Scottish First Minister John Swinney has described the ongoing crisis in Gaza as a “genocide” after a Fringe show he appeared at was repeatedly disrupted by pro-Palestinian protesters.

The British and Irish Lions’ quest to complete an unbeaten tour of Australia failed at the final hurdle as Australia prevented a series whitewash by registering a stormy 22-12 victory in Sydney.

Al Aasy came from last to first to successfully defend his Coral Glorious Stakes crown at Goodwood.

Mr Swinney was speaking to comedian Susan Morrison when the event was disrupted five times by six different groups of protesters.

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