Gaza woman's two-year search for safety and home
Nour AbuShammala's story of six displacements, injury, and devastation in Gaza over two years of war. A powerful account of survival and the struggle to rebuild.
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Netanyahu says Gaza ceasefire plan phase one nearly done
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu states the first phase of a Gaza ceasefire plan is almost finished, as diplomatic efforts intensify. Read the latest developments on the potential truce.
Turkey: Disarming Hamas Not Priority for Gaza Force
Turkey's foreign minister states the primary task for a Gaza stabilisation force is to stop attacks, not disarm Hamas. Read the latest on the diplomatic stance.
Netanyahu says Gaza ceasefire first phase nearly complete
Israeli PM Netanyahu states the initial Gaza truce stage is ending, with disarmament of Hamas key for phase two. He will discuss plans with Donald Trump later this month. Read the latest developments.
Mediators: Israeli Troop Pullout Key to Gaza Peace Deal
Qatar and Egypt, key Gaza ceasefire guarantors, urge Israeli troop withdrawal and an international force deployment as the fragile peace plan reaches a critical juncture. Read the latest developments.
Syria accuses Israel of fighting 'ghosts' and breaking pact
Syria's interim president warns Israel's actions risk dangerous escalation, citing over 1,000 airstrikes and breaches of a 50-year disengagement deal. Read the full analysis.
Gaza journalist Plestia Alaqad on life under siege
Palestinian journalist Plestia Alaqad describes the suffocating reality of life in Gaza, where the world is shrinking for civilians trapped by conflict. Read her powerful testimony.
Gaza's 'Ceasefire' Sees 360+ Killed, Life Not Normal
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.
Gaza girl's vital brain operation after bombing
Maryam, 12, is one of few hundred patients allowed out of Gaza for critical care since October 2025. Read her story and the wider medical crisis.
Eurovision Crisis Over Israel's Inclusion
Eurovision faces its biggest crisis as Israel's participation in the 2025 contest causes a major rift, threatening the event's unity and future. Discover the full story.
Eurovision faces boycott over Israel's 2026 inclusion
The Eurovision Song Contest is facing a major rift as several countries threaten to boycott the 2026 event after Israel was cleared to compete. Explore the escalating political controversy.
Eurovision 2026 in Vienna to go ahead despite boycott
Austria confirms the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna will proceed as planned, despite a financial impact from a four-country boycott over Israel's participation. Key details inside.
Eurovision boycott: Four countries pull out over Israel
Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands and Slovenia boycott Eurovision 2025 over Israel's participation. Analysis compares this political crisis to the contest's 70-year history of boycotts.
Cartoon ignites debate on Netanyahu and Eurovision boycott
A new political cartoon by Martin Rowson criticises Benjamin Netanyahu's stance amid calls for an Israel Eurovision boycott. Explore the satire and its implications.
Eurovision's Israel decision triggers broadcaster boycotts
The EBU's decision to include Israel in Eurovision 2026 has led to boycotts from Spain, Ireland and others, leaving fans questioning the contest's founding values. Read the full analysis.
Gaza's Fragile Reality: Hope and Conflict Collide
A mass wedding in Khan Younis offered a glimpse of hope, but Gaza remains gripped by violence, quasi-anarchy, and Hamas's resurgence. Read the full analysis of the monumental obstacles to peace and aid.
Eurovision 2026 Boycott Over Israel Participation
Ireland, Spain and the Netherlands lead a growing boycott of Eurovision 2026 after Israel is allowed to compete. Read the full statements and see which other countries are joining.
Eurovision 2026: Israel allowed as major nations withdraw
Israel will compete in Eurovision 2026 after EBU members backed rule changes. Spain, Ireland, and the Netherlands have announced a boycott. Read the latest developments.
Three countries boycott Eurovision 2026 after Israel ruling
Ireland, Spain and the Netherlands will boycott Eurovision 2026 after the EBU cleared Israel to compete without a vote. Discover the fallout and new contest rules.
Israeli-backed Gaza militia leader killed in clan clash
Yasser Abu Shabab, commander of the Popular Forces, died from wounds after a violent clash. His death undermines Israel's efforts to build Palestinian proxies to confront Hamas in Gaza.
Mass Gaza wedding offers hope amid destruction
Fifty-four Palestinian couples married in a mass ceremony in Khan Younis, Gaza, organised by a charity. The event, held among war rubble, marks a poignant moment of resilience and new beginnings after two years of conflict.
Rafah Crossing to Open for Gaza Residents to Enter Egypt
Israel announces the Rafah border crossing will open imminently, allowing Gazans to cross into Egypt under a EU-supervised mechanism. Read the latest updates.
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe tells her prison story on BBC Two
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe recounts her six-year detention in Iran in a powerful BBC Two documentary, 'Prisoner 951: The Hostages' Story'. Discover her shocking experience and the wider political context.
Israel's military campaign expands across Lebanon and Syria
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.
Netanyahu asks Israeli president for corruption pardon
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu formally requests a presidential pardon for bribery and fraud charges, arguing it would serve national unity. The 111-page submission follows Donald Trump's intervention.
Gaza death toll exceeds 70,000 amid ongoing strikes
Palestinian health ministry reports death toll surpasses 70,000 in Gaza conflict. Two children killed in recent strikes as ceasefire violations continue. Read the latest developments.
UN: Israel has 'de facto state policy' of torture
A damning UN report accuses Israel of systematic torture against Palestinian detainees, including children. Read the full investigation into alleged war crimes and impunity.
Evidence Israel Backed Gaza Aid Looters, Historian Says
French historian Jean-Pierre Filiu presents convincing evidence that Israeli forces supported looters attacking Gaza aid convoys, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.
British national arrested in Lebanon for suspected spying
A British national was detained in Lebanon for allegedly spying for Israel after photographing defence ministry. Released after 12 days with UK Foreign Office support.
Young British Jews shifting support to Green Party
New research reveals a 900% surge in Green party support among young British Jews, driven by progressive values and Middle East policies. Explore the shifting political landscape.
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