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London Arms Fair Sparks Fiery Protests and Police Clashes

Chaos engulfed a major London defence exhibition as activists clashed with police, setting tyres alight in a dramatic protest against the global arms trade. Our photo report captures the fiery scenes and the tense standoff.

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.

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

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.

UK bans Israeli officials from London arms fair over Gaza

The British government has barred Israeli defence officials from attending a major London arms exhibition amid growing international concern over the war in Gaza. The move signals a significant diplomatic shift in UK-Israel relations.

Trump's Tariff Plan: Threat to UK Economy Revealed

Exclusive analysis reveals how Donald Trump's proposed aggressive tariff regime could trigger a transatlantic trade war, spike consumer prices, and hit British businesses hard if he wins the 2024 election.

Nations Halt US Weapons Shipments Over Trump Tariffs

Exclusive: In a dramatic move, several allied nations have suspended arms exports to the United States, retaliating against former President Donald Trump's proposed tariff threats. This marks a significant escalation in global trade tensions.

Canadian lumber tariff bid against US falls flat

A major Canadian effort to impose punishing tariffs on American softwood lumber has collapsed spectacularly, handing a surprise victory to US producers and exposing the complexities of cross-border trade disputes.

UK Court Upholds Government's Israel Arms Export Policy

The UK High Court has rejected a legal bid to halt British arms exports to Israel, ruling the government's decision-making process was lawful. The case, brought by campaigners, centred on allegations of breaches of international humanitarian law in Gaza.

UK to ban Palestine Action group

The UK government is set to ban Palestine Action under new anti-protest laws, with activists already facing arrests for targeting arms companies linked to Israel.

Palestine Action Disrupts UK Over Arms Trade

Activists from Palestine Action have staged dramatic protests across Britain, targeting government buildings and defence contractors to oppose UK complicity in the Israeli arms trade. Read their demands and the official response.

Palestine Action: 'We're not terrorists'

Members of Palestine Action hit back at claims of terrorism, insisting their direct-action protests are lawful and necessary to challenge arms trade complicity in Gaza.

Australia denies weapons supply to Israel

Australian Defence Minister Richard Marles insists the country is not sending weapons to Israel, while critics argue that components supplied could still be classified as arms.

Activists storm London Live in protest over arms trade

Pro-Palestine activists stormed the London Live studio during a live broadcast, demanding an end to UK arms sales to Israel. The dramatic protest saw banners unfurled and chants echoing through the studio.

Israel arms trade scrutinised during Gaza conflict

Global concerns rise as Israel's arms exports come under fire during ongoing military operations in Gaza. Critics question the ethics of supplying weapons amid rising civilian casualties.

Trump's tariff plan ignites economic debate

Former President Donald Trump proposes sweeping new trade tariffs, igniting fierce discussions on economic policy and global trade relations as the US election looms.

UK steel faces new tariff threat

The UK steel sector braces for impact as new tariffs threaten trade relations and local employment. Experts weigh in on the potential fallout.

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