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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Thousands rally in London in support of Gaza, demand new PM take action
Demonstrators call on Andy Burnham to impose arms embargo on Israel and pressure its government to end genocide.…
All to know about Canadian wildfire smoke, air quality and World Cup final
A thunderstorm rolled through the region causing disruption, and a haze raised air quality concerns in New York City.…
Fleetwood still dreaming of winning an open Open
Local favourite Tommy Fleetwood is five shots behind Open leader Sam Burns after two late bogeys threaten to crush his Birkdale dreams.…
Why has the ‘ceasefire’ in Gaza failed to stop Israel’s attacks?
Palestinians who have endured Israel's genocidal war are still being targeted.…
Burnham to scrap Starmer’s digital ID scheme in ‘reset of priorities’
Incoming PM will reallocate unspecified resources from unpopular plan to helping with cost of livingAndy Burnham is expected to scrap Keir Starmer’s p…
Josh Kerr of Britain breaks 27-year-old world record in the mile
Kerr announced his bid to break the world record months in advance, and pulled off the plan in London on Saturday.…
Andy Burnham to scrap digital ID to focus on cost of living in first major policy pledge
A spokesperson for the incoming prime minister says his Government would “put its focus where people need it right now”.…
Drone video shows scale of major wildfire in northern Spain
Drone video shows the scale of a major wildfire in northern Spain where more than 150 square kilometres have burned…
Iran supreme leader warns of ‘unforgettable lessons’ if US attacks continue
Mojtaba Khamenei says Trump's signature is 'worthless' and that 'bullying' is a core element of US foreign policy.…
Russell 'infuriated' by straight-line issue that leaves him 'powerless'
George Russell says a "serious issue" with the straight-line performance of his Mercedes is making his title fight with Kimi Antonelli "impossible".…
Flash flood warnings strike north-east US amid wildfire smoke from Canada
Poor air quality from wildfires continues to plague New York City as neighborhoods hit by thunderstormsSaturday is delivering a double dose of dangero…
Damage visible at Iran bridges and water plant after US attacks
US strikes damaged bridges and a water desalination plant in Iran after a seventh straight night of attacks.…
New York’s Mamdani says looking into Netanyahu arrest during city visit
Mamdani had pledged to arrest Netanyahu during campaign for mayor and says he is consulting city's legal advisers.…
Israeli attacks on residential areas in Gaza kill eight
Attacks hit neighbourhoods in Gaza City far beyond the line Israeli forces are meant to hold under the ceasefire.…
Chelsea agree record £117m deal for Villa midfielder Rogers
Chelsea have agreed a club record £117m deal to sign England international midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa.…
US military says two service members killed in Iranian strike in Jordan
US and Iran have stepped up attacks in the last week, prompting alarm about return to full-scale war across the region.…
2 U.S. service members killed, 1 missing after Iranian attack in Jordan
Two U.S. service members were killed in action while "partner forces defended against Iranian ballistic missile and drone attacks," U.S. Central Comma…
Air quality improving in northeast, while wildfire smoke hangs over midwest
Wildfire smoke and unhealthy air persist and shift direction, as Trump demands explanation from Canada.…
UK’s Josh Kerr smashes longstanding world mile record in London
Kerr ran a 3:42.66 mile at the London Diamond League, smashing Hicham El Guerrouj’s world record by 0.47 seconds.…
Spain's final training session before World Cup final cancelled
Spain's final session before Sunday's World Cup final has been cancelled due to thunderstorms in New Jersey.…
Lebanon’s Aoun to meet Trump in Washington to discuss Israel talks
The Lebanese and US presidents are expected to discuss the ceasefire, southern Lebanon, and Israel’s withdrawal.…
South Africa ease to seven-try win over pointless Wales
South Africa ease to a seven-try bonus-point victory over Wales in the third round of the Nations Championship in Durban.…
France vs England LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 third-place playoff
Live coverage and text updates from our commentary stream of the Bronze Final as Mbappe's France play Kane's England.…
Two US troops killed and one missing in Jordan following Iran attack
The announcement comes after Jordan said it intercepted 10 Iranian missiles fired into its airspace overnight into Saturday.…
Armed groups attack Malian military convoy in Gao region
Mali says counterattack under way as rebels claim they inflicted 'human losses' and 'material damage' on troops.…
Woman killed while asleep with baby ‘was my world’, sister tells BBC
Kirandeep Kaur, killed as she slept with her baby and husband, leaves behind a 'devastated' family in India.…
What to expect after the US reimposes naval blockade on Iran’s ports?
Pressure is expected to build on the Iranian public, as well as global energy markets due to the US blockade.…
Belgium bans imports from Israeli settlements in occupied Palestine
The move comes as EU foreign ministers remain deadlocked over a bloc-wide ban on illegal settlement trade.…
Iran attacks US allies in Middle East in second week of renewed conflict
Kuwait says civilian sites and infrastructure targeted, Jordan downs missiles and sirens sound in Bahrain as Iran responds to US strikesIran launched …
Plumes of smoke rise over Kuwait after repeated Iranian attacks
Towering plumes of smoke rose over Kuwait after Iranian strikes hit multiple locations in Mangaf.…