Iran's Ayatollah responded to Trump's offer of negotiations, stating that some bully governments insist on negotiations for the purpose of domination. Iran has rapidly advanced its nuclear program in recent years, leading to increased tensions and the possibility of military action.

Iran's Supreme leader criticizes 'bullying' countries in response to Trump's letter demanding talks on Iran's nuclear program.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to deliver the Spring Statement, with speculation over whether she will break her self-imposed rules on borrowing. The Treasury has drafted plans for spending cuts, with welfare spending believed to be targeted. Other possible announcements include a debateable tax hiking policy and the extension of the freeze on income tax thresholds.

Fourteen people were killed in Russian attacks across Ukraine, following the United States' restrictions on Ukraine's access to satellite imagery and military aid.

European leaders support Arab plan for Gaza, calling for temporary governance by independent experts and international peacekeepers.

The Trump-owned Turnberry resort in Scotland has been vandalized by a pro-Palestine group, Palestine Action, as a protest against Donald Trump's treatment of Gaza and US-Israeli colonialism in the Palestinian homeland.

Greg Jenner is joined by Professor Jonathan Morris and comedian Sophie Duker to learn all about the bittersweet history of coffee.

Preliminary study suggests that MDMA may have protected survivors of the Nova music festival attack from trauma.

The US Department of Education is cutting funding from Columbia University due to the university's inaction against harassment of Jewish students.

Maya Youssef and Ben Gernon add five more tracks to the playlist, taking listeners on a musical journey from Syria to Hamburg.

A man has been charged after a suspected acid attack in Plymouth. The accused is facing multiple charges including applying a destructive substance with intent to harm.

Amie explores the world of matchmaking and questions if tradition can save her love life in the modern world.

Amie Liebowitz interviews matchmaker and dating coach Aleeza Ben Shalom from the Netflix show Jewish Matchmaker and explores the traditional values of matchmaking.

Conservative peer Lord Hamilton has apologised after making insensitive comments about the Jewish community paying for their own Holocaust memorial.

Scientists have found a new part of the immune system that can produce antibiotics, offering a solution to drug-resistant superbugs.

The US is directly negotiating with Hamas leaders for the release of American hostages in Gaza, a departure from decades of US policy. Trump is willing to risk appearing hypocritical and bypassing America's Israeli allies to advance his dealmaking goals.

29 children in need of medical treatment have been evacuated from Gaza to Jordan under an agreement between Israel and Jordan, with support from the United States.

A second nurse has been charged over a video in which she and another nurse allegedly threatened and refused to treat Israeli patients. The incident comes amid a wave of antisemitic attacks and rising incidents of islamophobia in Australia.

The BBC's director general, Tim Davie, has explained the decision to remove a documentary about Gaza from iPlayer due to 'lost trust' in the film. The film faced criticism for its 13-year-old narrator's connection to Hamas. The BBC has apologised for 'serious flaws' in the film's making and is conducting a forensic analysis to understand what happened.

The Gaza ceasefire is in danger as Israel halts humanitarian aid and accusations of violating international humanitarian law arise.

Israel has extended the Gaza ceasefire for six weeks, with the condition that half of the remaining hostages held by Hamas will be released on the first day.

Prince Andrew's potential financial deal with SBC for the Pitch@Palace project is likely to fall through, as no agreement was reached and no transactions were made, according to sources close to SBC.

An Illinois landlord has been convicted for the murder of a Palestinian-American boy after attacking the child's mother and stabbing the boy 26 times.

The BBC is facing questions and potential loss of trust after a documentary about Gaza contained serious errors and failed to provide transparency about the child narrator's family story.

President Donald Trump made several major moves this week, including hosting foreign leaders at the White House and addressing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.

The BBC has apologized for significant flaws in a documentary about Gaza, which was removed from the network. The production company is working with the BBC to address the mistakes and the impact on the network's reputation.

The BBC has acknowledged serious flaws in the making of the programme 'Gaza: How To Survive A Warzone' and takes full responsibility for the impact on its reputation. The documentary failed to meet the BBC's expectations and damaged the trust of its audiences.

Israel's military publishes its first report on the failures during Hamas's 7 October 2023 attack, concluding that the IDF 'failed in its mission to protect Israeli civilians'.

The BBC has apologized and removed a documentary from its platform after concerns were raised about its content, which centered on a boy with connections to Hamas. The incident has damaged trust in the BBC's journalism.

Donald Trump shares AI video of Gaza and Elon Musk faces fallout from email to federal workers.

Israel and Hamas have reached a ceasefire deal, with Hamas agreeing to hand over four hostages' bodies and Israel releasing more than 600 Palestinian prisoners.

As Keir Starmer meets Donald Trump, the question arises of how Britain should deal with the US President and his controversial stance on Ukraine and other global issues.

Thousands of Israelis mourn the loss of Shiri Bibas and her two sons, Ariel and Kfir, who were killed while being held hostage in Gaza. The funeral procession was accompanied by public eulogies and televised coverage, with crowds watching on large screens in Tel Aviv's Hostages' Square.

A magistrate and Bristol City councillor has been warned for sharing a Hamas video about the 2023 attacks on Israel.

The Conservative Senedd leader has called for the closure of the Welsh government's 20 offices abroad, arguing that the saved funds should be used for key public services. The Welsh government defends the offices, stating that they help link Wales with the world and support trade and investment.

Hamas and Israeli officials have reached an agreement to resolve the issue of delayed release of Palestinian prisoners, with the bodies of the Israeli hostages to be handed over by Hamas.

The article discusses the failed attempt to reach a two-state solution in the Middle East, with Israeli Prime Minister Olmert and Palestinian leader Abbas unable to agree on the terms. The plan involved evacuating most of the West Bank and faced challenges due to the presence of settlers and the risk of violence. The article also mentions the complicated situation in Gaza and the missed opportunity for Abbas to sign the deal.

Israel has increased its military operation in the occupied West Bank, deploying tanks and expelling residents from refugee camps.

Israel has expelled residents from three West Bank refugee camps, causing forced displacement and damage to infrastructure. Israeli forces are preventing the return of residents and intensifying their operation. The prime minister has ordered increased operational activity in response to a suspected terror attack. The West Bank settlements are considered illegal under international law.

Large crowds gather for the funeral of Hezbollah's former leader Hassan Nasrallah, who was killed in an Israeli air strike in Beirut in September.

The Gaza ceasefire is in jeopardy as Israel and Hamas accuse each other of breaking the terms of the agreement, leading to threats of all-out war. Talks on the second phase have not yet begun, and time is running out as the first phase nears its end.

Israel delays Palestinian prisoner release as hostages are freed, accusing Hamas of violations and demeaning ceremonies.

Six Israeli hostages have been released by Hamas in Gaza and handed over to the Red Cross, while over six hundred Palestinian prisoners will be released by Israel in exchange.

Six Israeli hostages have been freed and more than 600 Palestinian prisoners are set to be released as part of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas.

Stories from Ukraine, the United States, The Gambia, and Uzbekistan, including the disappearance of people in Ukraine during Russia's invasion.

Daniel Lifschitz speaks out against Hamas for the death of his grandfather and calls for a generation free from Hamas for peace.

Israeli PM accuses Hamas of violating ceasefire in Gaza, father of released hostage speaks out.

Israel is looking into reports that Hamas has handed over the body of hostage Shiri Bibas to the Red Cross, after previously stating that a different body was handed over.

The family of Shiri Bibas is calling for her return after the bodies of her sons and a peace activist were identified. Israel claims the boys were murdered by terrorists in captivity, while Hamas had previously said they were killed in an Israeli air strike.

Israel disputes Hamas' claim that the body returned from Gaza was that of Shiri Bibas, causing further complications in the ceasefire agreement.

Sinn Féin is taking a risk by changing their St Patrick's Day plans in response to President Trump's policies, which have drawn international criticism.

Police in Israel are investigating a suspected terror attack involving three buses in Bat Yam, south of Tel Aviv. No casualties have been reported.

Ukraine holds valuable mineral deposits, but President Zelensky refuses to exchange access for aid or compensation.

Senior White House officials will hold a news briefing to discuss the administration's policies and recent developments, including talks with Russia in Saudi Arabia and Trump's policy towards Ukraine.

The bodies of four Israeli hostages have been returned, causing anguish for the country. The handover by Hamas and other Palestinian armed groups was politically charged, with posters highlighting the consequences of Israel's military campaign in Gaza. The coffins were draped with Israeli flags and prayers were offered at a military ceremony. The bodies are now being formally identified at the Abu Kabir forensic institute.

Hamas is set to hand over the first dead bodies of hostages, triggering an outpouring of grief in Israel.

The family of an Israeli hostage held in captivity for 16 months said they barely recognised him when he first appeared on their television screens.

Holocaust survivor and historian Marian Turski dies at 98. He emphasized the dangers of indifference and the rise of antisemitism in his remarks on the liberation of Auschwitz.

Israeli hostage is released after 490 days, only to find out that his family was killed during his captivity.

Eli Sharabi, who was held hostage by Hamas, is finally reunited with his family after over a year. His wife and daughters were tragically killed during his captivity.

Former MP Ruth George has been deselected ahead of local elections despite her record of standing against antisemitism and support from the Labour Party.

European leaders meet in Paris, Saudi Arabia negotiates with the US on Gaza, and other topics covered include reintroducing wolves to the Scottish Highlands and a documentary on young people in Gaza.

European leaders meet on Ukraine crisis, US and Russia hold talks, and other stories on the program include Gaza and a papal election movie.

Saudi Arabia is enhancing its role on the world stage and seeking closer relationships with key rivals to the US. The return of Donald Trump to the White House aligns with the Saudis' interests. The war in Gaza may complicate negotiations for a peace deal between Saudi Arabia and Israel.

A property boss in Merseyside hid his fraud jail time behind a new name and manipulated identities to make it appear as though an investor was buying properties.

US and Russia to hold peace talks in Saudi Arabia regarding Ukraine war.

Conclave and The Brutalist were the top winners at the Bafta film awards, each taking home four awards. Other winners included Mikey Madison and Kieran Culkin. The ceremony was hosted by David Tennant and featured performances by James McAvoy and Colman Domingo.

US and Russia hold peace talks in Saudi Arabia without inviting Ukraine, prompting concerns over the exclusion of key parties.

US envoy to meet Russian officials for Ukraine talks in Saudi Arabia, while European states plan emergency summit.

Jewish and Muslim leaders sign historic agreement in the UK, Ludovic Mohamed Zahed challenges conventional understandings of Islam, Doves reunite with new album, Church of England's General Synod faces controversy over communion practices.

Abandoned bases in Syria once belonging to Iran and its affiliated groups reveal a hasty retreat and a decade-long presence unraveled in mere weeks.

US envoy says Europe will not be part of Ukraine peace talks

Israeli hostages and Palestinian inmates have been freed in a ceasefire swap between Hamas and Israel.

Family, friends and supporters celebrated across Israel as three more hostages were released by Hamas.

Young voters in Germany support the far-right AfD party, Afghanistan sees little change under Taliban control, Jordan's King rejects plans to transfer Palestinians, Spain faces olive theft, and Morocco's film industry faces challenges.

Multiple Israeli hostages abducted by Hamas have been released at different times, including Eli Sharabi, Ofer Kalderon, Yarden Bibas, Keith Siegel, Agam Berger, Arbel Yehud, Gadi Moses, Naama Levy, Daniela Gilboa, Karina Ariev, Liri Albag, Emily Damari, Doron Steinbrecher, and Romi Gonen.

Hamas will release three Israeli hostages in exchange for the freedom of Palestinian prisoners, following concerns over the Gaza ceasefire and threats of resumed attacks on Gaza.

A Unifil peacekeeper was injured in an attack on a convoy in Lebanon. Both the Prime Minister and the Lebanese army condemned the attack and pledged to arrest those involved.

Egypt-US relations are being tested as President Trump's post-war vision proposes displacing two million Palestinians to Egypt and Jordan, causing concern among Egyptians about the potential for instability and extremism in their country. Egypt's President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi is launching a diplomatic blitz to convey that this idea is not feasible and is also threatening to reconsider its peace treaty with Israel. Egypt hopes to devise its own plan for Gaza reconstruction to avoid mass displacement and boost its economy.

Hamas has announced the name of a hostage to be freed on Saturday as part of the ceasefire agreement with Israel. Israel has warned of resuming bombing if the releases are delayed.

The Middle East blind mole rat lives a solitary life underground, only interacting with others during mating season.

Abram Ishako, caretaker of the oldest synagogue in Central Asia, recites the Haqqoni prayer and discusses its significance in Central Asian culture and the impact of the Bukharan Jewish population's migration.

EU chief accuses Trump of appeasing Russia over Ukraine, Israel's hostage families speak out, and Germany's AFD gains popularity.

Hamas will release hostages as part of the Gaza ceasefire deal, with mediators working to overcome obstacles. Israel denies reports of progress in bridging the gaps between the two sides.

Scarlett Johansson calls out the 'misuse of AI' in a deepfake video featuring Kanye West promoting anti-Semitism. The video was taken down by Shopify for policy violations, and the incident highlights the prevalence of fake ads featuring celebrities online.

Rory McIlroy believes Donald Trump is on the PGA Tour's side in the dispute with LIV Golf, as Trump expressed his dislike for LIV's format. The PGA Tour seeks Trump's help in negotiations with Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund.

Tension between South Africa and the US has escalated after President Trump threatened to cut future funding over the country's land expropriation policy. Trump accused South Africa of confiscating land and taking aggressive positions against the US and Israel.

Deborah Turness, CEO of BBC News, warns of the threat of 'distortion' in trusted information caused by Generative AI. Research conducted by BBC News shows 'significant issues' with the answers generated by AI assistants, including factual errors and injected opinions. Apple has paused its AI feature for news summaries after serious issues were brought to their attention. Turness calls for a conversation between news brands, AI tech providers, and regulators to find solutions and ensure accurate and trustworthy information in the online world.

Israel seeks extension for Lebanon withdrawal despite Lebanese government's insistence on complete withdrawal by Tuesday.

Efforts to save the Gaza ceasefire are underway as regional mediators intensify diplomatic efforts. A Hamas delegation is in Cairo for talks to contain the crisis, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has given an ultimatum. The situation has been complicated by mixed messaging and US President Donald Trump's plan for a US takeover of Gaza.

Israel warns Hamas to return hostages or face military operations, causing anxiety for both sides of the conflict.

Donald Trump spoke to Vladimir Putin about ending the war in Ukraine and starting negotiations immediately. He thanked Putin for his time and effort and expressed hope for a successful conclusion soon.

The BBC has introduced Dars, an Arabic educational programme, to assist children in the Middle East and North Africa who have been unable to attend school due to conflicts.

President Trump insists on US takeover of Gaza despite opposition from Jordan and global condemnation.

A worker in Yemen dies in detention in a Houthi-held area, adding to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the country.

The Israeli military confirms that an elderly man taken hostage in the Gaza attack was killed and his body taken back to Gaza. Prime Minister Netanyahu expresses condolences and promises to continue efforts to return all hostages.