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we have spoken to Mohammed Tahir, a trauma and nerve surgeon at FAJR Scientific who returned to London from Gaza on Saturday and who has been there on a number of medical missions, about the medical needs in the territory. He said the patients that need to urgently be evacuated include those who have been directly affected by the war, suffering from bullet and shrapnel wounds, as well as more chronic cases, such as cancer patients. “Those patients will die unless they are allowed to be evacuated,” Tahir warned, noting that there is a “complete breakdown” of the healthcare system and a lack of appropriate tools and diagnostics. At the same time, Tahir said, there is a need to redevelop Gaza’s medical system in order to treat the hundreds of thousands of people requiring treatment. “We need to rebuild the local system, allow the import of critical equipment and expertise, and at the same time allow those with the most urgent needs evacuated so that they have their healthcare needs addressed,” he added. Tahir also said that from the moment the ceasefire took effect on January 19 until February 2, when he left Gaza, there was “no appreciable change in terms of medical care” as the urgent healthcare needs had not been met.

US President Donald Trump's tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico are on hold for a month. But US levies on Chinese products have gone into effect - and Beijing has hit back with duties of its own. It accuses Washington of unilateralism and has filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization. President Trump says America has been ripped off by 'every country in the world'. So, are tariffs the answer? And at what cost?

Once an al-Qaeda-affiliated fighter, Syria’s interim leader Ahmed al-Sharaa now governs a nation in flux. He claims to be focused on stability, dissolving rebel groups and rebuilding institutions. His visit to Saudi Arabia signals shifting alliances and efforts to ease sanctions. But can he truly redefine Syria’s future – and what will it mean for the region?

Is an English degree simply about analysing rhyme schemes and bragging about reading Ulysses? We speak with students and recruitment managers to uncover the causes and effects of this academic trend. Do employers prioritise communication skills, or do they value technical expertise more? And does avoiding the humanities at university really guarantee a high-paying job?

South Sudan is the world's youngest nation. Despite its rich cultural diversity and natural resources, the country faces immense challenges, including economic instability and governance issues exacerbated by continuing conflicts. The informal sector, a lifeline for many South Sudanese, plays a critical role in sustaining the nation's fragile economy. Hidden Strength unveils the stories of resilience within the informal economy of Juba. Through expert interviews and local business owners, the film demonstrates how honest livelihoods can be forged even in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges

From groundbreaking research on microplastics to seismic surveys revealing vast oil reserves beneath the Weddell Sea, the stakes have never been higher in the Antarctic. While an international treaty currently protects this fragile ecosystem, can it withstand the mounting pressure of economic interests?

A gunman has been shot dead by Israeli forces in the occupied West Bank after he opened fire at a military checkpoint. At least eight people have been injured. It happened at the Tayasir checkpoint, in the north of the territory. At least two of the wounded are in critical condition. It comes as the Israeli military continues an offensive in the occupied West Bank, which has killed at least 44 Palestinians, in two weeks.

China has retaliated after Donald Trump imposed new tariffs on its exports. The country's finance minister announced new levies on a range of American goods and products. During his first term, Trump initiated a two-year trade war with China over its huge US trade surplus.

Negotiations are set to begin on the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement. The first phase began on January the 19th and is due to last six weeks. That's when Hamas is expected to release 33 Israeli captives held in Gaza. In exchange, Israel has agreed to free nearly 1,900 Palestinians from its prisons. At least 600 aid convoys are also due to enter Gaza every day, and Israeli forces withdraw from populated areas, allowing displaced civilians to return. In the second stage, the remaining captives are to be exchanged for more Palestinian prisoners. Israeli forces are due to fully withdraw from Gaza and a permanent ceasefire is to be established. And in the last phase, the bodies of captives are to be returned to Israel and the focus shifts to the reconstruction of Gaza.

Diana Buttu is a Palestinian international human rights lawyer who’s previously been involved in negotiations with Israelis. Often the only woman at the negotiating table, Diana brings a unique perspective to the complex dialogue surrounding peace.