Rosie Scammell

For the last six months, the Palestinian Authority has had no relations with Israeli authorities, but restoring relations could see a tangible impact on everyday lives in the West Bank

Three days of mourning have been declared for the senior Palestinian official, who died after contracting Covid-19

PLO secretary general had been placed in a coma as part of treatment

In a rare foreign trip during the coronavirus pandemic, Mr Pompeo discussed coronavirus, Israel’s annexation plans and Iran with Benjamin Netanyahu and Benny Gantz

Israel's prime minister makes history as country’s first sitting leader to go on trial

Only 600 visitors travelled to the region in April, leaving businesses struggling to survive

Community's medics have been involved in all aspects of tackling the country's outbreak

Under the agreement, the incumbent will stay on as prime minister, with his main rival taking over in October next year

The arrival of disease in the town has prompted the closure of the Church of the Nativity

Mosque closures and travel restrictions reduce turnout for Friday prayers

Blue and White leader appears to have a slim majority but his backers are divided

Proposal for emergency unity government plays on coronavirus fears and election fatigue

The country’s longest-serving leader must face intense coalition negotiations and a corruption trial in the coming weeks

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is chasing re-election while facing criminal indictment

With no other parties courting the Arab and Palestinian citizens of Israel who make up 20 per cent of the electorate, the Joint List is looking to capitalise in latest run-off