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France intercepts Russian oil tanker near Calais
French authorities have dramatically seized a Russian-linked oil tanker near Calais in a significant escalation of EU sanctions against Moscow. The vessel, suspected of violating embargo measures, was prevented from departing amid growing Western pressure
Swinney demands Gaza ceasefire and end to UK arms exports
Scotland's new First Minister John Swinney calls for urgent ceasefire in Gaza and condemns UK arms exports to Israel, marking significant foreign policy stance.
Trump's 100% Tariff Threat to Australian Industry
Former US President Donald Trump is poised to announce crushing 100% tariffs on Australian aluminium and steel imports if re-elected, dealing a catastrophic blow to a key Australian industry and threatening thousands of jobs.
ITV Reporter Slammed for 'Jaw-Dropping' Cameron Interview
Foreign Secretary Lord David Cameron faced intense questioning from ITV News reporter Lucy Watson about UK arms sales to Israel, with the exchange sparking fierce online debate about interview etiquette.
Trump's Tariffs Damage UK Tea Exports, Says Fortnum's
The CEO of iconic British retailer Fortnum & Mason has issued a stark warning: US tariffs imposed by the Trump administration have severely damaged lucrative tea exports, costing the UK millions and threatening a historic trade relationship.
Labour's Gaza Arms Policy Sparks Fury from UK Palestinians
Exclusive: British-Palestinian community leaders condemn the UK government's continued military support for Israel amid the Gaza conflict, accusing it of complicity in atrocities and threatening Labour's voter base.
Starmer's U-turn: Labour drops UK steel tariff threat on US
In a major policy reversal, Sir Keir Starmer's Labour Party has abandoned plans to impose tariffs on UK steel exports to the US, a direct concession to Donald Trump's protectionist agenda. The move signals a pragmatic shift in Labour's trade strategy.
Cuba's Prison Forced Labour Scandal Exposed
A damning new report uncovers systematic forced labour in Cuban prisons, with inmates compelled to produce lucrative export goods like cigars and charcoal under brutal conditions for the state's profit.
Trump Threatens Russia Sanctions Over NATO Oil Purchases
Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump declares he will impose severe sanctions on Russia if NATO member states refuse to halt purchases of Russian oil, signalling a major shift in US foreign policy approach.
Sainsbury's Partners with Alibaba for China E-Commerce Push
In a landmark move for UK retail, supermarket titan Sainsbury's partners with Alibaba to launch a flagship store on Tmall Global, offering British groceries to millions of Chinese consumers.
Iceland suspends UK arms licences over Gaza war
Iceland halts new arms export licences to the UK, citing international humanitarian law concerns over Gaza. A significant diplomatic move scrutinising Britain's role in the Israel-Hamas war.
UK's secret AI chip deal to counter Trump export ban threat
Exclusive: The UK government is negotiating a clandestine deal with leading tech firms, including OpenAI and NVIDIA, to safeguard the nation's AI infrastructure from a potential Trump-led US export ban, The Independent can reveal.
Democratic Senators Accuse Israel of Gaza 'Ethnic Cleansing'
A group of prominent US Democratic senators issues a stark warning, accusing Israel of committing 'ethnic cleansing' in Gaza and urging President Biden to suspend weapon transfers, marking a significant escalation in internal party tensions over the confl
Iconic British Sports Car Returns to US After 25-Year Hiatus
In a stunning reversal, a legendary British sports car is poised to make a triumphant return to American roads after a quarter-century hiatus, overcoming its most controversial feature to meet modern standards.
China Secures Massive Siberian Gas Deal With Russia
Exclusive: As Europe weans itself off Russian gas, China secures a monumental energy deal with Siberia's Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, shifting the balance of global energy power and securing a bargain price for decades to come.
Trump & Mandelson Deal Cuts Scotch Whisky Tariffs
In a major boost for Scotland's economy, former political heavyweights Donald Trump and Peter Mandelson have brokered a groundbreaking agreement to dramatically reduce punitive US tariffs on Scotch Whisky, ending a long-standing trade dispute.
Clashes Between Police and Protesters at London Arms Fair
Dramatic scenes unfolded in London as activists protesting the DSEI arms fair clashed with Metropolitan Police. Watch footage of the scuffles and arrests.
Greta Thunberg joins Gaza flotilla drone protest
Climate activist Greta Thunberg participates in drone protest against UK government's arms exports to Israel, joining pro-Palestinian flotilla demonstration.
Trump Tariffs Sour UK-US Cheese Trade
UK cheese exporters are grappling with a potential crisis as new Trump administration tariffs threaten to curdle a multi-million pound trade with the US. Discover how British dairy is fighting back.
Jennings' Cartoon Skewers London Arms Fair Hypocrisy
A powerful new cartoon by Ben Jennings skewers the grim irony of the world's largest arms fair being hosted in London, juxtaposing weapons of war with the city's iconic landmarks and the UK's deepening cost-of-living crisis.
Volkswagen Secures US Deal to Avoid Trump Tariffs on Luxury Cars
Exclusive: Volkswagen Group secures a pivotal agreement with the US Trade Representative, exempting its luxury car imports from crippling 25% tariffs and securing its $4bn South Carolina investment.
Spanish PM Sánchez: Israel 'exterminating' people in Gaza
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez delivers a blistering condemnation of Israel's military campaign in Gaza, accusing it of 'exterminating defenceless people' and calling for an immediate end to EU arms exports. The remarks, made in parliament, signal a
China Export Growth Hits 6-Month Low Amid US Tariff Spat
China's export growth hits a six-month low, with shipments to the US plummeting amid escalating tariff tensions. Global oil prices also climb as markets react to the deepening trade rift.
Palestinians launch legal bid to stop UK arms exports to Israel
Palestinian organisations file a groundbreaking legal case against the UK Government, demanding an immediate halt to arms export licenses to Israel, citing violations of international law in Gaza.
Protesters storm Israeli arms firm Elbit's London HQ
Dozens of Palestine Action protesters were arrested after a major demonstration at the London headquarters of Elbit Systems, an Israeli arms manufacturer. The group occupied the building, unveiling banners and demanding an end to UK complicity in the Gaza
12 Arrested in London Palestine Protest Outside Government Building
Twelve protesters from Palestine Action were arrested after a major demonstration in Whitehall brought central London to a standstill. Activists targeted the Department for Business and Trade, demanding an end to UK arms exports to Israel.
London Protest Chaos: 12 Arrested in Whitehall Demo
Metropolitan Police arrest 12 protesters after Palestine Action activists chain themselves to government building in Whitehall, demanding end to UK-Israel arms trade. Major disruption ensues.
18 Arrested in London Arms Factory Protest Over Israel Links
Metropolitan Police detain nearly two dozen protesters after dramatic demonstration at London arms factory linked to Israeli defence contracts. Activists demand UK stop supplying weapons.
Palestine Action Blockades UK Arms Factories - Arrests Made
Palestine Action activists have launched a major day of disruption, blockading multiple UK arms factories in protest against their links to Israel. Police have made several arrests as demonstrators scale buildings and glue themselves to gates.
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