NewsNewsIsrael-Gaza warLIVEExplosion hits Beirut suburb as Israel says it has 'targeted' Hezbollah commanderAt least one explosion has hit the southern suburb of the Lebanese capital, Beirut, which is a stronghold for the Iranian-backed Lebanese group Hezbollah.Relief as Palestinian medical evacuees leave GazaOne of the patients had been waiting six months to be able to get out of the war-torn territory.33 mins agoMiddle EastThe Palestinians heading to Paris to represent their peopleA small number of Palestinians are going to take part in the Olympics, despite the ongoing war. 3 days agoMiddle EastRocket strike puts Israel and Hezbollah on brink of all-out warFears mount that the deadly attack on the occupied Golan Heights could trigger a major conflict.2 days agoMiddle EastIsraeli ministers authorise Netanyahu retaliation against Hezbollah Israel is expected to retaliate after a rocket attack blamed on Hezbollah killed 12 young people.1 day agoMiddle EastRelief as Palestinian medical evacuees leave GazaOne of the patients had been waiting six months to be able to get out of the war-torn territory.33 mins agoMiddle EastThousands of Palestinians return to Khan Younis as IDF withdrawsThe Hamas-run media office says more than 250 Palestinians were killed in the Israeli operation in the area.5 hrs agoMiddle EastIsraeli protesters enter army base after soldiers held over Gaza detainee abuseThe Sde Teiman base has been at the centre of reports of serious abuses against Palestinians from Gaza.8 hrs agoMiddle EastThe Palestinians heading to Paris to represent their peopleA small number of Palestinians are going to take part in the Olympics, despite the ongoing war. 3 days agoMiddle EastThe key issues explainedWhat is Hezbollah and will it go to war with Israel?A deadly attack on the Israeli occupied Golan Heights has heightened fears of full-on fighting.2 days agoMiddle EastWhere does Israel get its weapons?Israel's military is heavily reliant on imported aircraft and munitions to conduct its war in Gaza.15 Apr 2024Middle EastGaza Strip in maps: How life has changedFind out how much has changed in the Gaza Strip since Israel began its military response to Hamas's attacks on 7 October.22 Mar 2024Middle EastWhat are the historical reasons behind the conflict?Tensions between Israel and the Palestinians date back decades, but what are the key issues?5 Apr 2024Middle EastAnalysisBowen: Golan attack leaves border war's unspoken rules in tattersHow Israel retaliates could determine whether the conflict stays limited or explodes into something much worse.1 day agoMiddle EastIsrael settlements drive heightens Palestinian land angstThe settlements are spreading on land Palestinians want for a future independent state.5 Jul 2024Middle EastIsrael conscription rule stokes ultra-Orthodox furyBut the move marks a significant step towards resolving one of Israel's most divisive issues.2 Jul 2024Middle EastMore wounded Palestinians tell BBC the Israeli army forced them on to jeepTwo more Palestinian men tell the BBC they were shot and forced on to the bonnet of an Israeli jeep.30 Jun 2024Middle EastGaza: Long campaign by Israel may follow warThe most intense fighting could be ending, but Gaza could see Israeli action for a long time to come.27 Jun 2024Middle EastHuman storiesPalestinians return to Khan Younis after Israeli operationThousands of displaced Gazans return to the ruins of the southern city, after a week-long Israeli operation ends.3 hrs agoMiddle EastGaza release deal has to happen now, hostage's mother says"She can survive this," Ayelet Levy Shachar says of her daughter, who's been held in Gaza for nine months.7 days agoMiddle EastGaza man with Down's syndrome attacked by IDF dog and left to die, mother tells BBCMuhammed Bhar's family wants the Israeli military to investigate his death in Gaza City this month.16 Jul 2024Middle EastDeath and rubble fill streets of Tal Al-Sultan as rescuers dodge Israeli fireIt can take emergency teams days to reach casualties, as air strikes hit from north to south.12 Jul 2024Middle EastShock at hospital after Israeli strike on Gaza campAt least 29 Palestinians have been killed and dozens wounded in an Israeli air strike.10 Jul 2024Middle EastLatest updates33 mins agoRelief as Palestinian medical evacuees leave GazaOne of the patients had been waiting six months to be able to get out of the war-torn territory.33 mins agoMiddle East3 hrs agoPalestinians return to Khan Younis after Israeli operationThousands of displaced Gazans return to the ruins of the southern city, after a week-long Israeli operation ends.3 hrs agoMiddle East5 hrs agoThousands of Palestinians return to Khan Younis as IDF withdrawsThe Hamas-run media office says more than 250 Palestinians were killed in the Israeli operation in the area.5 hrs agoMiddle East8 hrs agoIsraeli protesters enter army base after soldiers held over Gaza detainee abuseThe Sde Teiman base has been at the centre of reports of serious abuses against Palestinians from Gaza.8 hrs agoMiddle East11 hrs agoBella Hadid shocked and upset over Adidas campaignAn advertising campaign was criticised for "unintentional" connections to the 1972 Munich Olympics.11 hrs ago1 day agoHezbollah, Israel and the Golan Heights: What is happening and why?A deadly strike in the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights has escalated fears of a new war.1 day agoMiddle East1 day agoIsraeli ministers authorise Netanyahu retaliation against Hezbollah Israel is expected to retaliate after a rocket attack blamed on Hezbollah killed 12 young people.1 day agoMiddle East1 day agoBowen: Golan attack leaves border war's unspoken rules in tattersHow Israel retaliates could determine whether the conflict stays limited or explodes into something much worse.1 day agoMiddle East2 days agoThousands mourn children killed in Golan Heights strike World leaders scramble to contain the fallout and de-escalate tensions between Israel and Hezbollah.2 days agoMiddle East