Israeli officials deny that famine is taking hold in Gaza

The Global News Podcast from the BBC World Service presents a series of international news stories. These include the ongoing situation in Gaza, where famine is a concern amid claims and counterclaims between Israeli officials and UN agencies regarding aid distribution, and a report on war crimes committed by both Hamas and Israel. The podcast also covers the ceasefire in Syria following deadly sectarian clashes, the US withdrawal from UNESCO, and UN Secretary-General's call for a shift to renewable energy. Additionally, it reports on the death of Ozzy Osbourne, the US Department of Justice's interest in interviewing Ghislaine Maxwell, the cancellation of Stephen Colbert's late-night talk show, a court case involving the estate of Mike Lynch, England's advancement to the final in the Women's Euro 2025 tournament, and disappointing fan reactions to the Elvis Evolution show in London.