Steve Witkoff meets Qatari officials in Doha as president-elect warns of ‘hell to pay’ without Israel-Hamas deal
Polish premier insists ICC warrant will not be enforced after President Duda demands immunity for Israeli leader
Rules on deportations and taking part in elections seen as deepening systemic inequality of Palestinians in the country
Decision by federal court hailed as ‘groundbreaking’ by pro-Palestinian group that raised allegations over war crimes
Last-minute show of support for US president’s close ally as he nears his final days in office
There are few grounds for optimism over the Palestinian question but the west can help Syria get back on its feet
PA suspends broadcaster following extensive coverage of its crackdown on West Bank militants
Attack on Kamal Adwan comes as Israel steps up offensive that began in October
Boss of World Health Organisation among those present during Israel’s strike on Sana’a airport
Israel has achieved military success, but only peace can guarantee its security
From Gaza and Lebanon to Syria, the region has experienced a year of multiple devastating conflicts
Nightly calls from pontiff comfort Palestinians sheltering in churches for a second Christmas
Many in the west will find comfort that these historical transformations have been contained but complacency is dangerous
A visual guide to the conflict and its regional impact on the Middle East
Human Rights Watch alleges attacks on infrastructure and repair workers contribute to thousands of deaths
Strikes on port and energy infrastructure aim to weaken Iran-backed group’s military capabilities
Bezalel Smotrich and ultranationalists in cabinet criticise renewed push for an agreement
Diplomats press for deal that would include release of hostages before Donald Trump takes office in US
People endure extreme food scarcity as looters and IDF attacks on Palestinians guarding convoys choke off supplies
Human rights group criticises attacks on civilians where no evidence was found of any potential military targets
Netanyahu has justified the incursion as a temporary move to protect Israeli citizens
Steven Witkoff held talks with Netanyahu and Sheikh Mohammed to discuss deal ahead of inauguration
Families of those held in enclave urge Isaac Herzog to keep issue in focus for incoming Trump administration
Minister’s vow to ‘go deeper’ if hostilities resume comes after deadly Israeli air strikes severely test truce
US president-elect’s comments come as Gaza ceasefire talks fail to make progress
