Yemen cholera cases reach one million – ICRC
Craig TaylorAbout 2,220 people are thought to have died since April, but the number of new cases is declining. BBC News – Middle East
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Yemen rebel missile fired at Riyadh ‘bears hallmarks’ of Iran
The US says a missile fired at the Saudi capital shows Tehran’s involvement in the Yemen conflict. BBC News – Middle East
Syria war: Situation in Eastern Ghouta at ‘critical point’
The ICRC says life for ordinary people trapped in a besieged rebel-held area is becoming impossible. BBC News – Middle East
Egypt: Ancient child burials found near Aswan
The more than 3,000-year-old burials are among three recent discoveries near the city of Aswan. BBC News – Middle East
Jerusalem: Palestinians killed in fresh clashes with Israel
Fresh violence erupts between Palestinians and Israeli troops over the US shift on Jerusalem. BBC News – Middle East
Israel hits Hamas targets in Gaza after rocket fire
There has been an escalation of hostilities since the US recognised Jerusalem as Israel’s capital. BBC News – Middle East