Israel-Gaza: Unusual pre-emptive hit by Israel pays off
Craig TaylorThe truce brings relief to Gazans, but the lack of a peace process means this is only temporary. BBC News – Middle East
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Israel-Gaza: Hopes as Gaza ceasefire comes into effect
Israel and Palestinian militants have agreed to a Egypt-mediated truce to take effect late on Sunday. BBC News – Middle East
Israel-Gaza: Israel arrests 19 militant suspects after Gaza flare-up
There have been continuing Israeli strikes on Gaza in the wake of overnight militant rocket attacks. BBC News – Middle East
Workers in Iraq get day off as temperatures pass 50C
A heatwave has been ongoing since mid-July with temperatures above 50C in some areas. BBC News – Middle East
Ayman al-Zawahiri: How US strike could kill al-Qaeda leader – but not his family
Extremely precise missile use and study of Zawahiri’s habits were key to the targeted US killing. BBC News – Middle East
Ayman al-Zawahiri: Al-Qaeda leader killed in US drone strike
Ayman al-Zawahiri helped plan the 9/11 attacks and was among America’s most wanted men. BBC News – Middle East