Africa Shield: Why securing development is becoming a new security priority

As Africa industrialises, governments are working to keep sensitive materials out of the wrong hands.

Andy Burnham to become UK’s PM on Monday: What happens next?

Andy Burnham will become UK prime minister. Here's how the transition of power will unfold.

Andy Burnham to become UK’s PM on Monday: What happens next?

Andy Burnham will become UK prime minister. Here's how the transition of power will unfold.

US bombs Iran for ninth consecutive night as Hormuz tensions escalate

Iranian media report blasts in cities in the far north and far south, including Tabriz and Chabahar.

Spain fans hail new generation, as Argentina says goodbye to an icon

Revellers take to streets of New York following Spain's defeat of Argentina in Messi's likely final World Cup match.

Mbappe takes home second Golden Boot, Spain sweeps World Cup awards

While Ferran Torres orchestrated Spain's winning the ultimate prize, his teammates walk away with awards of their own.

US service member killed during detonation of Iranian drone in Iraq

A US soldier has been killed in northern Iraq during a controlled detonation of an Iranian downed drone.

Palestinians celebrate Spain’s World Cup victory

Palestinians across Gaza and the Occupied West Bank celebrated Spain’s World Cup victory.

Norway opens new memorial for victims of 2011 Breivik massacre

The artwork in the capital Oslo was unveiled on Sunday ahead of the 15th anniversary of the attack.

‘Everyone's afraid to die’: Struggle to recruit soldiers in Ukraine turns violent

Aggression against recruitment officers has become increasingly threatening, police say.