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The UN's Human-Rights-Monitoring-Mission in Ukraine says June saw the highest monthly civilian casualties in three years, with 232 people killed. Audio
Russian drones swarm Kyiv in apparent shift of tactics
At least two people were killed, including a 22-year-old police officer and more than a dozen were wounded in the attacks, according to authorities.
Israeli strike kills children near Gaza clinic
An Israeli airstrike hit Palestinians near a medical centre in Gaza, killing 10 children and six adults, as ceasefire talks dragged on with no immediate deal expected.
Desperate Gaza doctors cram several babies into one incubator
It comes as hospitals warn that fuel shortages are forcing them to shut off vital services, putting patients' lives at risk.
Russia hits Ukraine with biggest aerial attack since war began
Ukraine has been hit by the biggest aerial attack from Russia since the war began. BBC's Ukraine Correspondent James Waterhouse spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Trump and Netanyahu meet amid ceasefire talks
US President Donald Trump has remained positive about Gaza ceasefire talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. US correspondent Mitch McCann spoke to Melissa Chan-Green. Audio
'Transit Areas' to resettle Palestinians in Gaza proposed
A proposal bearing the name of a controversial US-backed aid group describes a plan to build large-scale camps.
A Gaza ceasefire is the closest it has been in months. Here's what we know
With both sides now agreeing to a revised proposal, for the first time in months an agreement seems within reach. Audio
Gaza truce talks to resume
Public pressure is mounting on Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to secure a permanent ceasefire and end the war in Gaza. Tel Aviv correspondent Alexander Cornwell spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Hamas says ready to start Gaza ceasefire talks 'immediately'
Israel was considering its response after Hamas said it was ready to start talks "immediately" on a US-sponsored proposal for a Gaza ceasefire.
Russia launches record Kyiv drone strike following Trump-Putin call
Ukrainian officials say the aerial assault is one of the worst attacks of the three-year conflict. Audio
Over 600 killed at Gaza distribution aid sites, UN says
The UN human rights office has said it had recorded at least 613 killings both at aid points run by the US- and Israeli-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation.
Israeli military prepares plan to ensure Iran cannot threaten Israel
The Israeli Defence Minister urged senior military officials to maintain its air superiority, after recent attacks on nuclear facilities.
Trump expects Hamas decision in 24 hours on 'final' peace proposal
A previous two-month ceasefire ended when Israeli strikes killed more than 400 Palestinians on 18 March.
War zone extraction: High level negotiations, top secret contacts and friendly favours
Getting people out and home when they're trapped in a war zone is a dangerous and politically delicate task - here's how it's done.
Stranded in hell
Getting people out and home when they're trapped in a war zone is a dangerous and politically delicate task - here's how it's done. Audio
Ukraine hit with largest assault since full-scale invasion
Russia carried out is largest assault on Ukraine since the full-scale invasion began in 2022, firing 537 drones and missiles across Ukraine over the weekend. BBC Ukraine Correspondent, James… Audio
A series of explosions heard in Northern Gaza
A series of explosions have been seen and heard in northern Gaza. Ingrid Hipkiss spoke to Jerusalem correspondent, Linda Gradstein. Audio
Holding on to hope after the 12 Day War
Hoping for the best after the 12 Day War - Iranians in New Zealand Audio
The Israel-Iran conflict
This week the Middle East has been on a knife edge, after the US entered the conflict between Israel and Iran. Audio
