BBC Radio 2 breakfast host Scott Mills has been sacked by the BBC following allegations about his personal conduct.
The BBC have not given any further details, saying only "while we do not comment on matters relating to individuals, we can confirm Scott Mills is no longer contracted to work with the BBC." Adam is joined by Katie Razzall - BBC Culture and Media Editor
And, US President Donald Trump has threatened to “obliterate” Iran’s power plats and oil wells if a deal is not reached “shortly”. Trump has also repeated his threat to “take” Kharg Island”, a major oil terminal off the coast.
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00:00 Introduction
00:20 How the story emerged
05:25 BBC quickly sacked Scott Mills
09:20 What was Scott Mills' career like?
13:20 Latest on Iran war
16:20 Why is Kharg island significant?
19:00 Is Trump bluffing?
27:40 What role could the Houthis play?
32:37 What's happening between Afghanistan and Pakistan?
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