Bowen: Israel blindsided by most serious attack in a generation
Risk of flare-up between Palestinian militants and Israel has been deepening for months, writes Jeremy Bowen
1970-01-01 08:00
How did Israeli intelligence fail to stop major attack from Gaza?
Israeli officials tell BBC an investigation into Gaza's surprise attack will go on for years.
1970-01-01 08:00
The lives upended by colonial rule in the Middle East
British and French control of the region a century ago came at a cost which is felt until this day.
1970-01-01 08:00
Egypt fire: At least 38 injured in blaze at police complex
Around 50 ambulances sent to the facility, with people being treated for asphyxiation and burns.
1970-01-01 08:00
Iraq wedding fire: What do we know?
More than 100 people have been killed by a blaze that swept through a wedding party in Qaraqosh.
1970-01-01 08:00
Five Americans freed in Iran prisoner swap land in US
The four men and one woman return to the US after $6bn of frozen Iranian funds were released.
1970-01-01 08:00
UK, France and Germany to keep nuclear sanctions on Iran
The three nations say Iran is in breach of the 2015 nuclear deal by producing enriched uranium.
1970-01-01 08:00
Families of Syria's disappeared duped by fraudsters
Syrians trying to find information about "missing" prisoners, are finding themselves paying thousands to fraudsters.
1970-01-01 08:00
Qatar country profile
Provides an overview of Qatar, including key dates and facts about this Middle Eastern country.
1970-01-01 08:00
Israel: Police clash with Eritrean asylum seekers
Dozens of people are reported injured in Tel Aviv as demonstrations turn violent.
1970-01-01 08:00
Golan Heights profile
Provides an overview of the Golan Heights, a strategically key Syrian territory occupied by Israel.
1970-01-01 08:00
Lebanon country profile
Provides an overview of Lebanon, including key dates and facts about this Middle Eastern country.
1970-01-01 08:00