26 dead as Israel, Gaza militants trade fire again Israel and Gaza militants traded more heavy fire today, the third day of the worst escalation of violence in months that has killed 26 people … World • 11 May
At least 65 Palestinians wounded on Gaza-Israel border Israeli troops wounded at least 65 Palestinians at the Gaza border during protests to mark the 71st anniversary of the "Nakba", or catastrophe, when many … World • 16 May 19
Israeli defence minister resigns over Gaza ceasefire Israeli Defence Minister Avigdor Lieberman has announced his resignation in protest at a Gaza ceasefire that he called a "capitulation to terror", weakening Prime Minister … World • 14 Nov 18
Israel closes border with Gaza after rocket attack Israel's Defence Minister Avigdor Lieberman has ordered the closure of both of Israel's border crossings with Gaza after a Palestinian rocket attack hit a southern … News • 17 Oct 18
UN warns recent violence pushing Gaza to brink of war The UN's Special Co-ordinator for the Middle East Peace Process has warned the Security Council that the latest escalation of fighting between Israel and the … World • 31 May 18
Hamas leader vows to never recognise Israel Tens of thousands of people are attending a rally in the Gaza Strip to mark the 25th anniversary of the Palestinian Islamist group, Hamas. News • 08 Dec 12
Oil prices fall on economic worries Oil prices are slightly lower as investors focus on global economic issues, including the so-called "fiscal cliff" in the US. Business • 15 Nov 12
