Jason Burke

Officials claim attacks will bring release of more hostages, but some suggest political factors at play for Netanyahu

Research shows dramatic reversal of decades of net outflow to Israel, as new arrivals bring cultural influences

Strikes began on Saturday with the aim of punishing Iran-backed armed group for attacks on Red Sea shipping

Prime minister's move against Shin Bet’s Ronen Bar will prompt further accusations of authoritarianism

At least 19 people killed in strikes on Sana’a and Sa’ada on Saturday, says Houthi-run health ministry

Soldier Edan Alexander could be released along with remains of four other Israeli-US nationals, but unclear what Hamas will ask for in return

Omer Wenkert says he was held mostly in darkness – and his mistreatment was often sparked by events in war

Humanitarian officials say move could hit already meagre water supply, as ceasefire talks grow increasingly chaotic

The group still projects a powerful presence but, after all the damage, it will need to divert blame if the truce collapses

Academics fear US president’s lack of reference to international law could lead to global breakdown of peace and security