NewsNewsIsrael-Gaza warLIVENetanyahu says Israel 'reserves right to resume war' and calls first phase a 'temporary ceasefire'The first phase of the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas is due to start at 08:30 local time (06:30 GMT) on Sunday.How 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.21 hrs 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.2 days agoMiddle EastKey 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.14 hrs agoMiddle EastHamas 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 EastHow 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.21 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 House2 days agoBBC InDepthStories 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 EastOn board aid convoy on its way to offer hope for GazaBBC special correspondent Fergal Keane has travelled with a convoy carrying aid towards Gaza.2 days agoMiddle EastGaza ceasefireWhat we know about the Gaza agreementWhat we know so far about the ceasefire deal agreed between Israel and Hamas.8 hrs agoBowen: Long-overdue deal may end killings but not the conflictThe truce should get Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners home, but the conflict remains as bitter as ever.3 days agoMiddle EastWatch: BBC travels with aid convoys heading towards GazaThe BBC's Fergal Keane travelled with the trucks carrying crucial aid to the King Hussein Bridge border crossing with Israel2 days agoWho are the released Israeli hostages?A total of 117 people captured during the 7 October attacks have been released or freed.2 days agoMiddle EastHow 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 EastAnalysisThe wars of 2024 brought together rivals - 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Israel's war-weary reservists look for an end to fightingUnder the burden of military service, some reservists are refusing to return to Israel's front lines.27 Dec 2024Palestinian Christians struggle to find hope at ChristmasFor the second year running, tourists are staying away and public festivities have been cancelled.25 Dec 2024Middle EastWhy these Israeli men volunteered to fight - but now refuse to return to GazaSome of those who reported for duty after October 7 explain why they are now refusing3 Dec 2024BBC InDepthThe ConflictWe take a look at what history can teach us about the conflict in the Middle East.18 Dec 2024Latest updates14 hrs 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.14 hrs agoMiddle East1 day agoNetanyahu says hostage deal now agreed The Israeli prime minister had delayed a vote to approve the Gaza ceasefire deal, blaming Hamas.1 day agoMiddle East2 days 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.2 days agoMiddle East2 days 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.2 days 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 agoCeasefire 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 agoWorld2 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 East
