Conflict
Coverage of Conflict in the Nexus archive.
- Ukraine launches one of its largest aerial attacks of the conflict, killing at least 6 people across Russia
Ukraine launched one of its largest aerial attacks of the conflict. The attack resulted in the death of at least six people across Russia.
- There is no negotiating with Iran — Trump must stop trying
Iran is described as the root cause of conflict throughout the Middle East. The article advises that there should be no negotiations with Iran, urging both Trump and The White House to stop trying.
- Thousands flee yearslong drought in Somalia as hunger deepens and aid shrinks
Thousands are fleeing Somalia due to a deepening humanitarian emergency caused by years of drought, conflict, and economic pressures. The crisis is pushing families from rural areas into displacement camps as hunger rises and available humanitarian funding shrinks.
- How Ukrainian drone expertise is helping Colombian narcos
Unmanned aerial vehicles have altered the course of a South American nation's decades-long armed conflict. Currently, Ukrainian drone expertise is reportedly being utilized by Colombian narcos.
- Myanmar's conflict tops 100,000 dead as junta benefits from world's inattention
Myanmar's conflict has surpassed 100,000 deaths since a 2021 military coup ousted Aung San Suu Kyi's government. The junta is benefiting from global inattention as world isolation of the regime begins to break down.
- US and Iran having 'very good discussions', Trump says
U.S. President Donald Trump stated his administration had 'very good discussions' with Iran during all-day negotiations, raising hopes for an end to a five-month conflict. Market reactions followed, with oil prices falling and Asian stocks rising due to expectations of a deal restoring traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Afghanistan's child deaths are rising as food distributions face cuts, UN says
Child malnutrition in Afghanistan has reached critical levels in a third of provinces, with 142 health centers closed in 2025 due to aid cuts, leaving over 13,000 children without nutrition treatment. The UN World Food Program warns of rising child deaths and a $540 million funding gap to address the crisis, driven by conflict, unemployment, and disrupted supply chains.
- 'Uncertainty is almost worse than war': In Dubai's financial sector, fear of drawn-out conflict grows
In Dubai's financial sector, growing fear of a prolonged conflict has heightened uncertainty. The article highlights concerns about the economic impact of unresolved tensions.
- Uncertainty on Iranians’ minds as Trump fluctuates on war and talk
Iranians are experiencing uncertainty and pressure due to the US president's inconsistent comments on potential conflict and negotiations.
- Oil prices plummet as Trump calls off Iran strike and restarts talks
Oil prices dropped following President Trump's decision to cancel an Iran strike and resume discussions. The move comes after Iran and other nations urged a pause in attacks amid a five-month conflict.
- Trump's on-again-off-again war against Iran: in his own words
Donald Trump's public statements about military action against Iran have shifted repeatedly since February 28, oscillating between aggressive threats of strikes and sudden pauses. He has threatened to attack Iran's power plants, oil infrastructure, and civilian targets, later retracting these claims or extending deadlines for diplomatic resolutions. Conflicts escalated and de-escalated multiple times, with an interim deal signed in June followed by renewed attacks in July.
- Iran: The Making of a War
The article examines how decades of rivalries and miscalculations have contributed to the ongoing dangerous war involving Iran, tracing its origins from a coup to current conflicts.
- Lebanese who fled the Israeli invasion visit to see what's left
Residents of the ancient town of Nabatiyeh in southern Lebanon, who fled the Israeli invasion, are returning to assess the damage from the latest conflict. The town has faced past wars but is now enduring a new Israeli-Israeli conflict that is testing their resilience.
- Ebola outbreak in DRC the fastest growing in the history of the virus
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has become the fastest-growing in the virus's history, with 3,360 confirmed cases and 1,487 deaths recorded. A vaccine against the Bundibugyo strain may take months to deploy, and conflict in affected areas is hindering health responses.
- Inside the Saudi-Houthi conflict as fighting between the sides heats up
The conflict between Saudi Arabia and Houthi fighters is escalating due to a new wave of attacks. CBS News reporter Courtney Kealy analyzes the situation.
- Africa: Better Parenting Starts With Knowing What Works. We Tested a Project in 8 African Countries
A project was tested in 8 African countries to improve parenting practices amid challenges like poverty, unemployment, conflict, displacement, illness, and climate shocks. Caregivers in these conditions often receive minimal support.
- The Ban: A censorship loophole during the conflict in Northern Ireland
The British government banned the voices of republican leaders in Northern Ireland during the conflict, creating a censorship loophole. This action is highlighted as a censorship saga.
- Closer ties and easier travel: Israel eyes pre-war tourist levels from India by 2027
Israel aims to restore pre-war tourist levels from India by 2027 through closer ties and easier travel. The country experienced a strong tourism recovery post-pandemic before the conflict disrupted growth, according to Israel Ministry of Tourism Director Amruta Bangera.
- Pentagon website "anomalies" that removed names of 4 killed in Iran war remain
The Pentagon website, last updated on July 22, still shows only 14 killed in the conflict as of Friday, omitting the names of 4 individuals killed in the Iran war due to 'anomalies' that remain unresolved.
- Here’s what each additional month of Iran-conflict disruption means for oil prices
JPMorgan analysts noted that oil prices have remained restrained despite new hostilities in the Iran war, with China's role being a key factor in the market's response.
- Belarusian opposition leader on the struggle for democracy
Belarus is central in Russia’s conflict with Ukraine due to its borders and President Alexander Lukashenko’s ties to Putin. Opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya discusses the nation’s challenges and hopes for democracy.
- To the Ukrainians, Zelensky is Not a Hero, Just a Politician | Stefan Korshak
Ukraine's Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov was dismissed, sparking nationwide protests. The sacking is viewed as a political misstep by President Volodymyr Zelensky due to a reported conflict with top commander Oleksandr Syrskyi.
- Congo's Ebola Outbreak Tops 1,000 Deaths
More than 1,000 people have died in the Ebola outbreak in Congo, according to Africa's top health body. The outbreak is the fastest in history, driven by conflict, community resistance, and an uneven response.
- Lebanon proposes $1mn ‘golden visa’ for low-tax residency
Lebanon has proposed a $1 million 'golden visa' offering low-tax residency. The initiative faces skepticism amid the country's ongoing conflict and economic crisis.
- State Department warns Americans flights may be canceled amid escalating Iran conflict as it issues worldwide travel caution
The U.S. State Department has warned Americans that flights may be canceled due to escalating tensions with Iran and issued a worldwide travel caution amid the conflict.
- East Africa: Africa's Greater Horn Region Is Facing a Looming Polycrisis Fueled By Conflict, Prices, Climate and Disease
The Greater Horn of Africa is facing a potential multicountry polycrisis driven by conflict, rising prices, climate impacts like El Niño, and disease. These factors are compounding existing regional challenges, creating a complex and escalating situation.
- Turmoil reigns in Kyiv after Zelenskyy ousts popular defense minister over conflict with top general
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy replaced defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov with spy chief Yevhenii Khmara amid a conflict between Fedorov and Army Commander Oleksandr Syrskyi. Fedorov accused Syrskyi of blocking reforms and favoring traditional military methods, while Syrskyi criticized Fedorov for undermining unity.
- Africa: Global Childhood Immunization Coverage Inches Forward Despite Conflict and Hesitancy - Unicef, WHO
In 2025, 90% of infants globally received at least one DTP vaccine dose, with 85% completing the full series, according to a WHO-UNICEF report. The progress occurred despite challenges like conflict and vaccine hesitancy.
- Somalia: UN Issues Appeal for Drought, Conflict-Hit Somalia
The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has issued an urgent appeal for Somalia due to drought, conflict, and funding gaps causing severe food and water shortages for millions.
- The Memo: Trump escalates on Iran, but critics don’t see a strategy
President Trump is increasing hostilities with Iran, but critics argue that renewed U.S. military action lacks a clear strategy to alter the conflict's trajectory. Concerns exist that such actions could deepen U.S. involvement in an issue that remains unpopular with the American public as the 2024 election approaches.
- ‘We are the lost generation of Sudan’: Students in exile
Years of conflict in Sudan have caused thousands of students to struggle with continuing their education while in exile. The title highlights the sense of loss among Sudanese students displaced by the ongoing conflict.
- What if Berlin needs its bunkers back?
After the Cold War, public air-raid shelters in Berlin were repurposed into nightclubs and galleries. Rising anxiety over potential conflict is now prompting questions about their future use.
- Trump says 11 jets downed during India-Pakistan hostilities last year
Trump claimed 11 planes were shot down during the India-Pakistan conflict and suggested it could have become nuclear. India denied any third-party involvement in the hostilities.
- UK scientists propose tiny satellites to sniff out nuclear weapons in space
UK scientists are proposing the use of tiny satellites to detect nuclear weapons in space. The initiative aims to address the risk of conflict in increasingly crowded Earth orbits.
- Conflict, climate change, cash-strapped: Why poverty persists
A new report highlights that conflict, climate change, and financial constraints are major obstacles to achieving the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, which aim to end poverty. The report also outlines potential solutions to address these challenges.
- Nigeria: Hunger in Northern Nigeria Reaches Worst Levels in Nearly a Decade, WFP Says
Over 17 million people in nine conflict-affected states in northern Nigeria face severe hunger, according to the UN's WFP, which attributes the crisis to violence and funding cuts. Some displaced individuals are fleeing to neighboring Benin.
- Hardcore History’s DanCarlin Explains: Where Do We Go From Here?
This Independence Day marks the 250th anniversary of America. Dan Carlin, host of Hardcore History, joins Max Chafkin on the Everybody's Business podcast to discuss whether the U.S. has faced similar polarization and conflict before.
- Iran needs to 'normalise relations with the US somehow' to save economy, expert says
An Iranian expert stated that Iran needs to 'normalise relations with the US somehow' to address its struggling economy, which has been impacted by ongoing conflict with the US and Israel. The country is holding funeral ceremonies for its late supreme leader Ali Khamenei.
- Togo's parliamentary reforms: unconstitutional
Togo's switch to a parliamentary system is under scrutiny after a regional court ruled the reforms unconstitutional. Lake Tana in Ethiopia is impacted by conflict, and archaeologists are working to preserve ancient ruins in Cyrene and Apollonia threatened by conflict and natural disasters.
- On Trump shouting match, Sen. Bill Cassidy says, "Unfortunately, I raised my volume to match his"
Sen. Bill Cassidy had a shouting match with President Trump in a private meeting, criticizing the administration's honesty about a conflict.