Conflict & War

Ukraine says missiles hit military plant deep inside Russia

Ukraine's military also says it has struck a Russian oil refinery and a "shadow fleet" oil tanker in the Black Sea.…

2026-06-10

Satellite images show Israel’s destruction of historical city of Tyre

Satellite data shows damage to residential areas, UNESCO Heritage buffer zones and Palestinian camps in Israeli attacks.…

2026-06-10

Apache down, fighting up: What the latest US-Iran attacks mean

Analysts say Iran seeks to deter US patrols on the Strait of Hormuz by attacking its assets across the Gulf.…

2026-06-10

Former Warwickshire wicketkeeper Piper dies aged 56

Former Warwickshire wicketkeeper Keith Piper dies at the age of 56 after playing nearly 500 games for the Bears in his 16-year career at Edgbaston.…

2026-06-10

What can this pothole tell us about the state of UK roads?

The BBC follows the ups and downs of a single pothole for more than a year.…

2026-06-10

Netanyahu caught between the US, Lebanon war, and Iran ceasefire

As elections near, Israel's PM finds himself squeezed between his voters, his allies, and his opponents.…

2026-06-10

Scotland fan has US visa revoked an hour before flying to World Cup

Michael Wright was at airport security when his visa status changed to "travel not authorised".…

2026-06-10

Uptick in children and teenagers enjoying reading for first time in 5 years

More than one in three now say they like picking up books in their spare time, according to a literacy charity.…

2026-06-10

How Sancho's dream Man Utd move ended as a nightmare

Jadon Sancho leaves Manchester United, almost three years after his last Premier League appearance for the club.…

2026-06-10

Middle East peace talks in doubt as Iran says it needs to ‘reassess’ after overnight strikes

US launches strikes in retaliation for downing of US army helicopter, while White House source says deal could still be closeThe future of peace talks…

2026-06-10

US diplomat found dead in Myanmar as police treat case as possible homicide

Thai woman is in custody in connection with investigation after man was reportedly found dead at a hotel in YangonA US diplomat has been found dead in…

2026-06-10

Three questions Bill Gates could face as he testifies to Congress on Epstein

The Microsoft co-founder has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing or knowledge of his former associate's illegal activity.…

2026-06-10

Why has Belfast erupted in anti-immigrant violence after a knife attack?

Ministers have blamed far-right online agitators for stoking racial tension following a stabbing.…

2026-06-10

U.S. and Iran exchange strikes. And, House passes ICE and Border Patrol funding

The U.S. and Iran have exchanged strikes after a helicopter was downed Monday near the Strait of Hormuz. And, House Republicans have passed a bill to …

2026-06-10

July 1 brings big student loan changes. Here's what you need to know

A popular (and generous) repayment plan ends, two new plans begin and many borrowers will see new loan limits.…

2026-06-10

US and Iran exchange fire as Vance says deal could be months away | First Thing

Vice-president says he expects war to end in a week or few months with ‘a deal that is good for US economically’. Plus, get ready for start of Fifa me…

2026-06-10

Four Palestine Action protesters sentenced as terrorists would be ‘constitutional threat’

Human rights lawyer warns activists’ potential sentencing when jury did not convict them violates legal principlesMiddle East crisis – live updatesOne…

2026-06-10

Pakistan launches deadly air strikes in Afghanistan, reigniting tensions

The fresh strikes come after weeks of relative calm in the restive border region between the two countries.…

2026-06-10

US navy member sentenced to 44 years in prison for killing female sailor

Jermiah Copeland had admitted killing Angelina Resendiz, attacking another sailor and illegally recording anotherSign up for the Breaking News US news…

2026-06-10

World Cup referee denied US entry arrives home to hero's welcome in Somalia

Omar Artan vows to officiate at the 2030 World Cup instead after arriving home in Somalia in the wake of being banned from entering the United States.…

2026-06-10

Why is the FIFA World Cup 2026 being held in three countries?

The 2026 World Cup is the first to be held in three different host nations - but why? Al Jazeera explains.…

2026-06-10

A four-year-old’s recovery from the trauma of war in Lebanon

Four-year-old Malika was seriously wounded in an Israeli attack that killed her mother.…

2026-06-10

China re‑centers North Korea ties as nuclear silence reshapes balance

Xi's silence on North Korea's nuclear program came as Kim tried to convince the world of the irreversibility of his country's status as a nuclear powe…

2026-06-10

Hundreds of twitchers flock to see African bird in UK for first time

It is the first time the African bird has been recorded in the UK.…

2026-06-10

India’s Bengal pushes out Muslim Bangladeshis, deepening religious tensions

Hundreds 'pushed' to border and many others put in detention centres as part of a crackdown on undocumented migrants.…

2026-06-10

Two killed in rare street demonstration over women’s rights in Afghanistan

Taliban forces fire on crowds in Herat, who were protesting at manhandling of women arrested over hijab dress codeA Taliban crackdown on women’s dress…

2026-06-10

Iran fires missiles at US bases carrying images of killed commanders

Iranian state media released video showing the launch of missiles towards US bases in the Middle East.…

2026-06-10

ICE denies having a protester database. But a letter to Congress sheds more light

In a previously unpublicized letter to Congress, the newly-departed head of ICE said the agency collects data on people suspected of potentially unlaw…

2026-06-10

Rising from the rubble: A Gaza tech incubator defies Israel’s war

Israel's war on Gaza has decimated the tech sector, killing experts and destroying incubators that offered opportunity.…

2026-06-10

Israeli leader who pulled out of Lebanon warns against getting stuck again

Ehud Barak withdrew Israeli forces from Lebanon in 2000, ending an occupation that lasted nearly two decades. He says that was a quagmire Israel shoul…

2026-06-10