Amidst the first anniversary of the October 7th events, Keir Starmer has pointed to Iran as playing a significant role in the conflict by allegedly providing support to Hamas, which has contributed to ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has led to significant loss of life, with over 41,870 Palestinians reported killed and extensive damage to infrastructure, including hospitals and homes, following a year of intense hostilities and violence.

Sixteen new train stations and 250 miles of railway lines are at risk of being scrapped, affecting the North and South West of England, as part of proposed cuts to rail projects.

The Independent reports that Israeli PM Netanyahu has vowed a “significant” response to Iran’s ballistic missile attack.