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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Bosnian Serb nationalist claims party victory in Bosnia elections
Bosnian Serb nationalist Milorad Dodik claimed victory for his party in Bosnia’s elections.…
Potty training scheme to roll out to 20 more areas
The government wants 75% of children to end their first year of school with a good level of development by 2028.…
Yemen gov’t forces commence major combat operation against Houthis
Yemeni government forces have declared a ‘battle for liberation’ to retake remaining territory held by the Houthis.…
Forced to call him 'Dad': The trial over sexual abuse in a disabled care home that has shocked South Korea
The BBC spoke to one of three residents at a care home who were sexually assaulted by a staff member.…
Can the KKK find a new foothold in the US?
The infamous hate group is trying to rebrand itself as the 'Knights Party' in an attempt to grow its base.…
Brazil’s presidential race: Three key takeaways from the first round
Flavio Bolsonaro beat polling expectations as Brazil’s right gained ground, setting up October 25 run-off with Lula.…
Spitting allegations as Ireland and Israel fight out ill-tempered draw
Ireland and Israel drew 1-1 in a second ill-tempered Nations League match.…
One Nation to establish headquarters in multimillion-dollar Brisbane office bought by Gina Rinehart
Barnaby Joyce defends move, saying party will lease space from mining billionaire’s company at commercial ratesBarnaby Joyce says there’s no conflict …
Ethiopia’s forces retake Mekelle amid renewed Tigray fighting
The capture of Tigray’s regional capital revives fears of another prolonged conflict, displacement and crisis.…
Nearly 1,500 migrants arrive in Myanmar from Malaysia despite UN warnings
Malaysia continues mass refugee deportations despite warnings from the UN about unsafe conditions in an active war zone.…
Four African leaders issue joint declaration as Ethiopia war escalates
Egyptian, Eritrean, Somali and Sudanese leaders also call for talks to end the civil war in Sudan.…
Yemen’s Saudi-backed government launches military drive to retake all Houthi-held territory
The announcement came hours after Iranian-backed Houthis reportedly cut a vital supply route to besieged city of TaizYemen’s Saudi-backed government h…
Former Bachelor star Sam Wood charged with domestic violence
Fitness influencer, 46, faces court on Monday after his arrest in Noosa at the weekendThe fitness influencer and reality TV star Sam Wood has been cha…
Israel face spitting allegation as Ireland boss ‘delighted’ ties after over
Ireland manager says 'disciplinary committee will look at' allegations Israel player spat at one of his coaching staff.…
Iran war live: Yemen fighting intensifies; Tehran says ready for US attacks
Yemeni government announces major offensive against Houthis, as Iran says it is ready to defend itself if US attacks.…
Brazil's presidential race heads to Lula–Bolsonaro run-off as right gains ground
Now there are two: Brazil heads into a runoff after a first round that failed to fully energize voters, setting the stage for a more polarized contest…
The Papers: Badenoch's 'bonfire of green laws' and 'Drop in global dealmaking'
Monday's front pages include stories about Kemi Badenoch at the start of the Tory conference, plus reports on global finance , abuse in schools and a …
Cristiano Ronaldo can return to Portugal team if he wants, says Jesus
Ex-Manchester United and Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo left Portugal squad on Wednesday, but door open for return.…
Girl, 12, fatally shot in US during 'dispute over parking space'
Police in Baltimore have said the young girl was not a target of the shooting but was caught in the crossfire.…
Polls close in Brazil as Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro remain neck and neck
If no candidate gets more than 50% of the vote, the election will go to a run-off on 25 October.…
Brazil votes, with Lula facing Bolsonaro's son
In Brazil, President Lula da Silva faces Flávio Bolsonaro, son of the jailed former president, in a tight race. If neither wins more than half the vot…
US withdraws B-1 bomber aircraft from UK’s Fairford base amid Iran fears
The abrupt redeployment to the US comes after several 'terrorism-related' arrests were made outside RAF Fairford.…
Bellamy bemoans new schedule after Denmark loss
Craig Bellamy suggests the new four-match international window has counted against Wales after Sunday's Nations League defeat against Denmark.…
Nicaragua says it will withdraw from Central American Parliament
The Central American country' crackdown on human rights has left it increasingly isolated in Latin America.…
No other team should go through this - Hallgrimsson
Republic of Ireland manager Heimir Hallgrimsson says he is "delighted" this most trying of international windows is over and hopes "no national team t…
Man’s miraculous catch saves child after balcony fall in Egypt
Dramatic video shows a man in Egypt rushing and catching a child who fell from the second floor.…
Mysterious luminous object burns in the skies above Libya
A mysterious object has been filmed flying over Tripoli and western Libya, followed by reports of a loud explosion.…
Strikes by North Sea oil workers could ‘severely disrupt’ UK fuel supplies
Union says staff left with no choice but industrial action after breakdown in pay talks with Texas oil firm ApacheA looming strike by oil workers in t…
Ireland refuse handshake with Israel and don armbands in Nations League tie
Republic of Ireland football players again wear black armbands and refuse handshakes with Israel in UEFA Nations League.…
Ronaldo-less Portugal beat Norway 2-1 to reach Nations League quarterfinals
Holders Portugal are the first team to qualify for 2026-27 UEFA Nations League despite absence of Cristiano Ronaldo.…