US Sanctions UAE Firm Over Russian Oil Price Cap Breaches
The US Treasury imposes major sanctions on a UAE shipping firm and 18 vessels for allegedly flouting the G7's price cap on Russian oil, escalating efforts to curb Moscow's war funding.
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Public Officials Face Jail in New UK Misconduct Law
A landmark new bill will introduce criminal sanctions, including imprisonment, for public officials who breach official codes of conduct, marking the UK's toughest-ever anti-corruption measure.
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.
Cooper Urges Immediate Sanctions on Russia After Kyiv Attack
Shadow Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper urges the government to immediately sanction Russian officials linked to the deadly missile strike on a children's hospital in Kyiv, criticising delays in the UK's response.
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.
Record number of offenders avoid court in Scotland
Exclusive figures reveal a dramatic surge in criminals being diverted from prosecution to social work schemes in Scotland, with over 34,000 cases recorded last year. Critics warn of a 'soft-touch' justice system as serious offenders, including those charg
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.
Hyundai Georgia Plant Sparks Diplomatic Row with South Korea
A major diplomatic rift has erupted between South Korea and Georgia after a Hyundai supplier was accused of using child labour. Seoul has summoned the US ambassador in a dramatic escalation.
Canary Islands Tourists Face Bans for Dodging Fines
Holidaymakers in the Canary Islands are being warned they risk severe financial penalties and being barred from returning if they attempt to dodge on-the-spot fines for flouting local laws.
US sanctions Palestinian human rights groups
The Biden administration imposes severe sanctions on six major Palestinian human rights and civil society organisations, accusing them of 'supporting terrorism'. The move draws fierce condemnation from the UN, EU, and leading human rights groups.
Decoding China's Strategic Move on Russia & North Korea
An in-depth analysis of China's recent diplomatic statement on the Putin-Kim alliance. We dissect Beijing's intentions: a genuine call for peace or a calculated move in a new era of great power rivalry?
UK and US seize Russian oligarch assets in war crackdown
In a landmark move, the UK and US have jointly seized multi-million-pound assets from key Russian oligarchs, targeting a multi-billion-dollar financial network in a significant escalation of sanctions over the Ukraine war.
NATO Chief Warns China Over Military Support for Russia
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte confronts Chinese officials in Beijing, demanding an immediate halt to military support for Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Exclusive details on the tense diplomatic exchange.
Putin and Kim Forge Strategic Pact to Challenge West
Vladimir Putin's landmark visit to North Korea results in a historic strategic partnership treaty, signalling a major shift in global alliances and raising alarms in Western capitals.
Kim Jong-un Visits Xi in Beijing for Strategic Talks
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un makes a significant visit to Beijing for talks with President Xi Jinping, signalling a potential strategic realignment and a unified stance against Western sanctions.
UK pours millions into Putin's war machine via Russian gas
Exclusive investigation reveals British companies are still legally importing billions of pounds worth of Russian liquified natural gas, indirectly funding Putin's war in Ukraine.
Putin, Xi, Modi Summit: United Front Against West
The leaders of Russia, China, and India met in a landmark trilateral summit, sending a powerful message of economic defiance to the West and warning against the return of Trump-era protectionism.
Maduro threatens Trump with 'asymmetrical warfare' at UN
Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro has issued a chilling threat of retaliation against former US President Donald Trump, vowing 'asymmetrical warfare' during a fiery address at the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
Xi Jinping's Moscow visit signals new anti-Western world order
Chinese President Xi Jinping's first visit to Moscow since the Ukraine invasion is a stark geopolitical challenge to the West, strengthening the anti-Western alliance and sidelining the US.
Columbia University backlash over Gaza protest punishments
Exclusive: Parents and free speech advocates condemn Columbia University for severe disciplinary actions against students involved in pro-Palestinian protests, alleging a failure of due process and a chilling effect on campus activism.
Belgium PM threatens Israel with sanctions over Gaza
Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo issues a stark ultimatum, warning of potential sanctions and trade measures against Israel if it fails to comply with the International Court of Justice's ruling on Gaza, marking a significant escalation in EU-Isra
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.
Xi Jinping Hosts Putin in Beijing for Strategic Summit
Chinese leader Xi Jinping hosts Vladimir Putin in Beijing for a high-stakes summit, reinforcing their 'no-limits' partnership as both face escalating tensions with the West.
Iran triggers nuclear deal 'snapback' to reimpose sanctions
Iran has initiated the controversial 'snapback' mechanism in the 2015 nuclear deal, a move that could see all UN sanctions on the country reinstated and further escalate tensions with the US and Israel.
340,000 Lose Benefits in DWP Crackdown
A massive DWP shake-up has seen benefits stopped for hundreds of thousands. Here's what's happening and how to avoid your payments being cut off.
Iran Braces for 'Dangerous' UN Sanctions
Exclusive: Iranians face a deepening economic crisis as the UN Security Council considers reimposing crippling sanctions, with citizens fearing a return to the harsh austerity of the past.
Putin's Beijing Summit: Deepening Alliance with Xi Jinping
Vladimir Putin meets Xi Jinping in a high-stakes visit to China, signalling a deepening 'no-limits' partnership aimed at countering Western influence and reshaping the global order amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Xi and Putin Strengthen Alliance in Beijing Summit
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin have vowed to deepen strategic cooperation during a high-stakes summit in Beijing, presenting a united front against the West and boosting Eurasian security ties.
EU Leaders Demand New Russia Sanctions After Kyiv Attack
European leaders, including UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron, are calling for a major escalation of sanctions against Russia following a devastating missile strike on a children's hospital in Kyiv. The attack, which killed dozens, has been condemned as
Court blocks Trump's Venezuela oil deal
A US federal court has halted a controversial deal between Donald Trump's company and Venezuela's state-owned oil giant, PDVSA, dealing a significant legal and political blow to the former president.
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