World Politics
Live: Families reunited as Israel releases nearly 2000 Palestinian prisoners
Meanwhile, praise has been heaped on US President Donald Trump as he arrived in the region. Audio
Latest developments from Gaza with BBC Security Correspondent
BBC's security correspondent Frank Gardner spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss as the situation in Gaza continues to develop. Audio
Twenty surviving hostages released by Hamas
Celebrations have been taking place across Israel as Hamas released all 20 surviving hostages last night, after 738 days in captivity. Blake Sifton spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss from Tel Aviv. Audio
Chicago ICE crackdown's first casualty, father of two, shot after school dropoff
Federal agents say Villegas Gonzalez drove at them, while family and coworkers recall a gentle man working to support his sons.
Trump's son-in-law Kushner key broker in Israel-Hamas peace deal
White House insiders say Jared Kushner played a vital role in clinching the first phase of a peace plan.
Biya seeks to extend four-decade iron grip in Cameroon election
His divide-and-rule tactics should serve the 92-year-old incumbent one more time.
Obama’s warnings about democracy fading sound increasingly directed toward the US
Former US President Barack Obama warns about "rising wave of authoritarianism sweeping the globe".
White House lays off thousands of US government workers
President Donald Trump has blamed Democrats for his decision, but they say they won't bow to his pressure tactics.
Trump, 79, has 'exceptional health' with heart of 65yo, White House insists
The oldest person to assume the US presidency has been described as vigorous and fit by his physician.
Trump claims Nobel winner would have turned over prize to him, if he'd asked
The US president says Maria Corina Machado called him and said she had accepted the prize in his honour.
White House hits out over Trump missing out on Nobel peace prize
Since returning to the White House for his second term, the US President has repeatedly insisted he deserved the Nobel for his role in resolving numerous conflicts.
'Almost all in ruins': Joy and shock for returning Gazans
"They have destroyed everything," a mother of five said as she was returning to Gaza City.
Europe worries it’s already at war - and America hasn’t noticed
Analysis: For 80 years Europe considered its peace inviolate. Now, it can no longer be sure.
Israeli cabinet ratifies ceasefire and hostage deal with Hamas
It clears the way to suspend hostilities in Gaza within 24 hours and free Israeli hostages held in Gaza within 72 hours after that.
Letitia James, the attorney-general who defeated Trump in court, indicted
It comes as US President Donald Trump's Justice Department continues to pursue charges against his political opponents.
Trump exerted leverage for Gaza deal but tough questions remain
Analysis: There are a host of unresolved issues that could still trip up implementation of the initial phase and impede progress toward the next, analysts say. Audio
What does Israel, Hamas deal mean for Gaza?
The agreement will see hostages release and troops withdrawn to an agreed-upon line.
Trump treats government funds like a personal piggy bank
Analysis: How the US President uses cash that's not his to pursue his questionable goals.
Deadline looming for French PM to resolve political crisis
The deadline is nearing for French prime minister Sebastien Lecornu to resolve the country's political crisis. Correspondent Ross Cullen reports from Paris. Audio
Comey pleads not guilty, will argue he is unfairly targeted by Trump
The former FBI director's lawyers plan to file several motions they hope will kill the case against him before it makes it to a jury.