Hostilities flare up as rockets hit Israel from Gaza
Craig TaylorMore than 200 rockets are fired towards Israel from Gaza, Israel says, prompting return fire. BBC News – Middle East
Middle East
Saudi Arabia temporarily frees four women activists
Seven of the 11 women’s rights activists detained last year have now gained limited release. BBC News – Middle East
White House to designate Muslim Brotherhood terrorist organisation
The move against the Middle East group would prompt wide-ranging sanctions. BBC News – Middle East
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi: IS leader appears in first video in five years
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, who has not been seen on camera since 2014, vows revenge for his militants. BBC News – Middle East
Iran TV pulls game shows amid religious gambling row
The equivalent of Who Wants to be a Millionaire is pulled after clerics criticise cash prizes. BBC News – Middle East
Manchester Arena bombing extradition ‘delayed by Libya clashes’
Hashem Abedi’s extradition is on hold due to heavy fighting near Tripoli, an official says. BBC News – Middle East