NewsMiddle EastLIVETrump threatens to 'obliterate' Iran's energy facilities if deal not reached 'shortly'Meanwhile, attacks continue in Iran, Lebanon, and across the region - with a refinery in Israel set on fire by debris from an intercepted missile.How the US could try to seize Iran's Kharg IslandDonald Trump has indicated he could send troops to take control of Iran's key oil export terminal.7 hrs agoWorldTwo Indonesian UN peacekeepers killed in explosion in LebanonIt is the second fatal incident in the last 24 hours, Unifil says, after Israel expanded its operation against Hezbollah.3 hrs agoMiddle EastMost Syrian refugees in Germany expected to return home in three years, Merz saysMerz’s government has taken a tougher line on refugees and migrants, amid surging support for the anti-immigration AfD party.2 hrs agoWorldPalestinians convicted of deadly attacks face death penalty under new Israeli lawThe new law, passed on Monday, was pushed hard by the far-right and Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.1 hr agoMiddle East'Like a dream': Gaza mother reunited with evacuated baby daughterSundus al-Kurd was separated from her new-born when Shifa hospital was evacuated more than two years ago during the Gaza war.1 hr agoMiddle EastLatin Patriarch will have access to Jerusalem holy site after police stopped entryThe Israeli PM says Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa had been asked not to enter the church over concerns about Iranian strikes.9 hrs agoWorldPotential Houthi threat to Red Sea shipping could further damage global economyThe Iran-backed group could bring a second crucial waterway to a standstill, writes Sebastian Usher.Tears and defiance as Lebanese family bury child, 11, killed in Israeli strikeJawad Younes and his uncle Ragheb were laid to rest on Saturday after their family compound was hit a day earlier. Palestinian man killed as death toll from West Bank settler violence climbsMohammad al-Malhi is the seventh Palestinian killed by a settler in a surge of violence since the start of the war with Iran.Three Lebanese journalists killed in Israeli strike, say broadcastersThe Israeli military confirms it killed Ali Shoeib and Mohamed Ftouni, alleging they also belonged to Hezbollah's military wing.UN human rights chief calls on US to conclude probe into Iran school strikeThe strike - which killed at least 168 people, mostly children - "evoked a visceral horror", Volker Türk said.Features'My daughter is under the rubble': Inside Tehran as civilian toll of strikes risesOne month since the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran, Tehran residents tell the BBC their lives have been devastated.Is Trump's pause on attacking Iranian energy for diplomacy or an escalation?The US president's commitment to deadlines is fluid but he uses them for a purpose, writes the BBC's James Landale.How the Hormuz closure could affect food, medicines and smartphonesThe price of a wide range of goods - from food, to smartphones, to medicines - could be affected by the US-Israel war with Iran.Why did US and Israel attack Iran and how long could the war last?Conflict has spread across the Middle East since the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran on 28 February. A committed pharmacist and a homesick blogger – the Iranian civilians killed in the warThe toll on civilians is mounting fast as the US-Israeli war on Iran continues.Watch/ListenVideo shows US missile likely used in deadly strike on Iranian town, experts sayThe analysts identified a Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) in footage of the strike on the southern town of Lamerd.Hundreds in Beirut mourn journalists killed in Israeli strikeBBC reports from the funerals of three journalists killed by a targeted attack in southern Lebanon.'Our home is gone': BBC speaks to displaced families in LebanonThe BBC's Hugo Bachega speaks to families in Beirut as more than a million people have been displaced in Lebanon.Why is it so hard to pass through the Strait of Hormuz?Paul Adams explains why it is so dangerous to navigate the strait, one of the world's busiest oil shipping channels.US is 'negotiating with itself' says Iranian military following Trump commentsThe comments from the Iranian military come following Donald Trump's claim that Iran wanted a deal "so bad" Latest updates1 hr ago'Like a dream': Gaza mother reunited with evacuated baby daughterSundus al-Kurd was separated from her new-born when Shifa hospital was evacuated more than two years ago during the Gaza war.1 hr ago1 hr agoPalestinians convicted of deadly attacks face death penalty under new Israeli lawThe new law, passed on Monday, was pushed hard by the far-right and Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.1 hr ago3 hrs agoTwo Indonesian UN peacekeepers killed in explosion in LebanonIt is the second fatal incident in the last 24 hours, Unifil says, after Israel expanded its operation against Hezbollah.3 hrs ago10 hrs agoGovernment must do more to help detained Brits in UAE, advocacy group saysThe UK Foreign Office says it is giving consular assistance to "a small number of British nationals" that have been detained there after allegedly taking pictures of Iranian attacks. 10 hrs ago13 hrs agoThree Lebanese journalists killed in Israeli strike, say broadcastersThe Israeli military confirms it killed Ali Shoeib and Mohamed Ftouni, alleging they also belonged to Hezbollah's military wing.13 hrs ago1 day agoPhotos show heavily damaged US radar jet at Saudi baseUS Central Command has not yet publicly commented on the incident.1 day ago1 day agoHundreds in Beirut mourn journalists killed in Israeli strikeBBC reports from the funerals of three journalists killed by a targeted attack in southern Lebanon.1 day ago1 day agoIranian attacks across Gulf continue as major industrial sites hitA number of people are said to have been injured after attacks on aluminium sites in the UAE and Bahrain.1 day ago2 days agoIran-backed Houthis join war with attack against IsraelThere are fears the Iranian proxy may attack shipping in the Red Sea, adding to global economic woes.2 days ago...
