What’s happening in Israel and Gaza? What is Hamas? A really simple guide
What is the background to the Palestinian militant group Hamas and its latest attack on Israel?
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Israel's military says it has regained control of communities on Gaza border
The military clears areas seized by Hamas two days ago, but it says gunmen may still be at large.
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'Nobody could help us' - Shock and anger in Israel's Ashkelon
Many people are shocked at how their powerful security forces were overwhelmed by Hamas.
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How an Israel music festival turned into a nightmare after Hamas attack
Festival-goers describe mass panic as they fled and hid in bushes as a trance music party came under attack.
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Israeli-Gaza conflict: Escalation deepens humanitarian crisis
A BBC reporter in Gaza says the conflict has deepened the plight of Gazans, and many fear worse to come.
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Israeli forces fight to drive out Hamas militants and free hostages
Troops still trying to clear areas seized by Hamas, as dozens of Israeli hostages still missing.
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