NewsNewsMiddle EastIsrael's cabinet approves Gaza ceasefire and hostage release dealThe vote paves the way for exchanges of Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners to begin on Sunday.7 hrs agoHow historic Gaza deal was sealed with 10 minutes to spareThe BBC spoke to officials from both sides of the talks to piece together how the Gaza deal was done.6 hrs agoBowen: Israel has changed since Donald Trump's last term – has he?In this time of hard choices for the Middle East, the president elect will have much to think about when he re-enters the White House1 day agoBBC InDepthOn board aid convoy on its way to offer hope for GazaBBC special correspondent Fergal Keane has travelled with a convoy carrying aid towards Gaza.1 day agoMiddle EastRussia and Iran move to strengthen military ties The two countries sign a 20-year treaty covering areas ranging from defence and technology to energy and trade.14 hrs agoWorldHow historic Gaza deal was sealed with 10 minutes to spareThe BBC spoke to officials from both sides of the talks to piece together how the Gaza deal was done.6 hrs agoGazans anxiously await ceasefire, fearing last-minute catastrophesCivilians in Gaza nervously await a ceasefire after 15 relentless months of war.14 hrs agoNetanyahu says hostage deal now agreed The Israeli prime minister had delayed a vote to approve the Gaza ceasefire deal, blaming Hamas.20 hrs agoMiddle EastBowen: Israel has changed since Donald Trump's last term – has he?In this time of hard choices for the Middle East, the president elect will have much to think about when he re-enters the White House1 day agoBBC InDepthKey events that led to Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal in GazaThe ceasefire agreement in the Gaza war follows 15 months of fighting between Israel and Hamas.1 day agoMiddle EastGaza ceasefire deal reached by Israel and HamasThe deal, which will also see hostages held in Gaza released, is awaiting approval by the Israeli cabinet2 days agoBowen: Long-overdue ceasefire may stop the killing but won't end the conflictThe truce should get Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners home, but the conflict remains as bitter as ever.2 days agoMiddle East'Joy and worry' from hostage families as deal reachedFamilies of Israeli hostages in Gaza share their feelings as a ceasefire and hostage release deal is reached. 2 days agoMiddle East'We have been waiting a long time' - Palestinians react to ceasefire dealThose in Gaza speak of their joy, but also describe sadness and worry as the territory rebuilds.2 days agoFeaturesHamas knows it hasn't achieved its aims - but still claims victoryHamas officials insist that Israel's failure to eliminate the group constitutes a victory. 2 days agoMiddle EastGaza in maps: How 15 months of war have drastically changed the territoryA visual guide to how much has changed in the Gaza Strip since Israel began its military response to Hamas's attacks on 7 October.2 days agoMiddle EastCeasefire kindles hope of hostage son's return to NepalBipin Joshi, 23, was one of dozens of foreign workers taken hostage by Hamas on 7 October 2023.2 days agoWorldStories of the hostages taken by Hamas from IsraelA total of 94 hostages, taken captive after the 7 October attacks, still remain unaccounted for.2 days agoMiddle EastDive boat survivors say they were pressed to sign statements they couldn't readThe group say their official witness statements were translated into Arabic by a boat company employee.3 days agoWorldWatch/ListenBBC travels with aid convoys in Jordan heading towards GazaThe BBC's Fergal Keane travelled with the trucks carrying crucial aid to the King Hussein Bridge border crossing with Israel2 days agoWatch: How people in Gaza and Israel responded to the ceasefire dealA ceasefire and hostage deal has been long-anticipated by people in Israel in Gaza, after 15 months of war. 2 days agoJoe Biden hails Israel and Hamas ceasefire dealOutgoing US President Joe Biden hails the agreed ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.2 days agoWatch: Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal announcedA ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas is announced by Qatar's prime minister. 2 days agoIsraeli strikes hit Yemen airport and power station Video shows chaos inside an airport terminal in Sanaa, as passengers flee the strikes.26 Dec 2024Latest updates20 hrs agoNetanyahu says hostage deal now agreed The Israeli prime minister had delayed a vote to approve the Gaza ceasefire deal, blaming Hamas.20 hrs agoMiddle East1 day agoOn board aid convoy on its way to offer hope for GazaBBC special correspondent Fergal Keane has travelled with a convoy carrying aid towards Gaza.1 day agoMiddle East1 day agoIsrael delays vote to approve Gaza ceasefire dealUS Secretary of State Antony Blinken said a "loose end" was being tied up but he was confident the ceasefire would begin on Sunday as planned.1 day agoMiddle East1 day agoKey events that led to Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal in GazaThe ceasefire agreement in the Gaza war follows 15 months of fighting between Israel and Hamas.1 day agoMiddle East2 days agoHamas knows it hasn't achieved its aims - but still claims victoryHamas officials insist that Israel's failure to eliminate the group constitutes a victory. 2 days agoMiddle East2 days agoHow 15 months of war has devastated GazaBBC Verify examines how fighting has impacted civilians lives in Gaza, after over a year of fighting.2 days agoMiddle East2 days agoDozens killed as Israeli strikes continue ahead of Gaza ceasefireMore than 60 people have reportedly been killed ahead of the deal coming into force. 2 days agoMiddle East2 days agoGaza in maps: How 15 months of war have drastically changed the territoryA visual guide to how much has changed in the Gaza Strip since Israel began its military response to Hamas's attacks on 7 October.2 days agoMiddle East2 days agoWho are the released and rescued hostages?A total of 117 people captured during the 7 October attacks have been released or freed.2 days agoMiddle East
