In a significant diplomatic breakthrough, Hamas has agreed to release 50 civilian hostages as part of a four-day ceasefire agreement with Israel, with the potential for extension and additional prisoner releases.
Amidst the ruins of war-torn Syria, a remarkable economic resurgence is taking root as ancient marketplaces and traditional crafts experience an unexpected revival, offering a glimmer of hope for the Middle East's future stability.
The shocking true story of Michael, a British man held captive for four years in a remote American town, is now a major new ITV drama. Discover the incredible tale of survival and the psychological battle he endured.
Exclusive: Elizabeth Tsurkov, a doctoral candidate at Princeton, is being held by the Shia militant group Kata'ib Hezbollah in Iraq. The Israeli government confirms her Iranian-backed captivity is due to her Israeli citizenship.
A 16-year-old boy has been apprehended by Marion County Sheriff's deputies after allegedly hijacking a school bus at gunpoint, holding the driver hostage in a tense standoff.
Israeli troops have fully encircled Gaza City, cutting it off from the rest of the Strip in a major escalation of the ground offensive against Hamas. Prime Minister Netanyahu declares 'significant stage' in war, amid ongoing hostage negotiations and inter
Monty Python legend Sir Michael Palin reveals his deepest fears from decades of globetrotting, from political detention to extreme isolation, in a shocking new interview.
New research reveals why chocolate milk outperforms expensive sports drinks for muscle recovery and hydration. Discover the science behind this delicious fitness hack.
In an awe-inspiring tale of resilience, father-of-two Chris Barr from Ayrshire defies medical odds, learning to walk again after a catastrophic accident left him paralysed from the neck down. Discover his incredible journey of recovery and the power of un
High-stakes negotiations between Israel and Hamas, mediated by Egypt and Qatar, are underway to secure a ceasefire in Gaza and secure the release of hostages. The proposed deal could pause the four-month conflict and allow crucial humanitarian aid into th
A ruthless gang who lured a Premier League footballer's barber into a honeytrap before holding him hostage and torturing him with a machete has been jailed for over 40 years. The shocking blackmail plot was orchestrated by a female member of the group.
BBC's 'The Choice' star Suranne Jones reveals how a terrifying real-life hostage experience fuelled her gripping performance, detailing the psychological impact and her journey from trauma to triumph.
Disturbing new videos emerge from Gaza as families of Israeli hostages receive first signs of life amid ongoing conflict and diplomatic efforts.
The family of British-Iranian national Morad Tahbaz, imprisoned in Iran, express deep concern after Donald Trump's controversial election remarks suggested he would not prioritise their loved one's release.
The Israel Defence Forces have recovered the body of British-Israeli dual national Ilan Weiss from the Gaza Strip, months after he was killed during the Hamas attacks on October 7th.
The body of British-Israeli hostage Ilan Weiss has been discovered by the IDF in Gaza, months after he was declared missing during the Hamas attacks on October 7th. His family confirms the tragic news.
Exclusive: A British-Iranian citizen from East Sussex has been sentenced to 10 years in an Iranian prison on espionage charges, raising fears of a new hostage diplomacy crisis between London and Tehran.
Exclusive: Aiden Aslin, one of the notorious ISIS 'Beatles', is back on British soil after being captured in Syria. The repatriation of the terror cell member, linked to the brutal beheadings of Western hostages, raises major national security questions a
Israel is paralysed by a 'Day of Disruption' with fiery protests and a national strike. Fury erupts over the stalled Gaza hostage deal and Netanyahu's leadership, bringing the country to a standstill.
Israel is plunged into political chaos as mass anti-government protests turn violent in Tel Aviv, with demonstrators storming parliament and clashing with police over Prime Minister Netanyahu's handling of the Gaza conflict and hostage crisis.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is under intense pressure as tens of thousands of protesters flood the streets of Jerusalem, demanding a ceasefire deal with Hamas and calling for his resignation and new elections.
Intense diplomatic efforts to secure a Gaza hostage deal face collapse as Israeli forces continue operations at Al-Shifa Hospital. Prime Minister Netanyahu confronts a major protest in Jerusalem and growing international condemnation over the humanitarian
A prominent attorney representing victims' families in the Air India Flight 182 bombing has put forward a startling new theory, suggesting the 1985 atrocity that killed 329 people was a botched hostage rescue operation gone catastrophically wrong, not a p
Everything you need to know about the gripping new Netflix hostage drama 'Hostage', starring Suranne Jones and Arian Nik. Get the full cast list, plot details, and release window for this intense six-part series.
The gripping finale of Netflix's 'Hostage' promises a heart-stopping conclusion as creator drops explosive teaser hinting at a major character's fate. Fans brace for the unexpected.
Suranne Jones' gripping new Netflix drama 'The Choice' delivers a tense, nail-biting hostage climax that has viewers on the edge of their seats. Discover why audiences are calling it one of the most intense finales of the year.
Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant issues stark warning to Hamas as Prime Minister Netanyahu moves to approve full-scale invasion of Gaza City. Crisis talks continue for hostage release amid escalating conflict.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu rejects Hamas ceasefire terms, insists on military operation in Rafah. The article details the escalating humanitarian crisis, the stalemate in hostage negotiations, and growing international alarm.
Award-winning actor Lucian Msamati leads the cast in Netflix's tense new thriller 'The Signal', a high-stakes drama about a family's desperate search for a missing loved one. The four-part series promises edge-of-your-seat suspense.
Christopher Stevens delivers a searing review of Netflix's latest drama, 'Hostage'. This tense, single-location thriller, starring Joanne Froggatt, is a masterclass in suspense that explores the dark side of celebrity culture and the price of fame. Is it