NewsNewsMiddle EastHamas says it agrees to release Israeli hostages but seeks changes to US Gaza peace planThe 20-point proposal seeks to end the fighting immediately in return for the release of hostages and detained Gazans. 23 hrs agoWorldShock in Gaza as Trump appears to welcome Hamas response to US peace planHamas agreed to release the hostages and to the idea of handing over governing Gaza to Palestinian technocrats, but did not give a clear response to many other elements.7 hrs agoDeadly fighting erupts between Hamas and Palestinian clan in GazaA raid by Hamas sparked armed clashes, leaving several dead, in one of the fiercest internal confrontations since the war began.1 day agoIsrael steps up deportations of flotilla activistsAnother 137 people from 14 countries were deported after being detained while trying to deliver aid to Gaza.6 hrs agoMiddle EastThey're making sex jokes in Saudi: Inside the controversial comedy festivalA-listers including Dave Chappelle, Bill Burr and Jack Whitehall have faced a backlash over the event.19 hrs agoCultureShock in Gaza as Trump appears to welcome Hamas response to US peace planHamas agreed to release the hostages and to the idea of handing over governing Gaza to Palestinian technocrats, but did not give a clear response to many other elements.7 hrs agoHope and fear for hostage families after Hamas response to Gaza peace planFamilies describe a "fragile situation", with negotiations between Israel and Hamas expected to resume.5 hrs agoMiddle EastHamas response to US Gaza plan is significant - but there are key omissions There is still a huge amount of detail to be worked through around how a ceasefire could be implemented. 22 hrs agoMiddle EastDeadly fighting erupts between Hamas and Palestinian clan in GazaA raid by Hamas sparked armed clashes, leaving several dead, in one of the fiercest internal confrontations since the war began.1 day ago'It was very tough but I love life' - ex-hostage whose family were killed on 7 OctoberEli Sharabi reflects on finding out, after release, his wife and children had been killed in the attacks.Ancient Egyptian sick notes and invoices go on showIt focuses on the civilisation's makers and includes objects on loan from France for the first time.Israel 'tightens siege' of Gaza City as Hamas reviews Trump peace planThe defence minister warns Palestinians to leave, saying those remaining will be considered "terrorists and supporters of terror".Gaza doctors are starving while fighting to save lives, evacuated medic tells BBCDr Mohammed Abu Mughaisib, who worked in hospitals in Gaza for two years, says Israeli strikes have made conditions "indescribable" for colleagues still there. 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Latest updates5 hrs agoHope and fear for hostage families after Hamas response to Gaza peace planFamilies describe a "fragile situation", with negotiations between Israel and Hamas expected to resume.5 hrs ago6 hrs agoIsrael steps up deportations of flotilla activistsAnother 137 people from 14 countries were deported after being detained while trying to deliver aid to Gaza.6 hrs ago8 hrs agoHopes and fears in Gaza and Israel over potential ceasefireHopes are growing of an end to the Israel-Gaza war, but it remains to be seen if the two sides can agree a ceasefire.8 hrs ago22 hrs agoHamas response to US Gaza plan is significant - but there are key omissions There is still a huge amount of detail to be worked through around how a ceasefire could be implemented. 22 hrs ago2 days ago'It was very tough but I love life' - ex-hostage whose family were killed on 7 OctoberEli Sharabi reflects on finding out, after release, his wife and children had been killed in the attacks.2 days ago2 days agoIsrael intercepts Gaza flotilla and detains activists including Greta ThunbergSouth Africa and Turkey have criticised the incident in international waters. Israel says those on board are safe. 2 days ago2 days agoHamas military leader in Gaza objects to ceasefire plan, BBC understandsPresident Trump's proposal, accepted by Israel, stipulates that Hamas disarm and have no future role in governing Gaza.2 days ago3 days agoIsrael 'tightens siege' of Gaza City as Hamas reviews Trump peace planThe defence minister warns Palestinians to leave, saying those remaining will be considered "terrorists and supporters of terror".3 days ago4 days agoGaza doctors are starving while fighting to save lives, evacuated medic tells BBCDr Mohammed Abu Mughaisib, who worked in hospitals in Gaza for two years, says Israeli strikes have made conditions "indescribable" for colleagues still there. 4 days ago...
