# Q&A: Iran latest and the Makerfield by-election

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Published: 2026-05-29T00:01:00+00:00
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## Resource

As discussions - and tensions - rumble on in the Middle East, what are the stumbling blocks that have prevented a peace deal so far? And the Makerfield by-election which could help decide our next prime minister is fast approaching; we’ve got all you need to know on both topics, in our monthly Q&A. This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory Hosts: Manveen Rana and Luke Jones.  Producer: Olivia Case. We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.com Read more: Israel bombs ancient sites as it pushes deeper into southern Lebanon Further listening: Is Trump being out-negotiated over Iran? Clip: BBC. Photo: Getty Images. This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe  here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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