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BBC's banned nuclear war drama director dies at 90

Discover the untold story of 'The War Game', the groundbreaking BBC drama so horrifyingly realistic about nuclear attack consequences that it was banned for 20 years, as its director passes away aged 90.

Iraq bans PKK in major security shift with Turkey

In a significant diplomatic move, Iraq has officially designated the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) as a banned organisation, marking a potential turning point in regional security cooperation with Turkey.

Paris Metro's Kohl Renaming Sparks Vietnam War Controversy

France faces international criticism after naming a Paris metro station 'Gare de l'Est - Helmut Kohl', honouring the German chancellor who supported US actions during the Vietnam War, drawing protests from Vietnamese officials and historians.

Trump: Detroit man fought with ISIS in Iraq

Former President Donald Trump claims intelligence sources identified Detroit man Mark Savaya as potential ISIS fighter in Iraq, raising serious questions about US border security and counter-terrorism efforts.

Iraq War veteran killed in one-punch attack

A violent assailant who killed decorated Iraq War veteran David Gower, 49, with a single punch in a senseless attack has been jailed for five years. The tragic case highlights the devastating consequences of street violence.

Benn: Troubles Legacy Act 'Completely Failed'

Shadow Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn delivers a scathing assessment of the UK's new Troubles legacy legislation, branding it a failure that betrays victims and risks legal chaos. Exclusive analysis.

Beazley defends War Memorial's ban on Roberts-Smith book prize

Former Australian Governor-General Kim Beazley defends the Australian War Memorial's contentious decision to exclude a book about Ben Roberts-Smith from its annual prize, igniting a fierce national debate on honour, valour, and historical legacy.

'Best War Film Ever' Stuns Channel 4 Viewers

Channel 4's broadcast of the critically acclaimed 1993 film 'The War Game' has left audiences stunned, with many taking to social media to declare it the most powerful and harrowing war movie ever created.

Couple's flight to Nice mistakenly lands in Iraq

A British couple's romantic getaway to the French Riviera took a terrifying detour when their flight unexpectedly landed in war-torn Iraq, sparking a frantic international incident and leaving them stranded for days.

Princeton Student Held Hostage in Iraq by Iran-Backed Group

Exclusive: Elizabeth Tsurkov, a doctoral candidate at Princeton, is being held by the Shia militant group Kata'ib Hezbollah in Iraq. The Israeli government confirms her Iranian-backed captivity is due to her Israeli citizenship.

Princeton Student Freed from Hezbollah Hostage Ordeal

Elizabeth Tsurkov, a doctoral student from Princeton University, has been released after being held captive by the Iranian-backed militant group Hezbollah in Iraq for over a year. The intricate diplomatic operation securing her freedom is detailed here.

Putin honours general sought by ICC for Ukraine war crimes

Vladimir Putin has provocatively awarded a 'Courage' medal to Russian General Sergei Kobylash, who is sought by the International Criminal Court for alleged crimes against humanity in Ukraine, signalling a stark dismissal of international law.

Russian Missile Barrage Devastates Zaporizhzhia

A brutal Russian missile strike has torn through the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, leaving a trail of destruction, multiple casualties, and shattered residential buildings. Newly emerged footage captures the horrifying moment of impact and the immediate

Russia Strikes Kyiv in Retaliation, UK Warns of Escalation

Russia launched a major missile attack on Kyiv, reportedly in retaliation for a Ukrainian strike on a Russian-linked British Council building. The UK government condemns the assault as intelligence points to further escalation.

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