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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How does a safe zone in Lebanon become a target three times?
Three times in three decades, Qana's shelters were bombed. AJLabs tracks a village the Israeli military keeps hitting.…
Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% as inflation fears mount
Split vote comes as Iran war is rekindled and oil price climbs back above $90 a barrelBusiness live – latest updatesThe Bank of England has kept UK in…
Holidaymakers warned about 'explosive diarrhoea' cyclospora parasite infection
The UK is seeing a sharp rise in cases - 67 since April - with many of them among travellers returning from Mexico.…
First Thing: US government borrowing costs hit new high as strikes on Iran resume
The Federal Reserve votes to hold its key interest rate steady, sending stocks tumbling. Plus: the origins of Coca-Cola may have been found Good morni…
Poland says Russian missile breaches NATO airspace
Poland says a Russian missile landed inside Polish territory, breaching NATO airspace during a Russian attack on Ukraine…
Why is Saudi Arabia forming a coalition to protect the Red Sea?
The alliance aims to defend shipping from attacks by Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen.…
Several children killed and wounded in Israeli attacks across Gaza
Israeli strikes hit multiple areas across Gaza overnight, including tents sheltering displaced families in al-Mawasi.…
Israeli raids and settler attacks intensify across the occupied West Bank
Israeli raids and settler attacks intensify across the occupied West Bank…
Let them eat SUVs: Trump White House orders fleet of luxury cars as Americans struggle
Americans are facing a deepening affordability crisis but at least Trump and co have ... 250 new Cadillac EscaladesThis was originally published in Th…
Nearly 3,000 heat-related deaths during summer heatwaves, UKHSA estimates
The agency said its preliminary date suggests "it is likely that 2026 could see the highest number of heat-associated deaths on record", following wee…
Mountaineer who began fossil hunting after near-death experience discovers rare 'sea dragon'
Matthew Myerscough swapped mountains for fossil-laden beaches after becoming trapped in snow on Yr Wyddfa.…
From Toronto to Damascus: Syrians return home aiming to rebuild country
Families like the Tasabehjis aim to rebuild Syria, fostering community and hope despite economic and social challenges.…
Fleming new England Test coach with Root captain
Former New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming is appointed as England Test coach, with Joe Root as captain.…
Olivia Dean nominated and Lily Allen snubbed in Mercury Prize list
This year's best album shortlist includes several returning nominees - but Lily Allen misses out.…
US hits multiple targets in Iran as IRGC pledges retaliation: What we know
Jordan said it intercepted missiles shortly after the US struck Iranian sites including Qeshm and Bushehr.…
Russian strikes across Ukraine kill at least 8 civilians and wound dozens
The blitz expanded Russia's almost daily bombardment of Ukrainian cities as Moscow apparently looked to exploit Kyiv's critical shortage of Western-su…
Missile that left crater deep inside Poland was probably Russian, Polish PM says
The unidentified object caused a 10m-wide (33ft) crater a short distance from the village of Tarnawa Kolonia, about 100km from the border with Ukraine…
MI5 agent murder report led to secret police phone checks
BBC tribunal win reveals new information about hidden data collection.…
Photos: Zelenskyy urges ‘protection of life’ amid deadly Russian attacks
Russia launches more than 70 missiles and 280 drones in a major attack on Ukraine that kills at least 14 people.…
Thousands evacuated in Crete as European wildfires continue to rage
Strong winds have fanned the flames in the Rethymno region as wildfires continue to ravage the Greek island.…
South Africa’s le Clos breaks Commonwealth Games medal record
South Africa took bronze in the men’s 4x100 medley relay for Chad le Clos's record 21st Commonwealth Games medal.…
Man who stabbed author Salman Rushdie convicted of ‘terrorism’ charges
US court finds attacker, who is already serving a 25-year prison sentence, guilty of additional charges over 2022 assault.…
Apartheid wealth cannot buy silence on Gaza
South African universities must resist donors who use financial power to impose political obedience.…
U.S. resumes strikes on Iran in retaliation for attack on American troops
The U.S. said it had struck "dozens" of targets belonging to Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps. The multiple flare-ups, after several days of relative …
Digital habits that rob attention and energy — and how to combat them
There's a reason why double- or triple-screening your devices makes you feel tired, says NPR's Manoush Zomorodi. She explains the science of informati…
Congress hasn't passed AI rules for schools. So these 98 teens did it themselves
Should students be allowed to use AI on assignments? What about on tests? Who should teach AI literacy? About 100 teenagers got together to try to dec…
Messi returns to MLS training 10 days after World Cup final heartbreak
Lionel Messi returns to Inter Miami after Argentina's World Cup final defeat by Spain, which led to retirement rumours.…
In the waters off Malaysia, Iranian oil sales continue despite blockade
A large anchorage area off the coast of Malaysia is a major marketplace for sanctioned oil.…
Can the UN’s Refugee Convention survive?
The 1951 UN Refugee Convention marks its 75th anniversary this week but is facing anti-migration sentiment in the West.…
India’s arms sale to Israel risks complicity in Gaza genocide, Amnesty says
Rights group says India continues to support the Israeli military despite genocide 'broadcast worldwide on daily basis'.…