How does targeting water supply during war worsen the scarcity crisis?
We explore why water infrastructure is increasingly being targeted in the midst of war and conflict.
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‘Clearly stronger’: Germany’s Merz says Iran ‘humiliated’ US in its war
German chancellor warns the US risks becoming bogged down in another quagmire similar to Iraq and Afghanistan.
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Have US-Iran talks failed? Why no deal yet doesn’t mean diplomacy is dead
US-Iran diplomacy in a deadlock, but analysts say both sides are unlikely to return to fighting.
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Lebanon cannot be bombed into sovereignty
A sovereign Lebanon and a demilitarised Hezbollah cannot be achieved without a credible political transition.
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PSG vs Bayern Munich: Champions League – preview, team news, start, lineups
Bayern travel to face defending champions PSG in Paris for the first-leg of a blockbuster Champions League semifinal.
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Mbappe could miss El Clasico after Real Madrid confirm thigh injury
French striker doubtful after sustaining an injury to the semitendinosus muscle in his left leg, his club says.
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Fighting over access to water in Chad kills at least 42, army intervenes
Dispute over water spirals into reprisal attacks, government says situation is 'under control'.
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Varoufakis on Palantir, AI warfare, and the rise of tech lordism
Yanis Varoufakis speaks to Redi Tlhabi about Palantir's new manifesto, AI weapons, and big tech's ideological drive.
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Somalia hunger crisis worsens as drought displaces more than 500,000 people
In Somalia, displaced communities face starvation as humanitarian funds decrease, leaving them without assistance or hope.
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World Cup 2026 prize money, fees to be increased for all teams: FIFA
Football's global governing body promises to increase funding for the tournament to help cover participation costs.
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Dynamic pricing adding to ‘dystopian’ 2026 World Cup, ex-Liverpool CEO says
Peter Moore accuses FIFA of undermining the spirit of the World Cup through extortionate ticket prices and greed.
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Iran’s foreign minister in Russia for talks
Iran’s foreign minister in Russia for talks
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Russia attacks Odesa, claims Ukraine hit Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant
Ukrainian attack on captured Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant kills one worker, according to managers installed by Russia.
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North Korea opens museum commemorating troops killed fighting for Russia
Russia and North Korea deepen ties with plans for military cooperation and a symbolic memorial museum in Pyongyang.
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The war on Iran is eroding nuclear non-proliferation
US-Israeli attacks on Iran under the pretext of ending a nuclear weapons programme are damaging confidence in the NPT.
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Questions over Trump’s security after shooting at press gala
After gunshots echoed at this year’s Correspondents' dinner, security measures for President Trump came under scrutiny.
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Iran’s top diplomat visits Russia as part of efforts to end the war
Pakistan and Oman remain involved in backchannel efforts to prevent a return to open US-Israel war on Iran.
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War and neglect fuel deadly measles epidemic in Sudan’s Darfur
Measles kills 70 in East Darfur's Labado in a few weeks as healthcare collapse leaves families without medicines.
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‘I have to protect them’: The man guarding Mauritania’s rare Islamic books
Chinguetti was once a popular desert library town attracting scholars from the Muslim world to its precious collections.
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ACL injury ends Xavi Simons’ World Cup 2026 dream with the Netherlands
Dutch midfielder suffers an ACL injury to his right knee, ending his chances of playing in the FIFA World Cup.
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Iran war: What’s happening on day 59 amid diplomatic push to end conflict?
Iran discusses diplomatic solutions with regional partners as Trump says Iran could telephone if it wants to talk.
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Zaragoza goalkeeper punches player, sparks brawl in La Liga 2 derby match
Real Zaragoza's Esteban Andrada faces a ban for punching Huesca's Jorge Pulido after being shown a red card.
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King Charles US visit: What to know about the itinerary, Congress address
King Charles III and Queen Camilla’s visit comes amid US–UK tensions and the 250th anniversary of US independence.
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Activists accused of raiding Israeli weapons factory face trial in Germany
Five European nationals known as the 'Ulm Five' are said to have targeted a site linked to Elbit Systems.
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Rockets thrash LeBron’s Lakers; Wembanyama triumphant on Spurs’ return
Spurs beat Trail Blazers 114–93 series lead as DPOY Wembanyama returns from concussion protocol.
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