Fierce fighting in northern Gaza as Israel defends itself at World Court
Israel defends the military necessity of its Gaza offensive at the International Court of Justice.
Fri May 17 2024
Fierce fighting in Gaza as war hits 100 days
The Israeli military says it has shifted to a new phase of the war, focused on the southern end of the territory.
Mon Jan 15 2024
Myanmar rebels capture provincial town as anti-junta offensive widens
The town fell after a small group of junta soldiers surrendered following fierce fighting, local media outlet Myanmar Now said.
Wed Nov 08 2023
Russia pushes to capture Ukraine's Soledar amid fierce fighting
Zelenskiy says no walls left standing in Soledar.
Tue Jan 10 2023
Ukraine ceasefire begins after fierce fighting in besieged town
A ceasefire agreed between Ukrainian forces and pro-Russian rebels seems to be holding after coming into force on Sunday.
Sun Feb 15 2015
Gaza: Seven weeks after the bombs
A ceasefire agreed to between Palestine and Israel brings to an end 50 days of fierce fighting in which more than 2,200 people were killed.
Wed Aug 27 2014
Dozens dead as Ukraine claims control of Donetsk airport
Ukraine said it had regained control of the airport in Donetsk a day after violence left dozens of people dead.
Tue May 27 2014
At least 700 reported killed in Syria - monitor
The Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights said at least 700 people have been killed in Syria rebel-jihadist battle.
Mon Jan 13 2014
South Sudan violence's prompted Americans and other foreigners evacuate
Fierce fighting in the South Sudan prompted the US to evacuate Americans and other foreigners.
Thu Dec 19 2013