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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UN inquiry urges release of Palestinian doctor jailed by Israel
The inquiry commission urges Israel to release Hussam Abu Safia, citing credible reports he has suffered 'severe abuse'.…

Maine Democrats say Platner's campaign is trying to influence replacement process
The state Democratic Party accused Platner's campaign of trying to "put their thumb on the scale" of the process to replace him if he drops his bid fo…

Gaza aid worker killed minutes before World Cup screening he organised
Mohammed al-Wahidi was killed in an Israeli strike just before people gathered for a World Cup screening he organised.…

TV licence fee is 'yesterday's model', new BBC director general says
Matt Brittin gives his views on the corporation's future, six weeks after taking over the BBC.…

Has the World Cup signalled the end of chaos at corners?
Can the Premier League learn anything from the refereeing of corners at the World Cup?…

‘There are risks’: Ex-India judge behind damning UN report on Gaza children
Before he exposed Israel's deliberate targeting of Gaza children, Srinivasan Muralidhar took on Indian authorities.…

First Thing: Trump calls Iran’s leaders ‘scum’ and declares fragile ceasefire over
Hostilities between US and Iran resume as US president lashes out at ‘vicious, violent people’. Plus the fall out from the USMNT’s exit from the Fifa …

Outcry as Meta lets users make AI images from public Instagram profile pics
The tech giant said people can opt out - but privacy campaigners called it a "recipe for disaster".…

Beaumont to retire from international cricket
England batter Tammy Beaumont has confirmed that she will retire after the Test match against India, which starts on Friday at Lord's.…

Neo-Nazi jailed for terror offence after MI5 sting
Alfie Coleman, 22, is sentenced at the Old Bailey after being found guilty in April.…

Syria says one killed, 36 wounded after Damascus blasts during Macron visit
Macron, who continued his visit after the blasts, said Syria must not be 'destabilised' by the attacks.…

Chris Mason: It's far from certain whether by-election will strengthen Farage
The Reform UK leader faces a challenge from Count Binface as the main parties rule out standing in Clacton.…

Egypt want officials kicked out of World Cup
The Egyptian FA lodges a complaint with Fifa and demands an investigation into "double standards" of officiating in the controversial defeat by Argent…

Fury v Joshua could be held overnight at Wembley
The proposed heavyweight fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua could be held at Wembley Stadium in the early hours of the morning, BBC Sport und…

'Forgotten' host Canada's unforgettable World Cup
The country's co-hosting duties have come to an end along with an eventful journey for the national team.…
Trump says he believes the Iran ceasefire is 'over.' And, IOC lifts Russia's suspension
Trump said that he believes the U.S.-Iran ceasefire is over, but hasn't ruled out talks. And, the International Olympic Committee paves the way for Ru…

Trump declares ceasefire with Iran over during angry broadside at Nato summit
President calls Iranian leadership ‘scum’, rails against alliance, repeats demand for Greenland and threatens SpainMiddle East crisis live – latest up…

Why have US-Iran strikes resumed and what does it mean for peace?
Both sides have accused each other of violating the memorandum of understanding signed in June.…

Trump’s policy mayhem is making even the Maga faithful consider walking away
Even voters who identify as foot soldiers of his political army are increasingly willing to blame Trump for their economic troublesThe political conse…

Trump says ceasefire ‘over’ after US, Iran trade attacks
Trump made the announcement at a NATO summit after Iran attacked bases hosting US forces in Kuwait and Bahrain.…

Trump says MoU with ‘vicious, violent’ Iran is over
Trump says MoU with 'vicious, violent' Iran is over…

European MPs call for probe of FIFA boss Infantino over red card suspension
Lawmakers call FIFA decision to scrap Balogun suspension after Trump intervention 'a disgrace'.…

Summer holiday bookings bounce back amid fragile Middle East ceasefire, Jet2 says
Holiday operator says market in good shape, with strong recent recovery in bookings across all destinations as customers take the plungeBusiness live …

The World Cup stars who could have played for England
While there is no shortage of talent in the England squad, a number of World Cup stars from other nations could have featured for the Three Lions if t…

What's behind the push to make peptide therapies more readily available
Marketed for longevity and wellness benefits, the unproven therapies are sold through a grey market online. Compounding pharmacies say they should be …

Smuggler accepts most of his drugs mules 'will get caught'
A smuggler taunts the government even though the UK Border Force is seizing record amounts of cannabis.…

'Lifeless' 3-year-old 'brought back to life' by heroes after drowning in pond
Stefan Johnson jumped in to pull the boy out of the water before two nurses came to help.…

Southport Inquiry to examine role of social media
The hearings will investigate how the internet and social media influences violent individuals.…

Why have half a million Russians gone bankrupt amid Ukraine war?
European intelligence report warns of strain on Russia's banks, but experts say a full-blown crisis is unlikely…

World Cup: Which teams made the quarterfinals, and what’s the schedule?
Complete FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals lineup, with match start times and venue locations inside the United States.…