Plastic pollution treaty talks end in failure
International negotiations for a landmark treaty to tackle plastic pollution have collapsed, leaving environmentalists frustrated as nations fail to reach consensus.
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Plastics Treaty Collapses After Petrostates Block Deal
Despite high hopes, international talks on a global plastics treaty have failed due to opposition from oil-producing nations. Here’s why we must keep fighting for change.
Healey visits Faslane naval base in defence review
Defence Secretary John Healey made his first official visit to the Faslane naval base, home to the UK's nuclear deterrent, as part of a broader strategic defence review.
UN plastic treaty talks begin in Geneva
Global negotiators gather in Geneva for critical UN talks on a legally binding treaty to tackle plastic pollution. Will this be the turning point in the fight against the plastic crisis?
Nations divided over global plastic pollution treaty terms
Delegates from 175 countries gather in Geneva to negotiate a groundbreaking treaty aimed at tackling the escalating plastic pollution crisis, but disagreements over production limits and waste management threaten progress.
UN plastic treaty talks reach decisive final day in Geneva
As UN negotiations in Geneva enter their final day, nations grapple with a landmark treaty to tackle the escalating plastic pollution crisis. Will they deliver a binding agreement?
Plastic pollution treaty talks stall before deadline
Negotiations for a landmark global treaty to tackle plastic pollution have stalled, leaving delegates scrambling to reach an agreement before the deadline.
Fossil fuel lobbyists swarm plastics treaty talks
As global negotiators gather in Geneva to tackle the plastic pollution crisis, a surge in fossil fuel lobbyists raises concerns over industry influence on the treaty's outcome.
200+ lobbyists at UN plastic talks hinder progress
Environmental campaigners raise concerns as more than 200 fossil fuel and chemical industry lobbyists attend UN plastic treaty negotiations, potentially undermining efforts to tackle plastic pollution.
Russia quits nuclear treaty, warns West
Moscow has officially pulled out of a landmark treaty banning short and medium-range nuclear missiles, escalating tensions with the West amid global security concerns.
Paris plastic pollution treaty talks reach critical phase
As world leaders gather in Paris for the final round of talks on a landmark treaty to tackle plastic pollution, tensions rise over key issues like production caps and waste management. Will a deal be reached?
UN plastic talks must deliver ambitious treaty - expert
A top environmental scientist warns that upcoming UN negotiations on plastic pollution must result in a bold, enforceable treaty to tackle the global crisis effectively.
Albanese pledges £176m for Indigenous Australians
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese commits an additional £176 million to support Indigenous communities as calls for a treaty intensify.
ADF recruitment shortfall continues despite improvements
The Australian Defence Force has fallen short of its recruitment targets, though recent improvements offer a glimmer of hope. What’s behind the shortfall?
Defence Secretary grilled over military readiness
Labour and Liberal Democrat MPs challenge Defence Secretary Grant Shapps on military preparedness and equipment shortages in a heated parliamentary session.
Fordham slams Albanese over defence shutdown risks
Radio host Ben Fordham has criticised PM Anthony Albanese for shutting down a critical defence project, warning it could leave Australia exposed to Chinese influence.
UK pledges 2.5% GDP defence spending by 2030
The British government has pledged to increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2030, ensuring the nation is prepared for escalating global security challenges.
Taxpayer money funds secret Victoria treaty perks
Taxpayers are footing the bill for lavish perks in a secret treaty, raising questions about government spending priorities.
AUKUS Defence Talks Heat Up Amid Global Tensions
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Defence Minister Richard Marles engage in critical AUKUS discussions, focusing on regional security and defence cooperation during the Talisman Sabre military exercises.
UK & Australia Sign 50-Year Defence Pact Under AUKUS
Australia and the UK have signed a landmark 50-year defence treaty, deepening military ties under the AUKUS alliance to counter rising threats in the Indo-Pacific.
Pentagon revolt: Hegseth demands Defence Secretary's removal
Exclusive details reveal growing discontent within the Pentagon as Pete Hegseth's scathing letter demands the removal of the Defence Secretary, citing leadership failures.
Plastic industry's secret takeover of UN treaty talks
Leaked documents reveal how fossil fuel lobbyists outnumbered delegates at critical UN plastic pollution negotiations, watering down potential bans on harmful polymers.
SAS data leak sparks urgent MoD security probe
The Ministry of Defence has launched an urgent investigation after sensitive SAS recruitment documents were leaked online, exposing personal data of elite soldiers.
Starmer and Merz sign UK-Germany treaty post-Brexit
Labour leader Keir Starmer and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz announce a groundbreaking treaty to strengthen UK-Germany ties, marking a new era of cooperation after Brexit.
UK-Germany Deal to Combat Small Boats Crisis
The UK and Germany have signed a landmark treaty aimed at curbing illegal migration via small boats. The agreement focuses on intelligence sharing and joint operations to dismantle smuggling networks.
UK-Germany migration treaty: Key details
Britain and Germany are set to sign a landmark agreement on migration, marking a significant step in bilateral relations. Here's what you need to know.
UK-Germany migration treaty: Key details
Keir Starmer and Friedrich Merz are poised to finalise a landmark UK-Germany agreement on migration, marking a significant shift in European policy.
Healey praises Daily Mail for Afghan airlifts coverage
John Healey, the Defence Secretary, has commended the Daily Mail for its ethical reporting during the critical Afghan evacuation operations, highlighting the importance of responsible journalism.
UK-Germany treaty targets smugglers, boosts defence
Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German opposition leader Friedrich Merz sign a landmark treaty targeting smuggling gangs and enhancing UK-Germany defence cooperation.
RAF to resume combat missions in Middle East
The Royal Air Force is set to recommence combat operations in Iraq and Syria following a directive from Defence Secretary John Healey, marking a pivotal change in UK defence strategy.
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