Thousands of Israeli soldiers are being recalled to military service as the fighting in Gaza continues. Anchor Jeb Sharp speaks with Michael Normantovich, a reservist with the Israeli Defense Force who expects to be called at any moment.

The World's Jason Margolis reports on the role the United Nations has played and plays today in trying to broker peace in the Middle East.

The World's Quil Lawrence reports on protests in the West Bank over the Israeli offensive in Gaza, and about divisions among Palestinian factions over what to do next.

Today on The World: Israel and Hamas reject a UN call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza; Also, we hear how the incoming Obama administration may deal with immigration issues; and why an ad campaign for atheism is sparking controversy among Catholics in Spain.

The World's Marco Werman plays new music from the veteran German world beat band Dissidenten.

Today's answer is Siberia. The vast region is home to a species of bird called the Siberian Chiffchaff. One was recently sighted very far from its home habitat in Hackney in London, 3000 miles off its usual migratory path by Mark Pearson, community officer for London's Wildlife Trust.

Our daily geography puzzler.

Eric Yellin is an Israeli blogger who lives in Sderot close to the border with Gaza. The town is often the target of Hamas rockets. He describes his efforts to reach out to Palestinians on the other side of the border.

23-year-old blogger and Gaza City resident Sameh Habeeb describes living conditions under Israeli fire. He's been in Gaza City with his family since the beginning of Israel's military offensive.

The World's Quil Lawrence takes a look at how the conflict in Gaza is resonating in the West Bank town of Hebron. Palestinians there are increasingly angry over the violence in Gaza.