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Russian drone strikes hits maternity ward, Ukraine says
Officials said Russia launched another large drone attack, striking Kyiv and damaging a maternity ward in the southern port of Odesa.
Israel intercepts Gaza-bound aid ship, detaining Greta Thunberg and other prominent activists
Israel is describing the ship as a "selfie yacht" carrying "celebrities".
Greta Thunberg claims she's been kidnapped as Israeli military board ship
The Freedom Flotilla Coalition ship with 12 people on board was carrying humanitarian aid, including rice and baby formula.
Russia claims another key Ukraine advance
Forces are pushing into the central region of Dnipropetrovsk, an area it has been trying to reach for months, according to the Russian defence ministry. Audio
US-backed Gaza group suspends aid amid claimed Hamas threats
A controversial humanitarian organisation backed by the US and Israel has accused Hamas of making "it impossible" to operate in the enclave. Audio
Russian Kharkiv attack kills three, wounds 22
Among those killed was a one-and-a-half-month-old baby, according to the city's mayor.
Israel arming Hamas rivals, opposition calls it 'complete madness'
Israel has confirmed it is arming local militias in Gaza in an effort to counter Hamas in the besieged enclave.
BBC journalists held at gunpoint by Israeli military, broadcaster says
The crew of reporters and freelancers claim they were also strip-searched and interrogated.
Trump says he has spoken to Putin over Ukraine attacks
US President Donald Trump says Vladimir Putin has told him Moscow plans to respond to the recent Ukrainian drone attacks. Washington DC correspondent Nick Harper spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
What's happening in Gaza 'worse than hell on earth': Red Cross
The head of the International Red Cross says what is happening in Gaza has become "worse than hell on earth" - and surpasses any acceptable legal, moral and humane standard. Former foreign… Audio
IDF fires shots at aid site in Rafah, reports of at least 27 killed
The Hamas-run health ministry says at least 27 people have been killed and 90 injured by Israeli fire while waiting for aid distribution in Rafah, southern Gaza. Correspondent in Tel-Aviv Trent Murray… Audio
Ukraine attacks bridge linking Russia and Crimea
Ukraine's security service says it's behind a major sabotage attack on the Crimea's Kerch Bridge, a key link between Russia and the occupied peninsula. The BBC's James Waterhouse spoke to Ingrid… Audio
UN chief calls for probe into deaths near Gaza aid site
Gaza's civil defence agency said Israeli gunfire killed at least 31 people and wounded 176 near the aid distribution site in the southern city of Rafah.
Second round of peace talks between Ukraine and Russia come to end
A second round of direct peace talks between Russia and Ukraine have ended without a major breakthrough, and only an agreement between the warring sides to swap more prisoners of war. The BBC's James… Audio
UN calls for investigation after incident in Rafah, southern Gaza
The UN is calling for an investigation after a deadly incident near an aid centre in Rafah, southern Gaza. Correspondent Trent Murray spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Ukraine drones strike deep in Russian territory on eve of new talks
Zelensky hailed the "brilliant" results of Operation 'Spider's Web', which he said had used 117 drones launched from inside Russia.
'Hungriest place on Earth': UN warns entire population of Gaza at risk of famine
It came as as Israel vowed to build a "Jewish Israeli state" in the occupied West Bank.
US proposes 60-day ceasefire for Gaza
The plan includes sending aid to Gaza as soon as Hamas signs off on agreement.
Aid group opens third distribution point in Gaza
But the UN says the amount of aid coming in still remains far below what is required to relieve the risk of famine.
Chaos in Gaza on first day of aid after weeks of hunger
Palestinians have been pushed towards famine after an 11-week blockade on aid.
