Israel calls settler violence ‘state terror’
Jewish-American activist says Israel barred his re-entry over his work with Palestinians in the occupied West Bank.…
US Treasury secretary says new economic measures will ‘collapse’ Iran
Scott Bessent has not said if countries such as China could be targeted in an effort to economically isolate Tehran.…
The Iran war and tariffs are costing farmers. Will Republicans pay in November?
In some tight midterm races, how farmers frustrated with the war and rising costs vote could make a difference.…
Could US sanctions destroy the International Criminal Court?
Washington's new measures against the ICC have been widely condemned but welcomed by Israel.…
Como mayor bans 'beasts' in city centre after being hit by bike
Alessandro Rapinese issues the prohibition for the historic city centre after an encounter with a cyclist last month.…
Sparkling Brook builds England lead over Pakistan
Harry Brook sparkles in the Headingley gloom to build England’s commanding lead over Pakistan on a shortened second day of the first Test.…
Bessent urges US partners to back plans to 'squash' Iran economy
The US Treasury secretary says allies will need to decide whether they "are with us or against us".…
UK, France, Germany, Italy and Canada condemn Israel's West Bank settlement project
European countries and Canada pile on pressure over Israel's plans to expand settlements in a strategically vital part of the occupied West Bank.…
US aircraft carrier arrives in Middle East to relieve troubled USS Lincoln
USS George Washington will replace warship families say suffers from shortages, plumbing problems and low moraleThe USS George Washington aircraft car…
Carlos Alcaraz confirms US Open return after four-month injury layoff
Spanish tennis star had missed the French Open, Wimbledon and the hard-court events in Toronto and Cincinnati.…
Russian paramilitaries in Mali kill nine, including children: HRW
Human Rights Watch alleges that the killings by Africa Corps troops took place in the presence of Malian soldiers.…
The road to el-Obeid, Sudan’s besieged city sheltering thousands
Al Jazeera’s AlMigdad Alruhaid travelled along one of the main supply roads to Sudan’s besieged city of el-Obeid.…
First group of US deportees, out of an expected 1,200, arrive in Liberia
Liberia is part of a growing list of partners under US President Donald Trump to accept third-country deportations.…
Bangladesh elects ruling party veteran Alamgir as president
Bangladesh elects Mirza Fakhrul Islam Alamgir by parliamentary vote, filling vacancy after Shahabuddin's resignation.…
Man arrested over Nord Stream bombing was consultant on film about it starring Sean Penn
Volodymyr Zhuravlev had been consulted on Snake Island, a dramatised reconstruction of incidentEarlier this month locals in Zagreb noticed something o…
Seven defenders on the books - why Arsenal still want Konsa
Arsenal have already spent more than £100m this summer as they look to defend their Premier League title - so why do they want Ezri Konsa as well?…
At least 800 people evacuated from major wildfire in western Spain
A major wildfire is threatening communities in western Spain with more than 800 people evacuated.…
North Korea fires ballistic missiles as US-South Korea drills near end
South Korea convened an emergency security meeting following the launches, as Trump seeks to sway Pyongyang.…
Daily struggle for clean water and food takes a physical toll on Gaza kids
Families in Gaza face devastating water shortages, leaving children with heavy responsibilities beyond their years.…
Swiss tourist jailed for insulting Bali’s sacred Day of Silence
A Swiss tourist has been sentenced to one year in prison in Bali for social media posts insulting Nyepi…
Humanoid robots take centre stage in China-US tech race
Humanoid robots are at the forefront of China’s race for technological supremacy at Beijing’s World Robot Conference.…
One geography, two states: Saudi Arabia’s security approach to Sudan
Riyadh sees Sudan’s unity and stability as inseparable from its own security across the Red Sea.…
Why are Prince Harry and Meghan moving back to the UK? – The Latest
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are planning to return to live in Britain, six years after leaving for the US: a decision that was subject to intense m…
Syria detains policeman over death of White Helmets rescuer hit in custody
Authorities were warned about the dangers of hitting Mohammad Ghamira, who suffered from the rare medical condition haemophilia.…
Gunmen seize tanker off Yemen amid resurgence of Somali piracy
UK maritime security monitor says Seamull tanker diverted towards Somalia, as wave of piracy sweeps the Gulf of Aden.…
Ukrainian publishers call for support after Russian attacks destroy 10m books
The country risks ‘the collapse of the entire book ecosystem’ following destruction of warehouses in July and August, say Ukrainian publishersThe Ukra…
Deadly Russian missile barrage hits Kyiv in hours-long overnight attack
Russia launched a hours-long overnight barrage of ballistic and cruise missiles and drones across Kyiv.…
Man charged over Manchester synagogue attack
Police say the man is accused of failing to disclose information regarding terrorist activity.…
US man sentenced to 77 years for child sexual abuse charges tied to online extremist group
Kyle Spitze of Tennessee faced federal charges for targeting girls online as part of ‘764 network’ investigated by FBIA 27-year-old Tennessee man desc…
How China and Russia could hobble Trump’s plans to isolate Iran
Iran's deep trade ties with Beijing and Moscow could prove difficult for the US to disrupt, say analysts.…