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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US military kills three people in boat strike in Pacific Ocean
Attack brings to at least 211 number of people killed as Trump administration targets alleged ‘narcoterrorists’The US military attacked a boat accused…
Canada vs Qatar World Cup: 3 goals for David, 2 red cards, 1 injured Kone
BC Place was a battlefield as Kone was stretchered off, Qatar got two red cards, and both teams brawled after full-time.…
Iran war live: JD Vance defends Iran deal as US says naval blockade lifted
US vice president says 60-day negotiating period between Washington and Tehran has begun after deal to end war signed.…
Vote counting begins in high-stakes UK by-election
Ballots are being counted in the UK’s closely watched Makerfield by-election.…
JD Vance tells Iran deal critics in Israel: Trump is your only ally left in the world
In a sharp rebuke to critics of Trump’s deal with Iran, the vice-president referenced the billions in defence aid Israel recieves from the USNews: Ira…
In photos: The Knicks celebrate their first NBA championship in more than 50 years
The New York Knicks celebrate their NBA championship win with a ticker tape parade in Manhattan.…
Nearly 160 sick with flu at US air force base after Hegseth ends mandatory vaccines
Reports say Texas recruits ill from outbreak, which comes weeks after defense secretary made flu vaccine optionalAn influenza outbreak has reportedly …
Mamdani gives New York Knicks keys to city after NBA title
The New York Knicks celebrated their first NBA title in 53 years with a frenzied ticker-tape parade through Manhattan.…
Brazil executes warrant against Lula ally in widening financial scandal
Left-wing Senator Jaques Wagner was the latest prominent figure to be swept up in investigations into Banco Master.…
Myanmar military airstrike kills seven civilians in Rakhine state
A Myanmar military airstrike on the Rakhine state town of Kyauktaw killed at least seven civilians.…
Cuba’s Communist Party approves opening economy in unprecedented move
The emergency economic package comes amid an ongoing US pressure campaign that has left the island nation reeling.…
Are prices really dropping in the US, as Trump claims?
Donald Trump boasts on social media that since signing of MoU for peace deal, oil is flowing and prices are dropping.…
Neymar will not play in Brazil’s World Cup match against Haiti due to injury
Brazil's record goal-scorer continues to struggle with injuries after being named in their World Cup 2026 squad.…
Obamas host star-studded opening of Chicago presidential centre
The campus opens to the public this weekend with a museum, community amenities and more to honour the 44th US president.…
Conjoined twins separated after surgery in Saudi Arabia
Filipino conjoined twins Olivia and Gianna were successfully separated during a six-hour surgery in Saudi Arabia.…
Scotland fall short of famous win over Windies
Scotland come up agonisingly short of a famous victory at the T20 World Cup as West Indies somehow come through to win a tumultuous game at Headingley…
U.S. lifts blockade on Iranian ports as 60-day clock for a final deal starts ticking
The U.S. is allowing ships to enter and exit Iranian ports and coastal areas as the countries move to a new phase of negotiations over the next 60 day…
MP Cameron Thomas suspended amid police investigation
It is understood the MP was arrested by Gloucestershire Police on Wednesday.…
Pro-Israel hawks in US criticise Iran MoU but avoid clashing with Trump
Analysts warn that pro-Israel groups and politicians in Washington will likely push to derail diplomacy with Tehran.…
Netanyahu says Israel must protect relationship with US
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu pressed for the ‘preservation’ of Israel’s relationship with the US.…
Ivory Coast’s Elye Wahi granted Canadian visa hours after denial
The forward will now be able to join his team in Toronto when they take on Germany on Saturday.…
Iranian star Parastoo Ahmadi reportedly sentenced to 74 lashes for singing without hijab
Musicians and production team understood to be facing same punishment after livestream of patriotic songThe Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi and eight m…
Trump administration compares reflecting pool algae battle to Iran war
Interior department insists water at Washington landmark is ‘crystal clear’ as witnesses report murky green poolUS federal government workers continue…
News live: Australia gives Ukraine another $100m for fight against Russia; AFL great in hospital after truck crash
Two payments of $50m will boost Ukraine’s air defence and munitions supply. Follow today’s news live• Get our breaking news email, free app or daily n…
US lifts naval blockade as Iran's supreme leader says Trump made deal 'out of desperation'
Iran's supreme leader says he disagrees with the deal and Donald Trump signed it "out of desperation".…
Lionel Messi’s father undergoing treatment for health issues, family says
Family statement comes two days after an emotional Messi wiped away tears in Argentina's World Cup match against Algeria.…
What Iran and US get from deal and why both could struggle to keep it
BBC analysts assess the claims by both Washington and Tehran to have won a victory with the deal to end their war.…
Gaza fans chase World Cup joy amid blackout, displacement and war
World Cup matches offer residents of Gaza a brief escape from war, blackouts and life in tents.…
Iran’s supreme leader says approved US deal despite having ‘different’ view
Iran says it has suspended Strait of Hormuz transit charges for commercial vessels for 60 days.…
Stokes could return as captain for third Test against NZ
Ben Stokes could return as England captain as early as next week for the third Test against New Zealand at Trent Bridge.…