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Lammy Stays as Foreign Secretary in Starmer's Cabinet

Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirms David Lammy will remain as Foreign Secretary, praising his 'excellent start' despite previous criticisms of the role. The decision signals continuity in Labour's foreign policy approach.

Legal Threat to Lammy Over Gaza Arms Policy

Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under intense scrutiny as a new legal opinion suggests he could be held personally liable for his policy on Gaza, testing the boundaries of ministerial responsibility.

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.

UK Aid Cuts Fuel Deadly Malaria Surge in Africa

A damning report reveals how UK government aid cuts have dismantled a flagship anti-malaria programme, leading to a devastating rise in deaths across Africa and threatening a global health crisis.

UK sanctions target Russian metals and diamonds

The UK government announces a new wave of sanctions aimed at crippling Russia's war economy, banning imports of Russian metals and targeting the lucrative diamond industry in coordination with G7 allies.

Lukashenko pardons prisoners in US sanctions deal

In a startling diplomatic move, Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko has pardoned and released dozens of prisoners, including a British citizen, in a deal linked to the potential lifting of US sanctions. This article delves into the details of the agr

Trump's New Russia Sanctions Threat: Impact on Ukraine War

Ex-President Donald Trump signals a major foreign policy shift, declaring readiness to impose stringent new sanctions on Russia. This analysis examines the potential impact on Vladimir Putin's war machine in Ukraine and global geopolitics.

Johnson's £700k Maduro meeting invoice revealed

Exclusive: A leaked invoice shows Boris Johnson's company charged a US lobbyist over £700,000 for a clandestine meeting with Venezuela's controversial president Nicolás Maduro, raising serious ethical and legal questions.

British student's Dubai prison torture nightmare

A British law student details his horrific 11-month ordeal in a Dubai prison, alleging torture, forced confessions, and a complete collapse of justice after a minor altercation.

UK's 'last chance' Gaza evacuation order for Britons

The UK Foreign Office issues an urgent 'do or die' evacuation order for British nationals in Gaza ahead of a feared Israeli ground offensive. Officials warn this is the 'last chance' to leave as conflict escalates.

UK sanctions Iran's top prosecutor over protest crackdown

The UK government imposes a fresh wave of sanctions on Iran's Prosecutor General, Mohammad Jafar Montazeri, for his central role in the regime's brutal crackdown on protestors. This decisive move targets the regime's 'sham trials' and death sentences.

British Couple Charged with Espionage in Iranian Court

A British-Australian academic and her partner are facing espionage charges in Iran after being detained for months without formal accusation. Their family breaks silence on the shocking secret court case.

UK's Feeble Gaza Atrocity Response Sparks Outrage

Britain faces mounting criticism for its tepid diplomatic response to the latest civilian casualties in Gaza, as aid groups condemn the government's inaction and call for immediate sanctions.

Trump's Russia Sanctions Veto Threat Sparks Fury

Former President Donald Trump faces a firestorm of bipartisan criticism after vowing to block new US sanctions against Russia, a move Senator Lindsey Graham condemns as a 'gift to Putin' that undermines global security.

Zelensky Cancels Meeting with Starmer in Washington

Sir Keir Starmer's first US visit as PM faces early turbulence as President Zelensky abruptly cancels White House meeting, blaming a last-minute scheduling conflict. The diplomatic hiccup overshadows talks with President Biden and a major NATO summit focu

Trump warns India over Russian oil imports

Former US President Donald Trump has cautioned India against bypassing Western sanctions by purchasing Russian oil, hinting at potential secondary tariffs if he returns to office.

UK Govt Sanctions Gaza Amid Israel Tensions

The UK government's decision to impose economic sanctions on Gaza has sparked controversy, with critics accusing it of exacerbating the humanitarian crisis while tensions with Israel escalate.

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