The time is right to make this symbolically important move, says Bronwen Maddox, but that should not distract attention from the most urgent task of securing relief in Gaza.

The "worst-case scenario of famine" is playing out in Gaza, the global hunger monitor has warned. Meanwhile, Sir Keir Starmer has called an emergency meeting to discuss getting aid into the enclave.

Starmer calls emergency cabinet meeting over Palestine as ‘worst-case famine scenario’ unfolding - Israeli forces kill at least 78 more people across besieged Palestinian territory on Monday, health o ...