Egypt tomb: Sarcophagi buried for 2,500 years unearthed in Saqqara
Craig TaylorThe 27 wooden coffins are said to have lain undisturbed inside a well at an ancient necropolis. BBC News – Middle East
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Coronavirus: Israel marks Jewish New Year with second lockdown
The nationwide measures coincide with the start of Rosh Hashanah, when families traditionally gather. BBC News – Middle East
Migrant crisis 2015: What happened to Nujeen Mustafa?
Nujeen fled war in Syria, and crossed Europe in her wheelchair in 2015, but where is she now? BBC News – Middle East
Gaza violence flares after Israel signs deals with Gulf states
A fresh round of violence between Palestinian militants and Israel follows a ceremony in Washington. BBC News – Middle East
Five reasons why Israel’s peace deals with the UAE and Bahrain matter
Gulf states see opportunities for trade while Israel lessens its isolation, writes Jeremy Bowen. BBC News – Middle East
Coronavirus: Israeli minister resigns over plans for second lockdown
Housing Minister Yaacov Litzman says the measure will affect key religious holidays later this month. BBC News – Middle East