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Met Police officer charged over protest assault on Green candidate

A serving Metropolitan Police constable faces criminal charges after being accused of striking a Green Party local election candidate during a heated anti-Israel demonstration in central London. The incident, captured on video, has sparked an internal inv

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.

Woman charged after pro-Palestine protest at arms factory

Hannah Thomas, 23, was arrested during a pro-Palestine demonstration outside a London arms factory. Police confirm she was charged with assaulting an emergency worker. The protest group, Palestine Action, claims the site supplies components to Israel.

Union Jack protest house sparks immigration debate

A British homeowner in a quiet residential street has draped his property in Union Jack flags in a dramatic protest against illegal immigration, sparking local debate and council attention.

Giant Trump Balloon Protest Erupts in Central London

Thousands of protesters descended upon central London in a dramatic demonstration against Donald Trump, featuring giant nappy-clad effigies, 'MAGA' drags, and placards branding the former President a fascist.

UK-US Trade Deal Hopes Fade Before Trump Visit

Downing Street downplays prospects of a major UK-US trade agreement during Donald Trump's upcoming state visit, as political hurdles and protectionist policies cast doubt on a swift deal.

Anti-Migrant and Counter-Protesters Clash in Central London

Central London became a battleground as hundreds of anti-migrant protesters and counter-demonstrators faced off in a tense standoff near the Houses of Parliament, requiring a significant Metropolitan Police intervention to maintain order.

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.

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.

Anti-immigration protester arrested on Westminster Bridge

Dramatic scenes unfolded in central London as a British nationalist protester was arrested after scaling a lamppost on Westminster Bridge during an anti-immigration demonstration, causing significant traffic disruption.

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.

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