The latest news, analysis and opinion on the Israel-Hamas war and its wider impact on the Middle East.
Militant group blames Israel for what it describes as a ‘criminal attack’ and vows revenge
Mobilisation of violent settlers has intensified Palestinians’ fears of attacks and displacement
Decision increases fears about escalation of conflict with Lebanese militants
The defender of Jewish settlers was once a fringe figure. Now he is shaping internal security in a time of war
Latest attacks prompt condemnation from EU’s top diplomat and Arab countries
As the world waits for the US election, the possibility of a ceasefire and deal is diminishing
Request in legal filing comes as Israel makes fresh diplomatic push against claims its politicians committed war crimes
Palestinians condemn ‘massacre’ while Israel says it was targeting ‘Hamas terrorists’
Defence minister says only Hamas would benefit from worsening regional conflict
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemns attack and closes crossings with Arab neighbour
Yair Golan of the Democrats says October 7 underscores the need for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
CIA director Bill Burns and MI6 chief Richard Moore made first joint public appearance onstage at the FTWeekend festival in London
Labour solicitor-general Sarah Sackman writes of constituent anger in letter to UK foreign secretary
A visual guide to the war
Turkish-American dual national Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi, 26, was killed by Israeli troops, says Turkey
Officials fear failure could lead to increased tensions and wider conflict
Israeli prime minister appears to reject concession made hours earlier by his own spy chief
Ex-foreign secretary was told Jewish state had breached international law
Increasing vitriol against Israel’s leader and Gaza offensive comes as president’s popularity with voters has fallen
But Keir Starmer faces accusations that actions on arms exports go too far or not far enough
Criticism from Israeli prime minister follows decision to block about 30 licences for items including military aircraft parts
Israeli prime minister remains defiant over hostage deal with Hamas despite general strike and mass protests
Decision adds to pressure on Israel over the war in Gaza
Israeli premier stood firm on main sticking point in ceasefire talks despite widespread protests
Public vent anger at failure of Netanyahu government to agree deal with Hamas
