MSPs set to back Humza Yousaf motion calling for 'immediate ceasefire' in Gaza

The Scottish Government will give another £2 million to address climate change loss and damage, the First Minister has announced.

“Dear Colleague” letter released in advance of December 1, which is recognized as World AIDS Day, Dr. Robyn Neblett Fanfair — the captain of the U.S.

The defeated candidate in the SNP leadership contest has defended “silent prayer” outside abortion clinics.

MSPs have backed calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza as Scotland’s First Minister described the “cruelty” facing patients in hospitals in the region.

Humza Yousaf has called on the UK Government to formally recognise Palestinian statehood to help break "successive cycles of violence" in the region.

Humza Yousaf has described how his brother-in-law, a hospital doctor in the Gaza strip, has witnessed "death and destruction" in the ongoing war.

Thousands of protestors gathered in Glasgow Green before marching through the city centre calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.

Humza Yousaf has insisted he has "absolute confidence" in Michael Matheson as the SNP leader faced calls to sack the Health Secretary over an £11,000 data roaming bill.

Humza Yousaf has said he is "beyond angry" with MPs who refused to back an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

Sir Keir Starmer has been hit by four resignations from his frontbench amid a rebellion over his refusal to back a ceasefire in Gaza.

Sam Fender, The Libertines, Fontaines D.C. and more are the latest musicians who have signed an open letter calling for a ceasefire as the war in Israel and Gaza continues.The Peace and Justice Project, which was founded by former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn on November 10 launched its #MusicForACeasefire open letter from artists, musicians and performers “calling for an end to the siege of Gaza.”At the time of writing, roughly 11,423 Palestinians have been killed and at least 1,200 people in Israel since October 7 (per Al Jazeera).

redveil ended his set at Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival this past Sunday (November 12) with a statement on the violence in Gaza, where more than 11,100 people — about half a percent of the densely inhabited strip’s population — have died due to Israel’s ongoing airstrikes, ground invasion, and blockade since Hamas fighters killed roughly 1,400 Israelis (including 260 attendees of a music festival) and took roughly 240 more hostage on October 7. Among Gaza’s dead are more than 4,000 children, according to the Palestinian health ministry.

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has said a failure to sack the leadership of Scotland’s largest health board would be allowing the “suspects to walk the crime scene” amid a corporate homicide investigation.

Suella Braverman has been sacked as Home Secretary following Armistice Day violence on Saturday.

Seven people have been arrested during pro-Palestine protests in Glasgow. Five men and two women were arrested at the event demonstrated by the Scottish Palestine Solidarity Campaign (SPSC) today.

Thousands of pro-Palestine protestors gathered in Glasgow today to call for an urgent ceasefire in Gaza.

First Minister Humza Yousaf has accused Suella Braverman of emboldening far-right protesters after some clashed with police as they tried to reach the Cenotaph.

Pro-Palestinian protestors have stormed Kelvingrove Museum in Glasgow calling for a ceasefire this afternoon.

Enter Shikari, The Last Dinner Party and Architects are among a group of musicians who’ve signed an open letter calling for a ceasefire as the war in Israel and Gaza continues.The Peace and Justice Project, which was founded by former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn, today (November 10) launched its #MusicForACeasefire open letter from artists, musicians and performers “calling for an end to the siege of Gaza.”According to a report by Al Jazeera, at least 10,812 Palestinians in Gaza have been killed in Israeli attacks since October 7.

Sleater-Kinney’s Carrie Brownstein has called for “Palestinian liberation” during a live show in London.The moment came as the American rock band performed during a live show at The Dome in London last night (November 8) – in what was their smallest UK show in over two decades.As well as bringing out renditions of fan favourites such as ‘Modern Girl’ and ‘Dig Me Out’, the band also used the show in the capital to share their desire for a ceasefire in the Israel/Gaza conflict.Speaking directly to the audience mid-way through the show, Carrie Brownstein highlighted the ongoing developments across the Middle East, stating (via Clash): “We want a ceasefire and we want Palestinian liberation and we want peace.”She continued, urging those in the room to make an active push for “what is right”, stating: “There’s not much we can say right now except that there’s a lot going on, and this is the only chance we have… we’re so fucking lucky to be here, to be alive, so please fight with all your heart for what is right.”Actual Sleater Kinney! pic.twitter.com/TVieoeHYgE— The James McMahon Music Podcast (@jamesjammcmahon) November 8, 2023Посмотрел на Sleater-Kinney в клубе на 250 человек, невозможно редкое событие pic.twitter.com/r2OdJogSqt— Pasha Borisov (@3insy) November 8, 2023Elsewhere at their set at London’s Dome venue, Sleater-Kinney also kicked off their 19-song setlist with ‘Hell’ – the lead single from their upcoming new album ‘Little Rope’. Find footage of the gig above.Set for release on January 19, 2024, via Vista, the forthcoming LP will mark the band’s 11th studio album.