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Trump's Taiwan arms freeze sparks trade deal fears

Exclusive: Reports that Donald Trump has paused critical weapons aid to Taiwan have raised alarm among security experts, who fear the former president may be using the island's security as leverage in trade negotiations with China.

Vietnam fortifies Russia ties after Putin's strategic visit

Vietnam is strategically deepening its diplomatic and economic partnership with Russia, navigating complex global alliances after President Vladimir Putin's recent high-profile visit to Hanoi, which drew international scrutiny.

Putin's £9bn Debt to Kim Exposed in Arms Deal Betrayal

A damning new intelligence report reveals Vladimir Putin is ripping off Kim Jong-un, failing to pay for millions of North Korean shells and missiles crucial to his war in Ukraine. The £9 billion debt exposes a desperate and crumbling alliance.

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.

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.

Chinese 'Kamikaze' Drone Hits Taiwanese Ship in Strait

Exclusive: A suspected Chinese maritime drone collided with a Taiwanese commercial vessel in the Taiwan Strait, escalating military tensions. The incident, captured on video, raises fears of a new era of asymmetric warfare.

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

Putin: Trump Would Have Cut Ukraine Arms to Force Peace

Vladimir Putin alleges Donald Trump would have blocked further US arms to Ukraine, forcing Kyiv into peace talks. The explosive claim reveals deep Kremlin interference fears as Ukraine battles Russian assaults.

I Tried UK's Worst Meal Deal - Shocking Results

A daring food journalist takes on the UK's most brutally reviewed supermarket meal deal from Boots. Discover the shocking truth about this £5 'culinary crime' in our jaw-dropping taste test investigation.

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.

Taiwan referendum on nuclear plant reboot fails

A landmark referendum to restart Taiwan's last mothballed nuclear power plant has officially failed, dealing a significant blow to proponents of atomic energy and reshaping the island's energy security debate.

Kim Jong Un heads to Russia for Putin summit on arms deal

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is travelling to Russia in his iconic armoured train for a high-stakes meeting with Vladimir Putin. The summit, expected to focus on potential arms deals for Russia's war in Ukraine, has triggered major international securi

Foxconn & NVIDIA to Build AI Mega-Factory in Taiwan

Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn partners with NVIDIA to construct a colossal new AI data centre, boosting the island's status as a global tech hub amidst ongoing political pressures from China.

US Navy Warship Transits Taiwan Strait, Defying China

A US Navy destroyer has conducted a high-profile transit through the sensitive Taiwan Strait, challenging Beijing's territorial claims and reaffirming Washington's commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific.

Boots Beats Tesco For Best UK Meal Deal 2024

Exclusive taste test and financial analysis reveals the best and worst meal deals from UK supermarkets. Find out where to get the most bang for your buck for your lunch.

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.

North Korea's Taipei Threat Condemned by UN

Exclusive: The United Nations issues a stern rebuke to North Korea after it menacingly declares Taipei, Taiwan, part of its 'operational area' in a dramatic escalation of tensions, challenging China's authority and destabilising regional security.

North Korea brands UN a US 'puppet' in explosive tirade

In a fiery address, North Korea's UN ambassador defended Pyongyang's missile tests and launched a scathing attack on the United Nations, accusing it of being a mere extension of US foreign policy concerning Taiwan and its own weapons programme.

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