The US launched airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Nigeria on Christmas Day, with officials warning of further action. Nigerian authorities confirm joint operations and intelligence sharing. Read the latest.
Saudi Arabia launches airstrikes near UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council forces in Yemen's Hadramaut, escalating tensions over control of oil-rich regions. Read the latest on the crisis.
The US carried out precision airstrikes against Islamic State militants in north-west Nigeria on Christmas Day. President Trump confirmed the action, citing the group's targeting of Christians. Read the full report.
The US has conducted deadly airstrikes against Islamic State militants in Nigeria, coordinated with the Nigerian government. President Trump said the action was a response to the targeting of Christians. Read the latest developments.
Donald Trump announces US military strikes on Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria. The operation, coordinated with Nigerian authorities, follows accusations of attacks on Christian communities.
The United States has conducted coordinated airstrikes against Islamic State militants in northwest Nigeria. President Trump called the targets 'scum' for targeting Christians. Read the latest developments.
The US has launched airstrikes against Islamic State militants in Nigeria's Soboto state at the request of Nigerian authorities. President Trump announced the 'powerful and deadly' strikes on Truth Social.
The White House directs the US military to enforce a two-month oil 'quarantine' on Venezuela, escalating economic pressure on President Maduro. Read the latest on this strategic shift.
Israeli airstrikes targeted Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon, violating a year-long ceasefire. Tensions rise as a deadline for Lebanese state disarmament of the group approaches. Read the latest.
US forces intercept another Venezuelan oil tanker near its coast. President Trump escalates pressure on Maduro, refusing to rule out military conflict. Read the latest developments.
American forces have seized a second sanctioned oil tanker near Venezuela as part of a major naval build-up. President Trump announces a total blockade. Read the latest.
The US military has conducted large-scale airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Syria, a retaliatory move following an attack that killed two soldiers and an interpreter. Defence Secretary Hegseth calls it a 'declaration of vengeance'.
The US military has launched extensive airstrikes against ISIS targets in Syria, in retaliation for an attack that killed three American citizens. Read the latest developments.
China's foreign minister has accused the US of 'unilateral bullying' over its military blockade of Venezuela. Read the latest on the escalating crisis in the Caribbean.
Donald Trump announces a complete blockade of Venezuelan oil exports, triggering protests in Caracas and a spike in global oil prices. Analysis of the escalating crisis.
President Trump announces a complete naval blockade on Venezuela's oil tankers, escalating tensions in the Caribbean. Get the latest on this major geopolitical development.
Thailand has conducted airstrikes against Cambodia in a major escalation of a long-running border dispute. One Thai soldier killed, thousands evacuated. Read the latest.
Thai military jets strike Cambodian positions in a disputed border region, escalating a long-standing territorial dispute. Tensions flare as both sides claim sovereignty.
A US-brokered ceasefire in Gaza has failed to stop the bloodshed, with over 360 Palestinians killed since October. Families remain trapped in dire conditions as Israel's 'yellow line' hardens into a permanent partition. Read the full report.
A Pentagon report finds Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth violated policy by sharing Yemen strike details on Signal, endangering US forces. Calls for his resignation grow.
Donald Trump reportedly demanded Nicolás Maduro relinquish power and leave Venezuela immediately in a tense phone call. Explore the escalating US pressure campaign and Maduro's defiant response.
Pope Leo brings plea for Christian-Muslim coexistence to Lebanon, a nation reeling from economic crisis and conflict. Read his powerful message of hope.
As Gaza ceasefire falters, Israeli strikes intensify in Lebanon and Syria. New report details mounting casualties, displacement, and allegations of war crimes across the region. Read the full analysis.
Pope Leo XIV delivers a powerful speech in Beirut, urging Lebanon's leaders to prioritise peace amidst regional conflict and Israeli airstrikes. Read his urgent message.
Venezuela condemns Trump's airspace closure as illegal aggression. Tensions escalate over US drug trafficking claims and Operation Southern Spear. Read the latest.
Venezuela suspends deportation flights after Trump's airspace warning, calling it a 'colonialist threat'. Read the latest on escalating US-Venezuela tensions.
US President Donald Trump declares complete closure of airspace above and surrounding Venezuela amid growing tensions with Nicolas Maduro over drug trafficking allegations.
US President Donald Trump announces complete closure of Venezuela airspace amid escalating anti-drug offensive. Airlines warned as tensions rise between nations.
Donald Trump announces complete closure of airspace above and surrounding Venezuela, escalating pressure on the government. Read the latest developments.
The Guardian addresses key corrections: Israeli airstrikes caused Iranian casualties, not US, and clarifies agency staff roles in Birmingham bin strike. Read the full details and how to submit complaints.