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History Illustrated: The story of Hamas and its fight for Palestine
From its inception, Hamas has chosen armed resistance in its efforts to liberate Palestine from Israeli occupation.
Israeli PM Netanyahu, opposition leader Gantz to form emergency unity gov’t
The two leaders agree to form a war cabinet comprising Netanyahu, Gantz and Defence Minister Yoav Gallant.
What is the Palestinian Authority and what is its relationship with Israel?
Set up in the mid-90s as an interim body on the path to Palestinian statehood, the PA faces a crisis of legitimacy
Israeli flags adorn EU buildings after Hamas attacks. Is the bloc united?
An EU official says the bloc's response to the Israel-Hamas war signals hypocrisy, as divisions emerge.
Collective punishment of millions in Gaza not justified: Humza Yousaf
Scotland's first minister calls for creation of humanitarian corridor to allow people to leave enclave and aid to enter.
Australia vs South Africa: ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 match preview
Australia face buoyant South Africa on another spin-friendly pitch when they meet for their second match in Lucknow.
How are Palestinian children affected by the Israel-Hamas war?
The Israeli air strikes have resulted in the deaths of hundreds of children in Gaza, the total blockade poses risks.
Can Netanyahu survive Hamas’s attack on Israel?
Israelis are realising government failures enabled Hamas's attack, but that may not be enough to bring Netanyahu down.
US announces $200m military assistance package for Ukraine
US package is the first to be announced since Congress dropped new funding for Kyiv to avoid a government shutdown.
How big is Israel’s military and how much funding does it get from the US?
Israel has one of the world’s most powerful militaries, bolstered by more than $3.8bn of military aid a year from the US