Are Israel and Hamas nearing a ‘hostage’ deal? What to know
Qatari-mediated negotiations aim to free 50 captives in exchange for a three-day ceasefire, according to media reports.
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In Gaza, Ahmad lost his family then his legs to Israel’s bombing
Ahmad Shabat lost his legs in an Israeli air attack outside a UN school in Nuseirat refugee camp that killed his uncle.
Finland to shutter border crossings with Russia to deter asylum seekers
Finland accuses Russia of trying to destabilise the country by encouraging undocumented migration.
S Africa’s ruling ANC to back opposition motion to close Israeli embassy
President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on the International Criminal Court to investigate Israel for war crimes in Gaza.
Escape from al-Shifa: How a Gaza medic dodged Israeli patrols, snipers
Jawdat Sami al-Madhoun watched his friend die, consoled a child who wanted to die with her parents, and, finally, fled.
Sunak battles Supreme Court ruling: What next for the UK’s Rwanda plan?
UK announces emergency legislation after Supreme Court rules against government plans to deport refugees to Rwanda.
Middle East Roundup: Is Shifa Hospital really a Hamas ops hub?
Raiding Gaza’s largest hospital, another communications blackout, Israel’s goals in Gaza – the Middle East this week.
UK’s newly appointed top diplomat makes surprise visit to Ukraine
David Cameron tells Ukraine's president that London would support Kyiv for 'however long it takes'.
Israel’s opposition leader calls on Netanyahu to resign over Hamas attack
Yair Lapid says the country has lost confidence in Netanyahu's leadership after the security failure on October 7.
Pakistan and IMF reach deal for releasing $700m from $3bn bailout package
The much-awaited deal with the global lender is meant to save the cash-strapped country from default.
US Capitol police clash with protesters calling for Gaza war ceasefire
Police use pepper spray and fire projectiles with chemical irritants on 'non-violent' protesters in Washington, DC.
Spain election drama: Sanchez wins backing for new term after Catalan deal
Socialist Spanish politician wins backing to be PM again, after a controversial agreement with Catalan separatists.
What has Israel ‘found’ in Gaza’s al-Shifa Hospital?
The Israeli military claims it has found rifles, grenades and military vests — but so far, no Hamas command centre.
‘Terrifying’: Death and despair continue in Gaza as Israeli attacks rage on
Israeli forces raided al-Shifa Hospital in the north, while continuing bombardments in the south and central regions.
More than 50 UK Labour MPs break ranks to vote for Gaza ceasefire
A group of 56 Labour lawmakers go against the party line to officially urge a truce in Israel's war in Gaza.
Israel raids Gaza’s al-Shifa Hospital for second day
Israeli troops enter the medical complex from the south, reportedly destroying a wall and interrogating medical workers.
Fire at coal mining company offices kills 25 people in China
The blaze appears to have started in a building containing offices and dormitories in Luliang city of Shanxi province.
‘Very significant’: Biden-Xi meet could help lower tensions, say analysts
China and the US will want to manage their differences as they each battle other challenges, according to analysts.
Israel-Hamas war: List of key events, day 41
As the conflict between Israel and Gaza enters its 41st day, these are the main developments.
Madagascar kicks off presidential polls amid calls for boycott
Ten opposition candidates are calling for a boycott, accusing the incumbent president of an 'institutional coup'.