NewsNewsMiddle EastGaza medic detained during deadly Israeli attack released, Red Crescent saysAssad al-Nassasra was missing for weeks following last month's attack, in which 15 emergency workers were killed by Israeli troops.3 hrs agoMiddle EastIran blames 'negligence' for port blast as death toll rises to 70The interior minister said "some individuals deemed responsible" for Saturday's blast at Shahid Rajaee are being questioned.10 hrs agoMiddle EastUN's top court begins hearings on Israel's legal duties towards PalestiniansDozens of countries will give evidence at the ICJ hearings, which Israel has labelled a "circus".1 day agoWorldMourning turns to anger in Iran after massive port explosion kills 40A blame game begins amid reports solid fuel intended for ballistic missiles may have been improperly stored.2 days agoMiddle EastIsrael launches air strike on BeirutIsrael said it hit a Hezbollah missile store. The Lebanese presidency urged the US and France to press Israel to cease its attacks.2 days agoMiddle EastIran blames 'negligence' for port blast as death toll rises to 70The interior minister said "some individuals deemed responsible" for Saturday's blast at Shahid Rajaee are being questioned.10 hrs agoMiddle EastIsrael spy chief to step down after row with PM exposes deepening riftsPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Shin Bet head Ronen Bar accused each other of lies or inaccuracies in sworn depositions.22 hrs agoMiddle EastDozens of African migrants killed in US strike on Yemen, Houthis sayHouthi-run media report the bodies of 68 people have been recovered from a migrant detention centre in Saada.23 hrs agoWorldUN's top court begins hearings on Israel's legal duties towards PalestiniansDozens of countries will give evidence at the ICJ hearings, which Israel has labelled a "circus".1 day agoWorldQatar claims slight progress towards ceasefire in GazaBut the Qatari PM says there was still no "answer for the ultimate question: how to end this war".2 days agoMiddle EastUN agency runs out of food aid in Gaza after Israeli blockadeThe UN agency has delivered its last supplies to meals kitchens, which it warns will run out of food in the coming days.4 days agoMiddle EastIsrael's muted response to Pope Francis's death signals tensions over GazaIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office has sent condolences four days after the Pope's death.4 days agoMiddle East'Very, very toxic': The risk of asbestos in Gaza's rubbleThe mineral, once widely-used, releases toxic fibres into the air when disturbed that can cling to the lungs and cause cancer.5 days agoMiddle EastIsraeli military admits its troops killed UN worker in Gaza StripIsrael had previously denied its troops were responsible for the killing of a UN worker with tank fire on 19 March.4 days agoWorldFeaturesAnti-Hamas protests on rise in Gaza as group's iron grip slipsGazan civilians are losing their fear of Hamas, openly criticising the group on the streets and online.6 days agoMiddle EastWe're orphans now, say Gaza Catholics the Pope called dailyPope Francis had a close relationship with Gaza's tiny Christian community and used his last address to call for a ceasefire.7 days agoMiddle East'It's really hard to have any hope': Gaza doctor describes daily struggleThe BBC joins a GP in Gaza as she sees dozens of patients, struggling to treat them with a dwindling supply of drugs.18 Apr 2025Middle EastWhat is Iran's nuclear programme and what does the US want?Donald Trump has suggested Iran could face military action if it does not agree to a new nuclear deal. 12 Apr 2025WorldSchools in Beirut suburb fear return to war after new Israeli strikesStudents, staff, and parents alike are traumatised by what has happened and the destruction that surrounds them.11 Apr 2025Middle EastWatch/ListenMoment driver sees huge explosion rip through Iran portAt least four people have been killed and 500 more injured in Bandar Abbas. 3 days agoMiddle EastThousands march through Auschwitz commemorating liberationHolocaust survivors were part of the crowds taking part in the annual 'March of the Living', 80 years after the camp was liberated. 5 days agoWorldWatch: What we learned from Trump's meeting with NetanyahuNetanyahu is the first world leader to visit the White House since the US president announced tariffs on global trading partners. 7 Apr 2025Middle EastBBC Verify analyses video showing Israel's killing of Gaza medicsThe IDF's killing of 15 emergency workers has drawn international condemnation. BBC Verify examines new footage of the incident.7 Apr 2025BBC VerifyVideo casts doubt on Israeli account of Gaza medic killingsThe video was published by the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS), which said it was obtained from the phone of a paramedic who was killed.5 Apr 2025Middle EastLatest updates3 hrs agoGaza medic detained during deadly Israeli attack released, Red Crescent saysAssad al-Nassasra was missing for weeks following last month's attack, in which 15 emergency workers were killed by Israeli troops.3 hrs agoMiddle East10 hrs agoIran blames 'negligence' for port blast as death toll rises to 70The interior minister said "some individuals deemed responsible" for Saturday's blast at Shahid Rajaee are being questioned.10 hrs agoMiddle East22 hrs agoIsrael spy chief to step down after row with PM exposes deepening riftsPrime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Shin Bet head Ronen Bar accused each other of lies or inaccuracies in sworn depositions.22 hrs agoMiddle East2 days agoIsrael launches air strike on BeirutIsrael said it hit a Hezbollah missile store. The Lebanese presidency urged the US and France to press Israel to cease its attacks.2 days agoMiddle East2 days agoQatar claims slight progress towards ceasefire in GazaBut the Qatari PM says there was still no "answer for the ultimate question: how to end this war".2 days agoMiddle East2 days agoMourning turns to anger in Iran after massive port explosion kills 40A blame game begins amid reports solid fuel intended for ballistic missiles may have been improperly stored.2 days agoMiddle East2 days agoHuge blast at key Iranian port kills 28 and injures 800One maritime risk firm says it believes the affected containers held solid fuel for use in ballistic missiles.2 days agoMiddle East3 days agoMoment driver sees huge explosion rip through Iran portAt least four people have been killed and 500 more injured in Bandar Abbas. 3 days agoMiddle East4 days agoUN agency runs out of food aid in Gaza after Israeli blockadeThe UN agency has delivered its last supplies to meals kitchens, which it warns will run out of food in the coming days.4 days agoMiddle East...
