Israel's Netanyahu makes 'last effort' to save government

No Israeli government has served out its full term since 1988. Since then, elections have almost always been moved up because of a coalition crisis or a strategic move by the prime minister to maximise his chances of re-election.

Weddings remain big business in Gaza despite tensions

Despite intervals of tension, Gaza is not short of wedding dresses, a booming business during hard economic times and the periods of fighting between Palestinians and Israelis.

Thousands attend Hamas rally near Gaza border with Israel

Hamas and Israel have fought a cross-border battle of rocket attacks and air strikes, triggered by a botched Israeli undercover raid in Gaza on November 11, ending an Egyptian-brokered ceasefire.

CIA finds Saudi crown prince ordered Khashoggi killing: Washington Post

The White House declined to comment on the Post report, saying it was an intelligence matter. The Department of State also declined to comment. Saudi Arabia's top diplomat says Crown Prince Mohammed had "absolutely" nothing to do with the killing.

Trying to make Yemeni child smile like tickling a ghost: UN food chief

UN Yemen envoy Martin Griffiths says all warring parties have given firm assurances to attend peace talks which will be held soon in Sweden as 8.4 million people, including children, are on the brink of starvation in the warring country.

Israel's Netanyahu takes over defence job as coalition falters

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will take over the defence portfolio, a spokesman for his Likud Party says, sparking speculation of an early election.

Funeral prayers held for Jamal Khashoggi

Prayer were held for slain journalist in Istanbul, a day after a Saudi prosecutor admitted the writer's body was dismembered by Saudi agents in the kingdom's Istanbul consulate. Similar prayers were held in the cities of Mecca and Medina.

Second Khashoggi audio recording exists - Turkish media

Hurriyet Daily says a second recording of Jamal Khashoggi’s last day exists. The claim comes a day after the Saudi prosecutor blamed a rogue operation for his death, drawing a rebuke from The Washington Post which was publishing the Riyadh critic.

Saudi charges 11 in Khashoggi case, Turkey says it's not enough

Saudi Arabia's chief prosecutor has charged 11 people in the case of the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi and is seeking the death penalty for five. Turkey says it is not satisfied.

Israel's Netanyahu weighs moves after Lieberman resignation

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu plots next moves as defence minister Avigdor Lieberman resigns unhappy over ceasefire in blockaded Gaza, leaving Netanyahu clinging to a one-seat majority in parliament.

Saudi-led coalition orders halt in assault on Yemen's Hudaida – sources

The decision comes as key Western allies called for a ceasefire ahead of renewed UN-led peace efforts to end more than three years of war that have pushed Yemen to the brink of famine.

Israeli Defence Minister Avigdor Lieberman resigns over Gaza ceasefire

Israeli Defence Minister Avigdor Lieberman resigned after a disagreement over a Gaza ceasefire deal and announced his party was leaving Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition.