NewsNewsIsrael-Gaza WarIsrael tells Gaza ceasefire negotiators to resume workThe US president welcomes the decision, which came after Hamas reportedly dropped a key demand.15 mins agoMiddle EastHezbollah fires 200 rockets and drones into IsraelHezbollah launched the barrage in response to Israel's killing of one of its senior commanders.2 hrs agoMiddle EastIsrael orders Palestinians to leave southern Gaza area after rocket firePeople have been fleeing in darkness after being told to leave areas east of Khan Younis.3 days agoMiddle EastIsrael releases head of Gaza's al-Shifa hospital after seven monthsIsraeli political leaders react with fury as Dr Mohammed Abu Salmiya is freed and returns to Gaza.3 days agoMiddle EastMore wounded Palestinians tell BBC the Israeli army forced them on to jeepTwo more Palestinian men tell the BBC they were shot and forced on to the bonnet of an Israeli jeep.4 days agoMiddle EastHezbollah fires 200 rockets and drones into IsraelHezbollah launched the barrage in response to Israel's killing of one of its senior commanders.2 hrs agoMiddle EastHamas faces growing public dissent as Gaza war erodes supportPalestinians in Gaza are openly criticising the armed group both on the streets and online.9 hrs agoMiddle EastEx-officials say Gaza policy has put US at risk A joint statement by 12 former officials says US policy on Gaza has "put a target on America’s back".2 days agoWorldIsrael orders Palestinians to leave southern Gaza area after rocket firePeople have been fleeing in darkness after being told to leave areas east of Khan Younis.3 days agoMiddle EastThe key issues explainedWhere 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 EastSix 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 EastGaza 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 EastWhat 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 EastAnalysisGaza: Long campaign by Israel may follow warThe most intense fighting could be ending, but Gaza could see Israeli action for a long time to come.7 days agoMiddle EastIsrael conscription rule stokes ultra-Orthodox furyBut the move marks a significant step towards resolving one of Israel's most divisive issues.3 days agoMiddle EastInside Gaza aid depot: Food waits as Israel and UN trade blameBBC sees hundreds of pallets of food sitting in the sun, just miles from starving Palestinians.21 Jun 2024Middle EastIsrael and Hezbollah play with fire as fears grow of another warOn Israel's northern border, the line between deterrence and desire for war is getting harder to see.19 Jun 2024Middle EastMilitary ‘pause’ on Gaza road inflames divisions in Israeli governmentThe announcement of a "local, tactical pause" in fighting triggered a furious response from far-right ministers.16 Jun 2024Middle EastHuman storiesGaza: A mother's desperate plea to feed her babyGazans are facing food shortages, as the WHO warns thousands of children are acutely malnourished.18 Jun 2024Middle East'I don't believe in peace now,' released Gaza hostage tells BBCAda Sagi says her ordeal destroyed her belief that peace is possible between Israelis and Palestinians.19 Jun 2024Middle EastWhy 800 people fled a sun-kissed Mediterranean villageMost of Alma al-Shaab in southern Lebanon has fled after heavy Israeli bombardment.15 Jun 2024Middle East'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.12 Jun 2024Middle EastStories of the hostages taken by Hamas from IsraelIt is thought 116 Israelis and foreigners remain unaccounted for after the 7 October attacks.3 days agoMiddle EastLatest updates15 mins agoIsrael tells Gaza ceasefire negotiators to resume workThe US president welcomes the decision, which came after Hamas reportedly dropped a key demand.15 mins agoMiddle East4 hrs agoUniversity and student in court fight over protestThe University of Birmingham is seeking a court order against a pro-Palestinian protest camp.4 hrs agoBirmingham & Black Country9 hrs agoHamas faces growing public dissent as Gaza war erodes supportPalestinians in Gaza are openly criticising the armed group both on the streets and online.9 hrs agoMiddle East15 hrs agoAustralian Senator resigns after Gaza vote backlashFatima Payman has left the Labor party, after being penalised for supporting a vote on Palestinian statehood.15 hrs agoAustralia1 day agoIsraeli strike kills senior Hezbollah commander in LebanonHezbollah says it launched 100 rockets at Israel in response to the death of Mohammed Nasser.1 day agoMiddle East1 day agoPolice arrest 14 protesters in drone parts factory blockadeThales has denied it supplies components for drones used by the Israeli military in Gaza.1 day agoGlasgow & West Scotland1 day agoGazans seek shelter as Khan Younis exodus continuesPalestinians continue to stream out of eastern Khan Younis in response to Israeli evacuation orders.1 day agoMiddle East2 days agoEx-officials say Gaza policy has put US at risk A joint statement by 12 former officials says US policy on Gaza has "put a target on America’s back".2 days agoWorld2 days agoHow big an issue is Gaza for voters in Bradford?BBC News speaks to people across the district to see how they feel ahead of the general election.2 days agoBradford