Middle East

Israeli military says body of Bedouin hostage recovered from Gaza

Israeli military says body of Bedouin hostage recovered from Gaza

<p>The Israeli military stated that its forces discovered the body of Yousef Ziadna, a Bedouin Arab hostage held by Hamas, in the ...

Red Sea tourist boat sinking: Survivors tell BBC of terrifying escapes

Red Sea tourist boat sinking: Survivors tell BBC of terrifying escapes

Dive boat "Ocean Story" sank in Red Sea, killing/missing 11. Survivors doubt wave claim, citing safety breaches and slow response. Trapped survivor rescued after 35 hrs.

Gaza ceasefire: What can we expect?

Gaza ceasefire: What can we expect?

Israel and Hamas are nearing a deal for a Gaza ceasefire, hostage release, and prisoner exchange. It's a 3-stage process, with a possible war pause.

Almost 100 strikes located in Gaza 'humanitarian zone', BBC Verify analysis suggests

Almost 100 strikes located in Gaza 'humanitarian zone', BBC Verify analysis suggests

Gaza "safe zones" hit 97 times since May, despite ceasefire talks. IDF targets Hamas, but many civilians are killed. No area is truly safe, says UN.

Palestinians and Israelis daring to hope a Gaza deal is close

Palestinians and Israelis daring to hope a Gaza deal is close

Cautious optimism for Gaza ceasefire & hostage deal after 15 months of war. Talks progress, but some fear it may fail and leave hostages behind.

Why I won’t stop telling Gaza’s stories

Why I won’t stop telling Gaza’s stories

A journalist in Gaza witnesses displaced people's hopes, struggles, and quiet resilience amidst war. She documents their stories, seeking to make them heard.