NewsNewsMiddle EastIraq's shopping centre fire leaves 61 dead, many missingVideos on social media appear to show a number of people on the roof during the fire in the city of Kut.7 hrs agoMiddle EastPope expresses sadness after Israeli strike on Gaza church kills threeIsrael's prime minister says it "deeply regrets that a stray ammunition hit" the Catholic Church of the Holy Family in Gaza City.Just nowWorldUS says 'specific steps' agreed to end Syria violence after Israeli strikes hit DamascusIsrael says it is "working to save our Druze brothers", but Syria accuses it of "treacherous aggression".17 hrs agoMiddle EastAt least 20 killed in crush at US-backed GHF aid site in GazaFor the first time, the Israel and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation confirms deaths at one of its sites. 1 day agoMiddle EastIsraeli strikes kill 12 in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley, governor saysThe Israeli military said it had struck a number of military compounds belonging to the armed group Hezbollah.2 days agoMiddle EastPope expresses sadness after Israeli strike on Gaza church kills threeIsrael's prime minister says it "deeply regrets that a stray ammunition hit" the Catholic Church of the Holy Family in Gaza City.Just nowWorldSyria leader vows to protect Druze after sectarian violence prompts Israeli strikesAhmed al-Sharaa spoke after Israel said it would destroy government forces it accused of attacking Druze in Syria.14 hrs agoMiddle EastWho are the Druze and why is Israel attacking Syria?A fresh wave of deadly sectarian violence has rocked Syria, highlighting the country's fragile security landscape.21 hrs agoMiddle EastUS says 'specific steps' agreed to end Syria violence after Israeli strikes hit DamascusIsrael says it is "working to save our Druze brothers", but Syria accuses it of "treacherous aggression".17 hrs agoMiddle EastGaza father's outrage after Israeli strike kills son 'searching for sip' at water pointMahmoud Abdul Rahman's son, Abdullah, was among six children who died at a water distribution point in Gaza on Sunday.Yemen postpones execution of Indian nurse on death rowNimisha Priya, who was sentenced to death for the murder of a Yemeni man, was set to be executed on Wednesday.Dozens killed in clashes between Druze and Bedouin in southern SyriaFighting continues in parts of Suweida province as the Syrian interior ministry sends forces to intervene. BBC Gaza documentary breached guidelines, review findsBBC failed to disclose the narrator of Gaza: How to Survive a War Zone was the son of a Hamas official.Iran president was reportedly injured in Israeli strikesIran's Fars news agency says President Masoud Pezeshkian had a leg injury when his secret site was hit in June. Features'They were just kids': Mother mourns sons killed in Israeli strike while waiting for aidTwo of Iman al-Nouri's five sons were killed outside a clinic in Deir al-Balah on Thursday, while a third was seriously wounded.Outrage builds over plan to force all Gazans to southern city Critics denounce a plan by Israel's defence minister to relocate all Palestinians in Gaza to a small area in the south.Netanyahu visits US as Trump puts pressure to agree Gaza ceasefire dealIsrael's prime minister is under pressure from Donald Trump and people at home to agree a new ceasefire and hostage release deal.Israel's strike on bustling Gaza cafe killed a Hamas operative - but dozens more people were killedThe attack raises more questions over whether Israel’s use of force is proportionate, as required by international law.'I don't know who to trust anymore': Druze worry about being left behind in post-war Syria Recent attacks on the religious minority in Damascus have fuelled growing distrust towards the state.Watch/ListenWatch: BBC reports from severely damaged Syrian defence headquartersThe deadly unrest, along with the violent Israeli strikes, have re-ignited fears of a security breakdown in SyriaWatch: How a day of bombing unfolded in DamascusIsrael has intensified its airstrikes on Syria, including near the presidential palace and on the defence ministry headquarters in central Damascus. Former Mossad official details how Israel eliminated Iran's military eliteThe former deputy chief of the Israeli intelligence explains how technology and innovation played a key role for Israel in the 12-day conflict.'Iran pulses with anger and even deeper grief', says BBC's Lyse DoucetLyse Doucet witnesses a mass state funeral for prominent figures killed in the recent conflict with Israel.BBC inside Iran state TV building hit by Israeli missile strikeThe BBC's Lyse Doucet reports from the ruins of an Iranian state TV building hit during the conflict with Israel.Latest updates7 hrs agoIraq's shopping centre fire leaves 61 dead, many missingVideos on social media appear to show a number of people on the roof during the fire in the city of Kut.7 hrs ago8 hrs agoWatch: BBC reports from severely damaged Syrian defence headquartersThe deadly unrest, along with the violent Israeli strikes, have re-ignited fears of a security breakdown in Syria8 hrs ago14 hrs agoSyria leader vows to protect Druze after sectarian violence prompts Israeli strikesAhmed al-Sharaa spoke after Israel said it would destroy government forces it accused of attacking Druze in Syria.14 hrs ago17 hrs agoUS says 'specific steps' agreed to end Syria violence after Israeli strikes hit DamascusIsrael says it is "working to save our Druze brothers", but Syria accuses it of "treacherous aggression".17 hrs ago21 hrs agoWho are the Druze and why is Israel attacking Syria?A fresh wave of deadly sectarian violence has rocked Syria, highlighting the country's fragile security landscape.21 hrs ago24 hrs agoWatch: How a day of bombing unfolded in DamascusIsrael has intensified its airstrikes on Syria, including near the presidential palace and on the defence ministry headquarters in central Damascus. 24 hrs ago1 day agoUS ambassador calls on Israel to 'aggressively investigate' West Bank killingMike Huckabee calls for "accountability" after a young Palestinian-American was beaten to death in an attack by settlers.1 day ago1 day agoAt least 20 killed in crush at US-backed GHF aid site in GazaFor the first time, the Israel and US-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation confirms deaths at one of its sites. 1 day ago2 days agoIsrael bombs Syrian forces entering Druze city after sectarian clashesAt least 200 people have reportedly been killed since fighting between Druze militias and Bedouin tribes erupted in Suweida on Sunday.2 days ago...
