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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Russia struck train near Poland border shortly after Boris Johnson and top European officials passed through
The former UK PM said "I don't know what warped logic drove Putin to blow up a stationary Ukrainian locomotive on the Polish border this morning".…
World leaders gather in New Delhi for final day of BRICS summit
BRICS leaders gathered in New Delhi for the final day of the summit amid divisions over the wars in Iran and Ukraine.…
Crossbench MPs launch push to stop Australian military exports being used in human rights breaches
‘Red lines’ legislation would forbid defence equipment technology or services being used, includes parts for F-35 fighter jetsGet our breaking news em…
Red Sea nations watch as Houthis seize Bab al-Mandeb strait
Houthi control of Bab al-Mandeb chokes Suez Canal revenues, triggers refugee flows, and exposes regional security gaps.…
Trump says Northern Ireland joining Ireland only natural
The US president was speaking at the Irish Open on Sunday and said "many people agree" with his comments.…
US Open men’s singles final live: Alexander Zverev vs Ben Shelton
Follow our live build-up, predictions, score, match photos and text commentary stream of the men's final in New York.…
More than 2,000 Yemenis flee to Djibouti amid Houthi advances
Escalating fighting along Yemen’s western coast has driven more than 2,000 Yemenis across the Red Sea to Djibouti.…
Russian drone hits Kyiv-Warsaw passenger train near Polish border
No casualties reported as Ukraine’s foreign minister says ‘Putin’s terror knocking directly on doors of EU and Nato’A passenger train travelling from …
Antonelli wins as Norris loses out under virtual safety car
Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli wins the Spanish Grand Prix after McLaren's Lando Norris loses out because of the bad timing of a virtual safety car.…
Iran-GCC summit: What’s behind the meeting, why is Bahrain not attending?
Iran says it plans to hold talks with Iraq and Gulf nations in Oman to help strengthen shared regional security.…
US embassy child abuse images suspect flown from UK before police interview
The individual worked at the US embassy in Vauxhall, south London, had diplomatic protection, despite not being a diplomat.…
Villagers in India tie technician to cell tower over 5G failure
Villagers in India tie technician to cell tower over 5G failure…
Andy Burnham among Great North Run finishers
This year's event sees 63,000 people take on the half marathon - including the prime minister.…
LIVE: Manchester United vs Manchester City – Premier League
Follow updates from our live text commentary stream coverage as Bruno Fernandes and Erling Haaland star in the derby.…
Surging inflation puts interest rates back in focus as policymakers meet in Japan, US and UK
Iran war and turbulent global bond markets add to pressure as rate decisions loom this week in major western economiesEconomics viewpoint: perilous UK…
The Houthis’ escalation in Yemen could flop
The Houthis and Iran are seeking to gain leverage, but they may instead get a unified front in the Red Sea.…
The Iran war reveals the limits of BRICS
The bloc struggles to translate its economic weight into geopolitical sway. But there may be a silver lining to it.…
Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor: the future according to end times fascism
In a new video, Klein and Taylor outline a ominous evolution taking shape on the far right – and how to stay loyal to this planet and each otherThe en…
Ukraine drone strikes kill four as Russia attacks close to Poland border
Russia says four people killed in Ukrainian strikes as both sides continue to attack each other with waves of drones.…
How Israel’s destruction of south Lebanon is making displacement permanent
With lost livelihoods, destroyed homes and little security, many displaced Lebanese are facing an entrenched reality.…
Renewed fighting worsens Yemen’s humanitarian crisis
Renewed fighting worsens Yemen’s humanitarian crisis…
Pressure builds in Spain to deny US extradition request for leftwing donor
Key government meeting this month will consider US bid to try James ‘Fergie’ Chambers over alleged support for HamasAttorneys for James “Fergie” Chamb…
BRICS summit 2026: What are the key takeaways?
The 11-nation bloc avoids condemning the US-Israel war on Iran, showing the divisions among the members.…
India vs Sri Lanka live: Asia Cup final
Follow our live build-up, team news, predictions, scores, photos and text commentary stream from the final in Dubai.…
Iran war reshapes Brics ties but also exposes divisions
Brics members agree they need a new global order but it's harder to answer what should replace it and how to get there.…
Will Reform Have To Give Their Mega Donations Back?
The government is trying to change the law but will it affect Reform’s record donations?…
Philippines set for historic vote in Bangsamoro after decades of conflict
Philippines set for historic vote in Bangsamoro after decades of conflict…
A dignified life is a ‘distant dream’ for many Iranian families amid US war
With constant degredation and no real prospects of improvement in the foreseeable future, Iranians are losing hope.…
'Slim chance' government will hit 1.5m new homes target, Rayner tells BBC
High construction costs and the Iran war are threatening the key manifesto pledge, the housing secretary says.…
Israeli attack on Gaza kills two Palestinians
Israeli strikes on Palestinian territory persist despite a 'ceasefire' brokered by the United States.…