NewsNewsMiddle EastYemen separatist leader accused of treason as Saudi Arabia strikes forcesThe presidency also expels Aidarous al-Zubaidi, head of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council, after he fails to fly to Riyadh for talks.11 hrs agoMiddle EastThousands flee clashes between Syrian government and Kurdish fighters in AleppoAt least 12 people have reportedly been killed in the city, where the army is demanding Kurdish fighters leave two neighbourhoods.3 hrs agoMiddle EastIsrael's foreign minister on historic visit to SomalilandIn a controversial move, Israel became the first nation to acknowledge Somaliland as an independent state.1 day agoWorldProtests and US warnings shake Iran at its weakest point in yearsWar with Israel, a battered economy, and the swift loss of allies have left Iran vulnerable in the face of mounting protests.2 days agoMiddle EastUN rights chief says Israeli policy in West Bank 'resembles apartheid system'Israel says Volker Türk's office makes "absurd" accusations in a report that details what the UN calls "systemic discrimination" against Palestinians.4 hrs agoMiddle EastAt least 36 people killed during Iran protests, rights group saysMore than 2,000 people have also been arrested during the unrest, activists say, which began 10 days ago and has spread to most of Iran's provinces.1 day agoMiddle EastIran anti-government protests spread to majority of provinces, videos showVideos show that unrest has spread to more than 50 towns and cities, including pro-government heartlands.1 day agoMiddle EastIran protests enter ninth day as Trump renews intervention threatAt least 19 protesters have been killed during the unrest sparked by Iran's failing economy, human rights activists say.UK and France bomb underground IS arms bunker in SyriaRAF Typhoon jets joined French aircraft in a strike on an Islamic State group arms store in Syria, UK officials say.Trump warning over Iran protests 'reckless' says foreign minister The US president earlier said if peaceful protesters are killed, Washington "will come to their rescue".Saudi Arabia calls for Yemeni factions to attend 'dialogue' in RiyadhIt comes after clashes and an independence bid in southern Yemen bring Saudi and UAE-backed forces into confrontation.Israel to bar 37 aid groups as UK and EU warn of severe impact in GazaIsrael's move is criticised by 10 countries, which say the new registration rules for international NGOs are "restrictive" and "unacceptable".FeaturesWhich countries could be in Trump's sights after Venezuela?Trump has made numerous threats against other nations in Washington's orbit.What growing up in war does to a child's brain - and how it really affects them years laterFergal Keane has met thousands of traumatised children while reporting on conflicts. 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Bethlehem Christmas tree illuminated for first time since Gaza war beganHundreds gathered in Manger Square to bask in the festivities that included music, dancing and Santas bearing sweet treats.'The emotions that I kept locked, came out when I left Gaza'Hanya Aljamal, a teacher turned aid worker from Gaza, talks about the alienation she feels after being permitted to move to London to study last month.Popemobile becomes a mobile health clinic for Gaza childrenThe vehicle had transported the late Pope Francis on a visit to Bethlehem in 2014.Latest updates3 hrs agoThousands flee clashes between Syrian government and Kurdish fighters in AleppoAt least 12 people have reportedly been killed in the city, where the army is demanding Kurdish fighters leave two neighbourhoods.3 hrs ago4 hrs agoUN rights chief says Israeli policy in West Bank 'resembles apartheid system'Israel says Volker Türk's office makes "absurd" accusations in a report that details what the UN calls "systemic discrimination" against Palestinians.4 hrs ago11 hrs agoYemen separatist leader accused of treason as Saudi Arabia strikes forcesThe presidency also expels Aidarous al-Zubaidi, head of the UAE-backed Southern Transitional Council, after he fails to fly to Riyadh for talks.11 hrs ago1 day agoAt least 36 people killed during Iran protests, rights group saysMore than 2,000 people have also been arrested during the unrest, activists say, which began 10 days ago and has spread to most of Iran's provinces.1 day ago1 day agoIran anti-government protests spread to majority of provinces, videos showVideos show that unrest has spread to more than 50 towns and cities, including pro-government heartlands.1 day ago2 days agoProtests and US warnings shake Iran at its weakest point in yearsWar with Israel, a battered economy, and the swift loss of allies have left Iran vulnerable in the face of mounting protests.2 days ago4 days agoBBC reaches agreement with Israeli family for filming in home after 7 October without consentThe family who survived the Hamas attack in 2023 call the incident an “intrusion”.4 days ago5 days agoSaudi Arabia calls for Yemeni factions to attend 'dialogue' in RiyadhIt comes after clashes and an independence bid in southern Yemen bring Saudi and UAE-backed forces into confrontation.5 days ago6 days agoDeadly clashes between protesters and security forces as Iran unrest growsVideos on social media showed cars set on fire during running battles as protests entered their fifth day.6 days ago...
