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The killing of a young woman in Jenin sheds light on the power struggle in the West Bank between the Palestinian Authority and armed groups.
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy is on trial for alleged election funding from late Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi. Twelve others are also standing trial.
Charlie Hebdo magazine releases special issue a decade after attack, raising questions about what has changed and what remains of international support.
Former French president Nicholas Sarkozy is on trial for allegedly taking funds from Muammar Gaddafi. Hamas releases a list of hostages for a potential ceasefire, and efforts to save the Iberian Lynx are underway.
Former Republic of Ireland striker Robbie Keane has been appointed manager of Hungarian side Ferencvaros.
Jacob Fearnley receives his first Davis Cup call-up for Great Britain's tie against Japan, while Dan Evans is left out.
Hamas has listed 34 hostages it may free under a ceasefire agreement with Israel, but negotiations have not made significant progress yet.
Supporters and opponents of South Korea's impeached president clash in Seoul as he resists arrest. Venezuela's opposition leader tours South America ahead of Maduro's inauguration. Palestinians struggle to find medical treatment in war-torn Gaza.
Hamas releases a video of Israeli hostage Liri Albag as ceasefire talks resume, causing distress to her parents and emphasizing the urgency in bringing all hostages home.
At least 10 people killed as vehicle ploughs into crowd in New Orleans. Russian gas flow to EU halted after Ukraine transit agreements not renewed. Children from Gaza reunited with families.
The children of the Masri family in war-torn Gaza have survived horrific events, including an Israeli bombing that killed their parents and siblings.
UN raises concerns about Israel's compliance with international law in Gaza.
Two blind women share their experiences of living through the Israel-Hamas conflict and how their lives have been impacted.
Israeli bowlers have been banned from participating in the World Indoor Bowls Championships due to political concerns. The decision has been met with criticism for being discriminatory.
Politics in 2025 will be influenced by the question of whether things start feeling better, as the new government faces challenges and the international backdrop remains unpredictable.
Babies in Gaza are dying from the cold as families struggle to provide for their children amidst the aftermath of the war.
Former US president and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Jimmy Carter, has died at the age of 100. He negotiated the Camp David accords and faced challenges during his presidency.
Former US President Jimmy Carter will be honored with a national day of mourning on 9 January. President Joe Biden has ordered US flags on federal properties to be flown at half-staff for 30 days, including during the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump.
Former US President Jimmy Carter has died aged 100
The WHO appeals for an end to attacks on Gaza's hospitals as Israeli forces continue their offensive. The Indonesian hospital, which had been providing care to critically ill patients, is now out of service due to the raid.
Former President Jimmy Carter's challenges parallel those faced by President Biden, including economic turmoil, challenges to US power, and the limits of American diplomacy.
Former US President Jimmy Carter has died at the age of 96. Carter's presidency was marked by economic struggles and foreign policy challenges, but he also achieved notable successes and dedicated his post-presidential years to addressing global issues.
Former US President Jimmy Carter has died at the age of 100. Carter served as the 39th US President from 1977 to 1981 and was known for his efforts in brokering peace and his commitment to honesty.
UK Prime Minister invited to EU summit to discuss security and defence co-operation amidst global uncertainty and the potential re-entry of Donald Trump into the White House.
Former Israeli advisor responds to WHO chief's claim about Israeli strike on Yemeni airport. Putin apologises for plane crash in Kazakhstan. Carlsen quits tournament over dress code.
WHO chief Dr Tedros narrowly escapes death in Yemen airport attack. Israel targeted the civilian facility, claiming it was used by Houthi rebels to smuggle Iranian weapons. The Houthi-run news agency reported casualties and the rebels vowed to continue striking Israel.
Dr Tedros criticizes Israel for airstrike on civilian facility in Yemen. Clashes reported between Taliban forces and Pakistan's army. Programme also covers mass violent attacks in China and a documentary on Maria Callas.
Houthis pledge to continue attacking Israel in solidarity with Palestinians after Israeli air strikes on Yemen. NASA successfully flies space probe closer to the sun.
Israeli military forcibly evacuates Kamal Adwan hospital in northern Gaza, one of the last functioning hospitals in the area, according to medics.
The Houthi rebel group in Yemen has vowed to continue attacking Israel, despite recent air strikes on Yemen by the US and UK.
A Houthi spokesman discusses the continuation of Israeli airstrikes in Yemen, South Korea's new president, and NASA's record-breaking flight.
Azerbaijan Airlines blames 'external interference' for plane crash in Russia. The airline has suspended flights to several Russian cities for security reasons, and Israel's El Al has also suspended flights to Moscow.
Israel's war-weary reservists are calling for an end to the fighting as they express their growing war weariness. The IDF has noticed a decrease in the number of reserves reporting for duty.
Israeli strikes in Yemen target airport and power station, causing casualties and damage.
Israeli air strikes hit power stations, ports, and the airport in Yemen, killing at least three people and injuring more than a dozen.
Air strikes hit Yemeni cities, with Houthi TV calling them 'Israeli aggression'. Israel has not commented on the strikes.
Five Gaza journalists were killed in an Israeli strike, while five people were reported killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza City. Hamas and Israel have blamed each other for delays in reaching a ceasefire.
Protests in Syria after video of attack on Alawite shrine. Large rallies in Tartus and Latakia, strongholds of deposed president Assad's minority.
Four individuals have been sentenced to jail for attacks on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans in Amsterdam. The violence targeted individuals of Jewish descent and supporters of the team. The court acknowledged instances of antisemitism in messaging groups but rejected claims of terrorism.
The Bishops of Hereford and Worcester highlight the significance of joy amidst troubled times and express solidarity with those facing conflict and disaster.
Israel confirms it killed Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran. Talks between Hamas and Israel were reportedly 90% complete, but key issues remained. The conflict between Israel and Hamas has resulted in a high number of casualties and has drawn criticism from humanitarian and rights groups.
Former Israeli agents have revealed details of how the Hezbollah pager attacks in Lebanon were carried out. The agents, speaking in an interview, explained that Mossad had concealed explosive devices inside walkie-talkies and pagers that were unknowingly purchased by Hezbollah. The explosions caused widespread casualties and panic, leading to intense conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The attacks have been condemned by Lebanon and the UN's human rights chief.
President Joe Biden has commuted 37 out of 40 federal death sentences, including that of former New Orleans police officer Len Davis. However, Dzhokhar Tsarnaev, Dylann Roof, and Robert Bowers will remain on death row.
Guatemala police clash with Jewish sect over 160 at-risk children. Sect members try to abduct children from care centre, but authorities intercept them.
BBC reporter returns to his childhood home in the Yarmouk refugee camp in Damascus, which was destroyed during the Syrian civil war.
BBC reporter returns to his childhood home in Yarmouk refugee camp, which was destroyed in the Syrian civil war.
Syria's new leader wants all weapons and armed factions under state control. Israel targets abandoned school and hospital in Gaza. Woman shares online exchange with Saudi man accused of murder. Ugandan athlete completes run from Cape Town to London.
HMS Dragon, a Royal Navy warship, has been granted the freedom of Wrexham, the first Navy vessel to receive this honour since World War Two. The ship has been involved in notable operations, including a major drug seizure in the Middle East. Other recipients of the freedom include Wrexham FC owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, former Prime Minister David Lloyd George, and the Royal Welsh.
Dozens killed in Israeli strikes on school and hospital in Gaza City. Ceasefire deal said to be closer than ever.
Saudi Arabia accuses Germany of ignoring warnings about a suspect in the market attack who had been granted asylum and was known for his activism against Islam.
The German ambassador to the UK talks about the Christmas market attack in Magdeburg, Gaza reports casualties from Israeli attacks, and Deo Kato completes his run from Cape Town to London.
Syria's £4.5bn drug empire, fueled by the production of Captagon, an addictive amphetamine-like pill, has thrived amid a broken economy and mass displacement of Syrians.
The fall of the Assad regime has put Russia's military bases in Syria at risk, impacting their presence in Africa.
The US military has conducted airstrikes on Houthi targets in Yemen after the group fired a ballistic missile at Israel, causing injuries.
Negotiations for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal between Israel and Hamas are almost finished, with a few remaining issues to be resolved, according to a senior Palestinian official.
A Houthi missile strike in Tel Aviv has injured more than a dozen people. The missile was launched from Yemen and landed in a public park. The rebel group claimed to have hit a military target using a hypersonic ballistic missile.
Rio de Janeiro's Pure Third Command gang, known as the Israel Complex, uses religious symbols on their drugs and combines fanatical evangelical Christianity with criminal activities.
Two men deny plotting an Islamic State group-inspired gun attack on the Jewish community in the UK. They are accused of arranging for the purchase and delivery of firearms, conducting reconnaissance, and making plans of attack.
Hanukkah is a celebration of the Jews' victory over the Greeks and their freedom to practice their religion. The festival lasts for eight days and light plays a significant role.
Palestinian children from Gaza have arrived in Ireland for medical treatment. Health Minister Stephen Donnelly thanked those involved and condemned the attacks in Gaza. The children arrived in Dublin with the help of the Slovakian government and via Egypt, which has accepted many medevac patients during the conflict.
Kenyan business student Nelson Amenya leaked details of a proposed agreement between Kenya and the Adani Group, an Indian multinational, regarding the management of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).
Mohammed Nafees Ahmed, a self-styled 'keyboard warrior' and Hamas supporter, has been jailed for threatening Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer with a knife emoji on social media.
Keir Starmer to be grilled by senior MPs on global affairs and security, including Syria, Lebanon, and Ukraine.
Russian President Vladimir Putin will address the nation in his end-of-year speech, discussing domestic and global issues, including Russia's war in Ukraine and potentially sending a message to the incoming US administration.
A panel of experts discuss the history and future of the conflict in the Middle East, focusing on the Six Day War and its lasting impact.
Satellite images show Russia moving equipment at Syrian bases, possibly as a precautionary measure during negotiations with the new government in Damascus.
UN envoy Geir Pedersen urges Syria's new leaders to fulfill their promises on human rights and calls for an end to Israel's actions in the Golan Heights. He also emphasizes the need for stability and the safe return of refugees in northern Syria.
22-year-old Palestinian-Chilean singer Elyanna discusses her identity, collaboration with Coldplay, and her mission to spread the message of her home through music and art.
Facebook restricts Palestinian news outlets during Israel-Gaza war, while Instagram increases moderation of user comments. Meta denies intentional suppression.
US officials confirm 'direct contact' with Syria rebel group during meeting in Jordan to support peaceful transition process.
EU nationals will need to obtain an ETA before entering the UK starting in 2025, as part of efforts to streamline entry and enhance security.
Israel has taken advantage of the disarray in Syrian command structures, launching air strikes and seizing strategic positions.
Maccabi Tel Aviv will face Rīgas FS in the UEFA Europa League, marking the first ever meeting between an Israeli and Latvian side in a major European competition.
Israel has taken control of the Golan buffer zone after Syrian troops left their posts, following the capture of Damascus by rebel fighters.
A mother and her family faced living conditions with rats, storms, and restricted access on the military island of Diego Garcia.
Thousands of RAF bomber crews from World War Two who were previously unrecognized will be honored after their names were discovered through extensive research.
California shooting suspect gained access to school using a fake story and targeted it due to its church affiliation. Gunman left a note explaining his motive. Two kindergarten-aged children were seriously injured in the shooting.
Nick Robinson investigates the rise in migration from Turkey to Europe and the challenges faced by border forces.
Rebels have captured the city of Hama, a significant setback for President Assad's forces in Syria. President Macron addresses France amidst political unrest. Former acting chief of staff Mick Mulvaney speaks out.
Syrian rebels have taken control of Aleppo, prompting discussions about the future of President Assad's regime.
Amnesty accuses Israel of committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza, while Israel denies the allegations.
A panel of experts examines the history and legacy of Yasser Arafat in relation to the conflict in the Middle East.
The bodies of six Israeli hostages and six Hamas fighters have been recovered in Gaza. The hostages' deaths are believed to be related to a previous strike on a Hamas site.
An MP is pushing for better recording of Sikhs and Jews as ethnic groups to address inequality and discrimination they face.
Syrian government forces and rebels are clashing outside the city of Hama, as rebels gain de facto control over territory containing 7 million people.
Former IDF reservist Yuval Green is refusing to fight in Gaza after witnessing the devastation and horror of the conflict.
Israeli and Hezbollah strikes test truce limits in Lebanon ceasefire.
Former world champion Israel Vazquez has passed away at 46 after battling cancer. Vazquez had a successful career and a famous rivalry with Rafael Marquez.
Trump warns Hamas of severe consequences if hostages are not released by January 20, 2025. US seeks ceasefire in Gaza.
Kate Middleton will attend a state banquet for the Qatari state visit, despite concerns over Qatar's human rights record.
The BBC has revealed its list of 100 inspiring and influential women from around the world for 2024, celebrating their resilience and commitment to driving change.
Rihab Faour and her family have been displaced multiple times due to Israeli bombings in Lebanon. They recently enrolled their daughters in a new school in Beirut.
The war in Syria is escalating, not subsiding, as evidenced by recent events. Bashar al-Assad's rule survived the decade-long war due to support from powerful allies such as Russia, Iran, and Lebanese Hezbollah.
The UN has suspended aid deliveries through the main Gaza crossing due to violent thefts by criminal gangs, which have become the main obstacle to distributing supplies.
Labour leader Keir Starmer is set to unveil a new plan with measurable targets and milestones to prioritize and hold ministers accountable for delivering meaningful change. The plan aims to address major problems in public services and finances left by the previous government.
Thousands visit memorial to former Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah at the site of his death.
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