Maxine Peake cancels play to highlight plight of Palestinian actors
Maxine Peake has cancelled a play in London to highlight the plight of Palestinian playwrights and other artists targeted by the Israeli authorities.
Middle East
Trouble in the Gulf: What happened before and after the oil tanker attacks?
The Strait of Hormuz has become a key battleground in the stand-off between the United States and Iran, with claims and counter-claims on either side of an argument ostensibly about oil.
Iran not seeking war against any nation, says president
Iran is not seeking to wage war against any nation, the country’s president has said while at the same time stressing that Iranians will withstand mounting US pressure and emerge victorious.
US to send more troops to Middle East
The Pentagon is sending about 1,000 additional American troops to the Middle East, as commanders try to bolster security for forces and allies in the region from what authorities say is a growing threat from Iran.
What is the current status of Iran’s nuclear programme?
Iran has announced it will exceed the uranium stockpile limit set by Tehran’s nuclear deal with world powers in the next 10 days, further escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Probe finds ‘state actor’ led attack on tankers in UAE port
International investigators believe last month’s attacks on oil tankers in a United Arab Emirates port were led by a foreign state using divers on speed boats who planted mines on the vessels.
Ramadan means fasting and Facebook for many in Middle East, data shows
The Muslim holy month of Ramadan, with its long days of fasting and prayer meant to draw worshippers closer to God and away from worldly distractions, is being reshaped by technology.
Jeremy Bowen reveals bowel cancer diagnosis
BBC journalist Jeremy Bowen has revealed he is suffering from bowel cancer but is staying positive.
Quest for Scottish Cup silverware begins for Aberdeen in the City of Gold
Aberdeen will make a 7,200-mile round trip to the Middle East to boost the bid to secure a 150-mile drive to Hampden for the Scottish Cup final in May.
Museum tells story of heroic north-east soldier chosen for daring secret WW1 mission
An army museum is highlighting the role played by a North-east soldier who was part of a handpicked team carrying out a daring secret mission during World War 1.
Sage Group shares plummet on sales downgrade
Shares in Sage Group tanked on Friday as the software firm revised down its forecast for annual sales following a poor first half.
Sage Group shares plummet on sales downgrade
Shares in Sage Group tanked on Friday as the software firm revised down its forecast for annual sales following a poor first half.
Sage Group shares plummet on sales downgrade
Shares in Sage Group tanked on Friday as the software firm revised down its forecast for annual sales following a poor first half.