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Netanyahu tells UN that Israel ‘must finish the job’ in Gaza after dozens of delegates walk out in protest - Middle East crisis live

As Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyhu took the stand at the United Nations general assembly on Friday in New York, scores of delegates walked out of the hall amid boos and cheers.

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Israel carrying out crime against humanity in Gaza, Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas tells UN

Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas is now addressing the floor via video link.

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Trump’s UN speech makes it clear: the world can no longer look to the US for strong leadership

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British officials fear Trump could recognise Israeli West Bank settlements

British officials fear Donald Trump could recognise Israeli control over illegal settlements on the West Bank in retaliation for the UK, France and others deciding to recognise Palestine.

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Israeli politicians react bitterly to international recognitions of Palestinian state

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Israel army says it will use ‘unprecedented force’ in Gaza City and urges residents to leave – Middle East crisis live

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Saudi Arabia and Pakistan sign mutual defence pact as regional tensions escalate

Saudi Arabia and nuclear-armed Pakistan have signed a formal mutual defence pact in a move that significantly strengthens a decades-long security partnership amid heightened regional tensions.

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Israel opens ‘temporary’ route for residents to flee as troops and tanks push deeper into Gaza City – Middle East crisis live

Israel announced on Wednesday a “temporary” new route for residents to flee Gaza City, as it launched an intense ground offensive after massive bombardment of the Palestinian territory’s main city.

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UN general assembly votes to back Hamas-free government for Palestine

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Israeli airstrikes ‘killed any hope’ for hostages in Gaza, says Qatari prime minister

Qatar’s prime minister has said that Benjamin Netanyahu “killed any hope” for the remaining hostages in Gaza following Israel’s extraordinary strike on Hamas negotiators in Doha on Tuesday.