NewsMiddle EastIsraeli minister Smotrich says ICC prosecutor seeking warrant for his arrestThe Hague-based court declines to comment, saying applications for warrants are classified as secret.6 hrs agoMiddle EastKey people smuggler arrested after BBC uncovered identityThe 28-year-old's network is thought to have transported thousands of illegal migrants into the UK.6 hrs agoUKTrump warns 'clock is ticking' for Iran as peace progress stallsOn Monday Iran said it had responded to the latest US proposal and that exchanges with Washington were continuing.2 days agoUS & Canada'This may be the last time you hear my voice': Political executions surge in Iran since start of warSince the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February, the UN says it’s verified the execution of at least 32 political prisoners. 2 days agoMiddle EastTrump says he called off new Iran attack at request of Gulf statesThe US president says he is holding off on an attack planned for Tuesday as "serious negotiations are now taking place".1 day agoWorldIsraeli forces board Gaza-bound flotilla near Cyprus, activists sayThe Global Sumud Flotilla says commandos have intercepted more than 50 boats trying to breach the Gaza maritime blockade since Monday.3 hrs agoDeath toll from Israeli strikes on Lebanon passes 3,000, officials sayIt marks a grim milestone in the conflict between Israel and the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah since March, despite a nominal ceasefire.1 day agoMiddle EastUAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plantThe country is investigating the source of the strike, which it calls a "dangerous escalation".Hezbollah drone strike videos show evolving tactics against IsraelBBC Verify has examined dozens of videos of fibre-optic drone attacks carried out by the Lebanese armed group. Hamas confirms top commander killed in Israeli air strikeFriday's strike is the latest launched by Israel on Gaza despite a ceasefire with Hamas.Lebanon says six killed in Israeli strike as US announces ceasefire extensionPresident Trump announced the truce last month, but Israel and Hezbollah have continued to exchange fire since then.Palestinian leaders hold rare party meeting as polls show rising discontentThe Fatah faction elects top decision makers, but ordinary Palestinians feel the party and its leader are out of touch. FeaturesHezbollah support endures in south Lebanon as ceasefire fails to stop war with IsraelDespite continuing Israeli attacks and occupation, many people in the south still believe the armed group is the only force capable of defending them.Iranian activist tells BBC how fear of war restarting intensifies trauma of repressionA dissident in Tehran says she feels helpless and under immense psychological pressure.His father had just been buried. Then West Bank settlers forced him to dig up the bodyThe UN human rights office condemns incident as "'appalling and emblematic of the dehumanisation of Palestinians" in the West Bank.Fears of renewed Gaza war as Hamas disarmament talks stallIsraeli media reports suggest Israel is preparing to resume fighting because of the impasse in talks with Hamas.Bowen: Strait of Hormuz standoff raises risk of sliding back into all-out war The US and Iran's determination to keep the pressure on each other has put the fragile Gulf ceasefire in serious jeopardy. Watch/ListenBBC asks Trump if China will help open the Strait of HormuzThe BBC's Tom Bateman asked President Trump about China's willingness to pressure Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz.BBC on the ground during march through Jerusalem's Old CityTens of thousands of Israeli celebrants have marched through the area captured by Israel in the 1967 Arab-Israeli war.BBC speaks with civilians inside Iran struggling with impact of warIranian authorities have imposed an internet ban but using trusted sources, special correspondent Fergal Keane hears from those traumatised by conflict and government repression.Return of Palestine Marathon attracts thousands of runnersThousands of people have taken part in the Palestine Marathon, which returns to Bethlehem after a two-year pause over the Gaza War.Watch: The Lebanese neighbourhoods shattered by Israel's ten minute bombing raidThe BBC’s Nawal Al-Maghafi has been piecing together what happened on 8 April 2026, after one of the deadliest chapters in the country’s recent history.Latest updates6 hrs agoIsraeli minister Smotrich says ICC prosecutor seeking warrant for his arrestThe Hague-based court declines to comment, saying applications for warrants are classified as secret.6 hrs ago1 day agoDeath toll from Israeli strikes on Lebanon passes 3,000, officials sayIt marks a grim milestone in the conflict between Israel and the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah since March, despite a nominal ceasefire.1 day ago2 days ago'This may be the last time you hear my voice': Political executions surge in Iran since start of warSince the US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February, the UN says it’s verified the execution of at least 32 political prisoners. 2 days ago2 days agoUAE reports strike near Abu Dhabi nuclear power plantThe country is investigating the source of the strike, which it calls a "dangerous escalation".2 days ago3 days agoHezbollah drone strike videos show evolving tactics against IsraelBBC Verify has examined dozens of videos of fibre-optic drone attacks carried out by the Lebanese armed group. 3 days ago4 days agoHamas confirms top commander killed in Israeli air strikeFriday's strike is the latest launched by Israel on Gaza despite a ceasefire with Hamas.4 days ago4 days agoPalestinian leaders hold rare party meeting as polls show rising discontentThe Fatah faction elects top decision makers, but ordinary Palestinians feel the party and its leader are out of touch. 4 days ago4 days agoTrump says 20-year nuclear programme suspension by Iran would be enoughThe US president says Tehran has to show "real" commitment to removing nuclear fuel and stopping uranium enrichment.4 days ago4 days agoNew York Times defends journalist after Israel threatens to sueIsrael's prime minister says he has ordered legal action over an article which alleged Israeli security officials raped Palestinian detainees.4 days ago...
