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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Philippines’ Muslim-majority Bangsamoro region votes for first parliament
However, deadly violence marred the elections one day before the polls open in the southern Philippine region.…
Niger mutiny exposes growing reliance on Russia
The attempted power grab has exposed deep grievances within the army and tested Niger’s ties with its Sahelian allies.…
Israeli minister threatens to strip Israeli film-makers of citizenship over Gaza documentary NAZA
Miki Zohar accuses Oscar-winning directors Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor of ‘treason against the state’‘They know the house they are bombing is full o…
Heavy rain falls over the Kaaba in Mecca
Heavy rain and thunderstorms hit Mecca creating dramatic scenes as worshippers prayed at the Grand Mosque.…
Protests erupt across Syria over sharp fuel price hikes
Protests have erupted in Syria after the government raised fuel prices.…
Yemen’s Houthis advance on government strongholds of Marib, Taiz
Fighting is intensifying in Yemen as Houthi fighters advance toward Saudi-backed government-held areas.…
Iran war live: Oman says Hormuz talks with Iran, Gulf states postponed
Oman says Hormuz talks with Iran and Gulf states are postponed 'in the interests of consensus'.…
Warm start to week to make way for wetter and windier conditions
A stronger jet stream will bring a distinctly autumnal look to our weather this week, but is there a September heatwave on the horizon later this mont…
The Pitt is up for 25 Emmys - but the show's biggest fans are real-life doctors
Those in the medical profession say the HBO Max show about a US hospital emergency room is the most realistic medical drama yet.…
Buckingham Palace works uncover trove of everyday items dating back to 1800s
A collection of historic, forgotten items have been found during the restoration of the London royal residence.…
Emmy Awards: How to watch, who is nominated and why Heated Rivalry is missing
Beef stars Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan are among the nominees at the ceremony in Los Angeles.…
Trump dismisses calls for AI slowdown from leading tech CEOs
Trump downplays AI risks, saying he wants to maintain the US's lead over China in the emerging technology.…
Israeli quadcopter terrorises homes in Gaza City
Video shows a low-flying Israeli quadcopter maneuvering between residential buildings in eastern Gaza City.…
The Papers: 'Compulsory lentils' and 'Boris flees Vlad drone blitz'
New school food rules for England and ex-PM Boris Johnson "flees Vlad drone blitz" are the top stories in Monday's papers.…
How to protect your laptop, phone and bike from thieves at uni
What should new students consider to keep your belongings safe and covered by insurance?…
Can Gulf states and Iran negotiate the Strait of Hormuz without the U.S.?
Dania Thafer of the Gulf International Forum weighs in on previously scheduled talks between Iran and Gulf states. Shortly before this interview aired…
Carney gambles on the world's biggest investors betting on Canada
In the midst of a trade war with the US, the prime minister leveraged his connections in global finance to invite some of the world's biggest investor…
Pro-Palestine protest demands Australia increases pressure on Israel
A pro-Palestine protest in Sydney demanded that the Australian government take further action and implement on Israel.…
Poland, Ukraine accuse Russia of ‘escalation’ after strikes near border
Western officials including ex-UK PM Boris Johnson were nearby when Russia hit a train at the Poland-Ukraine border.…
Can a warming Arctic become an important commercial highway?
The conflict in the Middle East raises security concerns about traditional shipping routes.…
Jerusalem Daily: Pregnant woman killed in Gaza
Israeli forces kill a pregnant Palestinian woman in Gaza and settler pogroms intensify across the occupied West Bank.…
From fracking to data centers: Hearing from people on both sides of the opposition
NPR's Ayesha Rascoe speaks with environmentalist, Bill McKibben, and public relations specialist, Frank Maisano, about opposition to industrial develo…
US will scrap Irish whisky tariff, Trump says
The announcement comes several months after the US decreased the tariff by 5 percent.…
US Envoy Jared Kushner says Doha attack left Israel ‘globally isolated’
Jared Kushner, says Israel’s failed attack on Hamas leadership in Doha was ‘terrible’ and left the country ‘isolated'…
Guyana’s oil boom and challenges
Guyana’s president says his country has seen an increase in oil revenue as the Iran conflict reshapes global markets.…
Centre-left opposition bloc leads in Swedish vote, poll shows
Exit polls show Sweden's centre-left parties with an early lead of 51.3 percent in general election.…
How virtual safety car cost Norris win - and should F1 change rules?
Lando Norris says he was "insanely unlucky" to lose what seemed like a certain win in the Spanish Grand Prix because of the timing of a virtual safety…
Israeli raid targets Palestinian journalist Ali al-Samoudi’s home
Israeli forces reportedly raided the Jenin home of Palestinian journalist Ali al-Samoudi and beat his son.…
Dominant Kerr wins $150K with GB's first Ultimate title
Josh Kerr ends a sensational season by winning the Ultimate Championship 1500m title as the inaugural edition of athletics' new global event concludes…
Syrian child killed after roadside object explodes near Damascus
A child has been killed after an explosive object detonated when he touched it near Damascus.…