Three original pieces of art by Banksy have gone under the hammer at an auction in Newcastle 

Banksy anti-Iraq war cardboard placards sell for over £24k

The famously anonymous street artist created the pieces in 2003 for a protest march opposing the war in Iraq. 

Banksy's anti-Iraq war protest placards up for sale 

Ausama Al Khalil claimed asylum and lived in Middlesbrough before taking his own life. The money raised has gone to Freedom from Torture in Newcastle.

Auction of paintings by tortured Iraqi artist raises thousands for charity

25 years since he became Prime Minister, the former Sedgefield MP has spoken to ITV Tyne Tees, including about the backlash over his knighthood.

Tony Blair on 1997 landslide, Iraq, levelling up & Newcastle United owners

A Syrian refugee and the mother of a British officer killed in Iraq urge the Prime Minister, Theresa May, to consult Parliament over Syria.

Refugee urges May to consult Parliament over Syria

Emily Porter, from Baghdad, was forced to flee Iraq. She lost family during the invasion and does not agree with Britain's involvement. 

Woman who fled Iraq disagrees with British involvement

Families of soldiers from the North East have reacted angrily to news they will have to wait until next year for the report to be published

Tyne Tees Iraq

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