A mass wedding in Khan Younis offered a glimpse of hope, but Gaza remains gripped by violence, quasi-anarchy, and Hamas's resurgence. Read the full analysis of the monumental obstacles to peace and aid.
A Pentagon report finds Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth violated policy by sharing Yemen strike details on Signal, endangering US forces. Calls for his resignation grow.
Ireland, Spain and the Netherlands lead a growing boycott of Eurovision 2026 after Israel is allowed to compete. Read the full statements and see which other countries are joining.
Israel will compete in Eurovision 2026 after EBU members backed rule changes. Spain, Ireland, and the Netherlands have announced a boycott. Read the latest developments.
Ireland, Spain and the Netherlands will boycott Eurovision 2026 after the EBU cleared Israel to compete without a vote. Discover the fallout and new contest rules.
Yasser Abu Shabab, commander of the Popular Forces, died from wounds after a violent clash. His death undermines Israel's efforts to build Palestinian proxies to confront Hamas in Gaza.
Israel announces the Rafah border crossing will open imminently, allowing Gazans to cross into Egypt under a EU-supervised mechanism. Read the latest updates.
Pope Leo brings plea for Christian-Muslim coexistence to Lebanon, a nation reeling from economic crisis and conflict. Read his powerful message of hope.
As Gaza ceasefire falters, Israeli strikes intensify in Lebanon and Syria. New report details mounting casualties, displacement, and allegations of war crimes across the region. Read the full analysis.
Pope Leo XIV addresses Lebanese leaders, urging peace as highest priority. Read his powerful message about resilience and regional stability in our exclusive coverage.
Pope Leo XIV delivers a powerful speech in Beirut, urging Lebanon's leaders to prioritise peace amidst regional conflict and Israeli airstrikes. Read his urgent message.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu formally requests a presidential pardon for bribery and fraud charges, arguing it would serve national unity. The 111-page submission follows Donald Trump's intervention.
Palestinian health ministry reports death toll surpasses 70,000 in Gaza conflict. Two children killed in recent strikes as ceasefire violations continue. Read the latest developments.
A damning UN report accuses Israel of systematic torture against Palestinian detainees, including children. Read the full investigation into alleged war crimes and impunity.
French historian Jean-Pierre Filiu presents convincing evidence that Israeli forces supported looters attacking Gaza aid convoys, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.
A British national was detained in Lebanon for allegedly spying for Israel after photographing defence ministry. Released after 12 days with UK Foreign Office support.
New research reveals a 900% surge in Green party support among young British Jews, driven by progressive values and Middle East policies. Explore the shifting political landscape.
Expert analysis reveals Israel's ongoing genocide in Gaza continues despite ceasefire rhetoric. Over 32,000 Palestinians killed as international community fails prevention obligations. Read the shocking truth.
Amnesty International reports Israel continues genocide in Gaza despite ceasefire, with 352 Palestinians killed since truce. Read the latest developments.
The Guardian addresses key corrections: Israeli airstrikes caused Iranian casualties, not US, and clarifies agency staff roles in Birmingham bin strike. Read the full details and how to submit complaints.
Israel and Hamas begin next phase of ceasefire negotiations as remains exchange continues. Turkish, Qatari and Egyptian officials discuss Gaza stabilisation force and reconstruction.
UN reveals Gaza faces £53bn+ reconstruction after war created 'human-made abyss'. Economy contracted 87%, pushing population into extreme poverty. Learn more about the devastating impact.
Israeli airstrike in Beirut kills five, wounds 28, dramatically escalating regional tensions. Analysis of Lebanon and Hezbollah responses to ongoing conflict.
UN calls for investigation as Israeli strikes kill 127 civilians in Lebanon since November ceasefire. Lebanon accuses Israel of violating international law.
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, a US and Israeli-backed aid group, will cease operations in July. Sky News analysis found its distributions correlated with a significant increase in deaths. Read the full investigation.
Pakistan launches deadly airstrikes on Afghan province of Khost, killing 10 including nine children. Taliban accuses Pakistan of sovereignty violation amid escalating tensions.
The US and Israel-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation ceases work after its distribution sites became flashpoints for deadly violence. Discover the full story behind the controversial aid model.
Temperatures soared to 37.3°C in Israel, smashing November records while Vietnam faces deadly floods and Australia braces for Cyclone Fina. Read the latest global weather extremes.
Israeli forces eliminate Hezbollah's military leader Haytham Ali Tabtabai in Beirut strike days before Pope Leo's Lebanon visit. Five killed in escalation.
Israeli forces target Hezbollah chief of staff in Beirut suburb strike. Latest escalation in cross-border conflict raises regional tensions. Read full analysis.