The “worst case scenario” of famine is currently taking place in Gaza, according to an alert issued by a UN-backed initiative. Follow for live updates.

Donald Trump has removed a key obstacle to Sir Keir Starmer officially recognising a Palestinian state as the prime minister prepares to discuss the issue at a crucial cabinet meeting this week.

"Prime Minister Netanyahu is considering a plan to annex territories in Gaza if Hamas doesn't agree to a ceasefire plan. This ...