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Speaker likely to be sympathetic to MPs seeking more scrutiny of issue amid pressure on government security adviser, Jonathan Powell

Good morning. Keir Starmer will be in Egypt today, attending the Middle East peace summit being co-chaired by Donald Trump. The PM will be a minor figure in a huge global story, and Yohannes Lowe is covering it all on our Middle East live blog.

At Westminster MPs are returning to the Commons after the four-week conference recess where the news here won’t be making global headlines. But, in a curious twist, a tweet from Steve Witkoff, President Trump’s peace envoy, has managed to link Gaza with the main talking point in Westminster politics this morning.

I would like to acknowledge the vital role of the United Kingdom in assisting and coordinating efforts that have led us to this historic day in Israel. In particular, I want to recognize the incredible input and tireless efforts of National Security Advisor Jonathan Powell.

I assure you she’s delusional. She can thank @realDonaldTrump anytime just to set the record straight.