NewsNewsMiddle 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.9 hrs 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.12 hrs agoMiddle EastIsraeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 50, Palestinian officials sayTwenty-one people are reportedly killed in two separate strikes in the northern town of Jabalia.18 hrs agoMiddle EastAnti-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.2 days agoMiddle EastAbbas calls Hamas 'sons of dogs' and demands release of Gaza hostagesPalestinian Authority president says that Hamas has given Israel "excuses" to continue the Gaza war.2 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.12 hrs 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.1 day 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.15 hrs agoWorldIsraeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 50, Palestinian officials sayTwenty-one people are reportedly killed in two separate strikes in the northern town of Jabalia.18 hrs agoMiddle EastJordan bans Muslim Brotherhood after arrests over attack plotsIt is not clear how the ban will affect the Brotherhood's political arm, which is the largest opposition group in parliament.2 days agoWorldGaza health ministry denies manipulating death toll figuresThree thousand names were removed from an official list of those killed in Israel's offensive.3 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.3 days agoMiddle EastNew Israel-Gaza ceasefire plan proposed, Hamas source tells BBCEgyptian and Qatari mediators suggest a truce of up to seven years and a permanent end to the war.4 days agoMiddle EastRemains found after rare shark attack on swimmer in IsraelFootage posted online shows a swimmer flailing in the distance as beachgoers yell in shock.3 days agoMiddle EastFeatures'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.7 days agoMiddle 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 East'We collected his body instead of celebrating Eid,' says mother of Gaza medic killed by IsraelThe mother of a Palestinian killed in an IDF attack on emergency vehicles tells the BBC of her loss.11 Apr 2025Middle East'Part of us is still in Gaza': Freed Israeli hostages fight for a new ceasefireHostages released earlier this year are adding their powerful voices to calls for a deal to bring home those still held by Hamas.9 Apr 2025Middle EastWatch/ListenThousands 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. 1 day 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 EastVideos show aftermath of Israeli strike on Gaza school-turned-shelter BBC Verify explains what we know about the incident after reviewing videos that were posted online.4 Apr 2025Middle EastLatest updates9 hrs 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.9 hrs agoMiddle East12 hrs agoIsrael'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.12 hrs agoMiddle East18 hrs agoIsraeli strikes across Gaza kill at least 50, Palestinian officials sayTwenty-one people are reportedly killed in two separate strikes in the northern town of Jabalia.18 hrs agoMiddle East1 day ago'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.1 day agoMiddle East2 days agoAnti-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.2 days agoMiddle East2 days agoAbbas calls Hamas 'sons of dogs' and demands release of Gaza hostagesPalestinian Authority president says that Hamas has given Israel "excuses" to continue the Gaza war.2 days agoMiddle East3 days agoRemains found after rare shark attack on swimmer in IsraelFootage posted online shows a swimmer flailing in the distance as beachgoers yell in shock.3 days agoMiddle East3 days agoGaza health ministry denies manipulating death toll figuresThree thousand names were removed from an official list of those killed in Israel's offensive.3 days agoMiddle East3 days agoWe'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.3 days agoMiddle East...