The Latest Breaking News from Gaza

The Defence Secretary said ‘it seems very likely’ that there are British hostages in Gaza.

Jamia Masjid in Srinagar closed Oct 13 due to fears of protests against Israeli action in Gaza. Security forces deployed to maintain law and order. No official word on reason for closure. Auqaf Jamia Masjid statement said police closed gates, no prayers allowed. Mirwaiz Umar Farooq put under house arrest.

More than 2,700 people have been killed on both sides of the Gaza strip after Hamas terrorists launched an unprecedented attack on Israel last week

A set of delicate and unwritten rules of engagement has ensured no major conflict between Israel and Hezbollah since 2006. But those rules are now being tested, Richard Hall writes.

Hamas was founded in 1987 and has controlled Gaza Strip since 2006

The key flashpoints in shock attack by Hamas militants

This wax-like, toxic substance burns at temperatures high enough to melt metal.

Maryam Zakir-Hussain speaks to families in Gaza who say Israeli air strikes are raining down on them as they tell the world ‘We deserve life’

As the conflict between Israel and Palestine enters its seventh day, these are the main developments.