The Latest Breaking News from World War Two

Hundreds forced to leave homes after suspected World War Two bomb discovered in Falmouth

The item, believed to be a 250kg American munition, was located in waters near Falmouth Docks

The Independent UK · Sep 23

Russia, China, Taiwan and Japan's World War Two legacy dispute

Russia's film screening in Taiwan has raised government concerns about China's narrative. The film focused on Japanese militarism and World War Two history. China views the war as a heroic struggle against Japanese aggression. Taiwan argues Beijing claims credit for a war fought before its founding. Disputes over historical interpretations…

The Economic Times · Sep 11

Taiwan Strait conflict could eclipse World War Two economic impact: US

A U.S. diplomat warned that Taiwan Strait conflict would impact the global economy more than World War Two. He stated the upcoming U.S.-China summit offers a chance to prevent miscalculations. Taiwan is enhancing its defense capabilities to deter potential threats from China. The island nation rejects Beijing's sovereignty claims and…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

Giorgia Meloni sets record for running longest-serving Italian government since World War Two

The Italian prime minister Giorgia Meloni was once an avid member of far-right parties but has softened her positions since in government

The Independent UK · Sep 3

World War Two memorial in Washington vandalised with bubbles and graffiti

The World War Two memorial in Washington was vandalised with soap and graffiti. Police and National Guard troops responded to the desecrated sacred place of remembrance. Investigators are working to identify the individuals responsible for this unacceptable act. The Interior Department stated the vandalism will not be tolerated by authorities.…

The Economic Times · Aug 14

Vladimir Putin visits disputed island near Japan, drawing Tokyo's ire

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited a disputed island near Japan on Thursday. This visit prompted strong condemnation from Tokyo, which cited the action as unacceptable. Ties between Moscow and Tokyo have soured significantly after Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The Russian and Chinese ambassadors pledged to oppose attempts to revise World…

The Economic Times · Aug 13

In 1943, a US Corsair ditched off the Solomon Islands; more than 80 years later, it sits upright 174 feet underwater as a living reef

Marine biologists are studying World War Two wrecks in the Pacific. These sunken aircraft have become artificial reefs, supporting diverse marine life. Decades-old wrecks provide hard surfaces for coral and sponge larvae to attach. Researchers observe these unintended reefs as vital for studying coral adaptability. The 'Koviki' Corsair wreck serves…

The Times of India · Aug 7

Trump says he is ‘not looking to kill people’ as he claims Iran peace deal is ‘imminent’

President Trump said that a halted strike on Iran would have been the ‘biggest attack since World War Two’

The Independent UK · Aug 3

Reform UK's 'reheated' Channel military operation slammed as legality questioned

Reform UK wants to launch “the largest military operation in the English Channel since World War Two” to stop small boat arrivals from France

The National (Scotland) · Aug 3

France will have to take migrants if they are picked up by Navy, says Zia Yusuf

Reform UK has called for ‘the largest military operation in the English Channel since World War Two’.

Evening Standard · Aug 3