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Israel and the crisis in the Middle East
Israel's war in Gaza has exacerbated regional tensions in the Middle East.
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German Chancellor Merz criticizes Israel attacks on Gaza
The unusually strong comments from the German leader have added to the international pressure on Israel.
Resumed Gaza aid deliveries fail to alleviate hunger
Despite Israel lifting its three-month blockade of food deliveries, aid agencies say the situation in Gaza remains dire.
Spain hosts European, Arab nations to pressure Israel
Spain hosted representatives from European and Arab nations to discuss ways to pressure Israel into ending the war.
Israeli protesters demand end to Gaza war
Some called for a ceasefire to secure the return of hostages, while others want to see Prime Minister Netanyahu gone.
Gaza: Dozens of people killed in Israeli strikes
Military strikes continue to pound Gaza, as media reports indicate that Israel plans to intensify its offensive.
Israeli strikes kill scores across Gaza
The Hamas-run Health Ministry said the new deaths brought the war's toll to around 54,000.
Famine looms in Gaza — what's slowing down the aid convoys?
As Israel allows limited aid into Gaza but aid agencies warn it's not enough.
Gaza: 9 children of doctor couple killed in Israeli strike
Nine of the 10 children of a married doctor couple were killed by an Israeli strike in Gaza Strip, rescuers said.
Aid begins to trickle into Gaza after Israeli blockade
Aid organizations say that the aid that is coming into Gaza falls far short of meeting people's basic needs.
Washington DC attack raises security fears in Germany
With antisemitic incidents on the rise, some in the German government are calling for tough measures.
Some aid reaches Gaza as Israel lets some trucks through
Aid deliveries to Gaza have resumed but are failing to reach civilians, according to the Palestinian Red Crescent.
Israel faces criticism over Gaza aid plan
The WHO slams Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's three-part plan to avert starvation as "grossly inadequate."
Gunman kills 2 Israeli embassy staff in Washington
A 30-year-old suspect has been taken into custody for the shooting of a young couple in Washington, DC.
Gaza: 100 truckloads of aid not enough to alleviate hunger
Nearly 100 trucks have crossed into the Gaza Strip, but that is not enough to cover even the essentials, the UN says.
Lebanon hosts security talks on Palestinian refugee camps
Palestinian Authority president is in Beirut to discuss security in militia-run camps housing some 490,000 Palestinians.
Pressure grows on Israel over conduct of war in Gaza
Calling the situation in Gaza "intolerable," the UK has paused free trade talks with Israel and summoned its ambassador.
EU decides to review its trade ties with Israel over Gaza
As conditions in Gaza continue to worsen, the EU says it will open a formal review into its trade ties with Israel.
Fact check: Did Chinese fighter jets deliver aid to Gaza?
Footage allegedly showing Chinese aid to Gaza has gone viral on social media. But the images are false.
Israel's siege in Gaza: 'I expect to never wake up again'
Palestinians in Gaza tell DW of life under bombardment, scouring for food and fearing they will "never wake up again."
Israel allows food into Gaza following 2-month blockade
The wheels are now rolling on aid trucks after Netanyahu said Israel will allow a "basic amount of food" into Gaza.
Strikes by Israel kill more than 100 people in Gaza
In Israel, thousands of people took to the streets to demand that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu strike a peace deal.
Stepped up Israeli strikes kill more than 150 in Gaza
According to Gaza's health ministry, more than 150 people have been killed by Israeli airstrikes in 24 hours.
UN human rights chief accuses Israel of 'ethnic cleansing'
The UN human rights body highlighted an apparent push to displace Gaza's population and the denial of humanitarian aid.
Have Trump and Netanyahu fallen out over Gaza?
Donald Trump's visit to Gulf states was marred by reports that he snubbed Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu.
German-Israeli relations: A difficult week of commemorations
To mark 60 years of diplomatic relations, Israel's president visited Berlin and Germany's president went to Jerusalem.
Israeli strikes kill dozens in Gaza on Nakba anniversary
Israel's latest attack comes as Palestinians mark the Nakba, the mass displacement of Palestinians in 1948.
Dozens killed as Israel ramps up Gaza strikes
The Israeli army continued its operation in the Gaza Strip, carrying out multiple strikes for the second night in a row.
Israel vows 'full-force' Gaza push as famine threatens
As Gaza reels from Tuesday's hospital strike, the toll of Israel's two-month aid blockade is reaching a critical point.
What is the Palestinian Nakba and why is it so relevant?
On May 15, Palestinians around the world commemorate 77 years since they lost their homeland. What is the Nakba?
Donald Trump skips Israel on Middle East tour
Trump is on a Mideast tour that excludes Israel, despite vowing to quickly end the Gaza war before his second term.
Hamas releases US hostage raising hopes of Gaza ceasefire
The Palestinian militant group has said it released Edan Alexander, the last living American hostage in Gaza.
Germany and Israel mark anniversary in shadow of war
Germany and Israel are commemorating the beginning of their postwar relationship, with the war in Gaza omnipresent.
German FM visits Israel, doubts military solution for Gaza
Germany's top diplomat said the release of Israeli hostages was a top priority for Berlin.
Gaza's wounded and sick left hungry by Israel's blockade
Israel's 10-week blockade of humanitarian aid into Gaza means that even the most vulnerable go hungry.
Arab countries hope for big US business amid Gaza war
US President Donald Trump will visit Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates from May 13-16. What's at stake?
Germany's Left party ready to sue gov't over asylum controls
A "culture war" only pushes German society to the right, Left Party co-leader Ines Schwerdtner told DW.
Gaza soup kitchens run out of food
DW's Tania Krämer reports on people pressing on with humanitarian work in the face of the crisis.
Gaza: UN experts warn of 'annihilation' by Israeli strikes
A group of UN experts said leaders could craft a resolution to the Middle East crisis or fall into a "moral abyss."
Israel's plans for the 'conquest of Gaza'
Israel's security Cabinet has disclosed plans to widen the country's military offensive to conquer and occupy Gaza.
Israel: Security cabinet agrees Gaza escalation
The renewed offensive will mean more suffering of civilians in Gaza.
An Israeli-German writer travels to a deeply divided Israel
As the war in Gaza rages on, an Israeli-German writer travels across a deeply divided Israel and occupied West Bank.
Popemobile to become mobile clinic for Gaza's children
Pope Francis has donated one of his popemobiles to assist with healthcare for Gaza's children.
Freedom Flotilla in talks with Malta to repair Gaza aid ship
The Freedom Flotilla Coalition said it would like the vessel to be repaired on the island before moving on to Gaza.
As Israel blocks aid, 'reality in Gaza is indescribable'
Life revolves around finding supplies, which have dwindled by the day ever since Israel cut off aid deliveries in March.
Israel on alert as Houthi missile hits near Tel Aviv airport
Travelers at Ben-Gurion Airport were shocked as the Houthi missile struck near Terminal 3’s parking area.
From Yemen, Houthis strike Israel's Ben Gurion Airport
A missile struck the grounds of Israel's main international airport, injuring a number of people and halting flights.
Fact check: No, these videos don't show fires in Israel
Wildfires and sandstorms in Israel fuel fake videos and false claims online — DW investigates two viral cases.
Witnessing Gaza: Palestinian journalists take deadly risks
Palestinian journalists told DW about the toll of covering the crisis while losing the people they report alongside.
Israel deploys forces to Syria as UN condemns 'violations'
Israel's army said forces were in southern Syria to "prevent hostile forces" entering the region and Druze villages.
Latest deadly violence in Syria: What you need to know
It began with a blasphemous audio recording and ended with over 80 deaths and Israel bombing Syria again.
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