While the world’s eyes were on Iran, what happened in Gaza?
About this episode
The episode discusses the situation in Gaza following the ceasefire deal and the impact of the Iran War.
When the ceasefire deal was announced more than six months ago, there was celebration and relief in Gaza and Israel. But since the US-led Board of Peace announced plans to rebuild Gaza, the Trump administration’s attention has been occupied by other matters. The success of the ceasefire deal hinges on Hamas disarmament and the full withdrawal of Israeli troops. So what progress has been made? We speak to Yolande Knell, the BBC's Middle East correspondent, about life inside Gaza since the Iran War began. Producers: Sam Chantarasak, Lucy Pawle and Xandra Ellin Studio managers: Dafydd Evans and Mike Regaard Executive producer: James Shield Mix: Travis Evans Senior news editor: China Collins Photo credits: A displaced Palestinian woman stands on a balcony inside a building damaged during the war at Al-Aqsa University, now used as a shelter, in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, April 5, 2026. Photo: Reuters/Haseeb Alwazeer.
People in this episode
Guest: Yolande Knell
Topics covered
- Gaza
- Israel
- Iran
- ceasefire
- Hamas
- Middle East
Keywords
- Gaza
- ceasefire
- Hamas
- Iran War
- Middle East
- Yolande Knell
- Trump administration
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: BBC, Trump administration
Places: Gaza, Israel, Iran
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