Gaza ceasefire plan in balance as US says Hamas proposed 'changes'Secretary of State Antony Blinken tells the Palestinian group it is "time for the haggling to stop".11 hrs agoWorld
Hezbollah fires dozens of rockets into Israel after strike kills commanderIsrael's military says it struck southern Lebanon in response to the launches, which sparked fires.15 hrs agoMiddle East
UN 'shocked' at Israeli hostage rescue's impact on Gaza civiliansThe UN human rights office says Israeli forces' actions on Saturday could amount to war crimes.2 days agoMiddle East
How Gaza hostage raid ended with Israel striking crowded streetsAir strikes were called in after special forces became trapped, killing scores of Palestinians.3 days agoMiddle East
UN Security Council backs US Gaza ceasefire resolutionThe proposal sets out conditions for a "complete ceasefire" and the release of hostages held by Hamas.2 days agoMiddle East
Hezbollah fires dozens of rockets into Israel after strike kills commanderIsrael's military says it struck southern Lebanon in response to the launches, which sparked fires.15 hrs agoMiddle East
Israel, Hamas accused of war crimes in new UN reportBoth are accused of targeting civilian populations, while Israel is also accused of crimes against humanity.20 hrs agoMiddle East
Hamas seeks 'complete halt' to war in Gaza proposal responseThe group told the BBC that it still required a commitment to a permanent ceasefire.2 days agoMiddle East
UN 'shocked' at Israeli hostage rescue's impact on Gaza civiliansThe UN human rights office says Israeli forces' actions on Saturday could amount to war crimes.2 days agoMiddle East
The key issues explained
Where does Israel get its weapons?Israel's military is heavily reliant on imported aircraft and munitions to conduct its war in Gaza.15 Apr 2024Middle East
Six months on, how close is Israel to eliminating Hamas?BBC Verify assesses the evidence behind Israel's key war aim of destroying Hamas during its military operation in the Gaza Strip.6 Apr 2024Middle East
Gaza Strip in maps: How life has changedFind out how much has changed in the Gaza Strip since Israel began its military response to Hamas's attacks on 7 October.22 Mar 2024Middle East
What are the historical reasons behind the conflict?Tensions between Israel and the Palestinians date back decades, but what are the key issues?5 Apr 2024Middle East
Analysis
Netanyahu walks tightrope as US urges Gaza ceasefire dealSecretary of State Blinken's Middle East mission collides with Israeli politics, Jeremy Bowen says.3 days agoWorld
How Israel's hostage rescue in Gaza unfoldedFour Israeli hostages were rescued, with hospitals in Gaza saying scores of Palestinians were killed.4 days agoMiddle East
Mass graves and body bags: al-Shifa hospital after Israel withdrew its forcesThe BBC has gained insight into what al-Shifa hospital is like since Israeli forces withdrew. 5 Jun 2024
Gaza ceasefire plan turns into deadly game of survivalThe plan outlined by President Biden could end the war, but both sides want to get their way.4 Jun 2024Middle East
What does the ICJ's ruling on Israel's Rafah offensive mean?Last week the UN's top court delivered the latest in a series of contested rulings in a case brought by S Africa.28 May 2024World
Human stories
Parents of ex-hostage tell BBC of his 'miracle' returnEugenia and Michael Kozlov gave an emotional account of how they heard the news that their son was free.14 hrs agoMiddle East
Stories of the hostages taken by Hamas from IsraelIt is thought 116 Israelis and foreigners remain unaccounted for after the 7 October attacks.4 days agoMiddle East
'I cannot comprehend a future without him'James Kirby, 47,from Bristol, was one of seven aid workers killed in the attackin Gaza.14 May 2024Bristol
Rafah evacuation: 'Where will we go now?'Palestinians have begun leaving parts of Rafah after Israel urged 100,000 people to evacuate the city.6 May 2024Middle East
Latest updates
1 hr agoWhat could the G7 do about Ukraine and Gaza?Leaders of the G7, the world's richest nations, are meeting to discuss the wars in Gaza and Ukraine.1 hr agoWorld
5 hrs agoFreedom of speech talk disrupted by Gaza protestNorthumbria University is offering support to staff members who feel shaken following the protest.5 hrs agoTyne
11 hrs agoGaza ceasefire plan in balance as US says Hamas proposed 'changes'Secretary of State Antony Blinken tells the Palestinian group it is "time for the haggling to stop".11 hrs agoWorld
14 hrs agoParents of ex-hostage tell BBC of his 'miracle' returnEugenia and Michael Kozlov gave an emotional account of how they heard the news that their son was free.14 hrs agoMiddle East
14 hrs ago'Forced to speak in a whisper' - Hamas hostage's 'miracle' rescueAndrey Koslov believed Israeli forces might kill him but was part of a dramatic rescue operation instead.14 hrs agoMiddle East
15 hrs agoHezbollah fires dozens of rockets into Israel after strike kills commanderIsrael's military says it struck southern Lebanon in response to the launches, which sparked fires.15 hrs agoMiddle East
19 hrs agoUN confirms 13 staff detained by Houthis in YemenThe world body says it is pursuing all available channels to secure their personnel's safe release.19 hrs agoMiddle East
20 hrs agoIsrael, Hamas accused of war crimes in new UN reportBoth are accused of targeting civilian populations, while Israel is also accused of crimes against humanity.20 hrs agoMiddle East
2 days agoHamas seeks 'complete halt' to war in Gaza proposal responseThe group told the BBC that it still required a commitment to a permanent ceasefire.2 days agoMiddle East
