NewsIsrael-Gaza warHope in Gaza as 300 couples get married at one timeThe 300 couples were selected in a draw of nearly 2,000 people to be a part of the joint celebration.Palestine protesters jailed for criminal damageThree men are each jailed for 20 months for their part in a rooftop protest at a factory in Shipley.Activist intended to 'dismantle drones' in raidFatema Rajwani, 21, wanted to destroy drones that she believed would be used to "kill and injure children".Activist says sledgehammer attack 'seemed reasonable'Samuel Corner, 22, believed he "had to act quickly" to protect his co-defendant from being injured.Israeli strikes kill eight Palestinians in Gaza, first responders sayOne strike killed three children and two adults near a mosque in the northern town of Beit Lahia on Wednesday evening.Activist swung sledgehammer 'to protect friend'Samuel Corner told the court his sole intention was to "destroy weapons and damage the factory".Popemobile child clinic yet to reach Gaza one year after Francis's deathOne of the late pope's last wishes was for his vehicle to be used for children in Gaza, but a charity is still waiting for an entry permit.Activists 'intended to destroy' during Elbit raidSix people are on trial over an alleged ram raid at an Elbit Systems UK factory.Hamas rejects Gaza disarmament plan, Palestinian official saysThe official tells the BBC that the armed group will not move forward with talks until Israel fully complies with its commitments.Massive Attack frontman arrested at Palestine protestRobert Del Naja is arrested on suspicion of showing support for a proscribed organisation.Al Jazeera condemns killing of journalist in Israeli strike in GazaThe Israeli military claims Mohammed Wishah was a "Hamas terrorist" - which the Qatar-based network has previously denied.Memorial stone for Palestinians planned for gardenThe installation is expected to take place this year within Newcastle Civic Centre's Peace Garden.Latest updates2 hrs agoHope in Gaza as 300 couples get married at one timeThe 300 couples were selected in a draw of nearly 2,000 people to be a part of the joint celebration.2 hrs ago1 day agoPalestine protesters jailed for criminal damageThree men are each jailed for 20 months for their part in a rooftop protest at a factory in Shipley.1 day ago1 day agoActivist intended to 'dismantle drones' in raidFatema Rajwani, 21, wanted to destroy drones that she believed would be used to "kill and injure children".1 day ago2 days agoActivist says sledgehammer attack 'seemed reasonable'Samuel Corner, 22, believed he "had to act quickly" to protect his co-defendant from being injured.2 days ago2 days agoIsraeli strikes kill eight Palestinians in Gaza, first responders sayOne strike killed three children and two adults near a mosque in the northern town of Beit Lahia on Wednesday evening.2 days ago3 days agoActivist swung sledgehammer 'to protect friend'Samuel Corner told the court his sole intention was to "destroy weapons and damage the factory".3 days ago4 days agoPopemobile child clinic yet to reach Gaza one year after Francis's deathOne of the late pope's last wishes was for his vehicle to be used for children in Gaza, but a charity is still waiting for an entry permit.4 days ago15 Apr 2026Activists 'intended to destroy' during Elbit raidSix people are on trial over an alleged ram raid at an Elbit Systems UK factory.15 Apr 202614 Apr 2026Hamas rejects Gaza disarmament plan, Palestinian official saysThe official tells the BBC that the armed group will not move forward with talks until Israel fully complies with its commitments.14 Apr 2026...