Israel's cabinet discusses Gaza takeover plan

Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu is meeting his security cabinet to decide on whether to order a complete military takeover of the Gaza Strip. The meeting comes as Israel faces growing international pressure, including from its allies, to end the war in Gaza and allow more aid into the territory. We are joined by BBC Arabic reporter Sally Nabil with the latest.

The leaders of the US and Russia say they will meet, as soon as next week, to discuss the war in Ukraine. President Trump's deadline for Russia to agree a ceasefire in Ukraine or face more sweeping sanctions is due to expire on Friday. Our Washington, Ukraine and Russia experts answer audience questions about efforts to end the war.

Meanwhile President Trump's latest wave of country-specific tariffs has come into force. We speak to Washington-based journalists from countries who stand to be particularly badly hit.

A row over pasta has escalated into a minor international diplomatic spat after a British website published a recipe for a beloved Italian dish. It suggests that cacio e pepe, traditionally made only with three ingredients - pasta, black pepper, and pecorino cheese - could also be made with parmesan and butter. We speak to Italian chefs about the controversy.

Presenter: Mark Lowen
(Photo: Protesters demand the release of hostages held in Gaza and the end of the war outside Israeli PM Netanyahu's office, in Jerusalem, 7 August, 2025. Credit: Ronen Zvulun/Reuters)