Farage's NI comments spark constitutional clash
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage faces backlash after suggesting Northern Ireland's ECHR membership could be reviewed, prompting Labour's Hilary Benn to defend the Good Friday Agreement.
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Starmer's Brexit reset: Labour plans EU relations overhaul
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer announces groundbreaking strategy to fundamentally reshape UK-EU ties, promising closer cooperation on security and trade while ruling out single market return.
Landlord's 'No Cooking' Clause Sparks Tenant Fury
A landlord's extraordinary clause banning tenants from cooking in their own kitchen has ignited legal controversy and tenant rights discussions across the UK rental market.
Trump and Netanyahu Agree Gaza Ceasefire Deal
In a dramatic diplomatic development, former US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have reportedly agreed on a comprehensive ceasefire agreement for Gaza, marking a significant shift in Middle East peace efforts.
Australia signs defence pact with UAE amid price crackdown
In a major diplomatic move, Australia signs a sweeping security agreement with the United Arab Emirates as the government intensifies pressure on supermarkets over cost of living concerns. Reserve Bank holds interest rates steady while political tensions
Trump and Netanyahu Announce Middle East Peace Framework
Former US President Donald Trump and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu unveil groundbreaking peace framework, challenging current diplomatic approaches and sparking international debate.
Hegseth ends Pentagon women's advisory committee
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has disbanded a key Pentagon advisory committee focused on women's service, sparking immediate backlash from lawmakers and advocacy groups.
NATO activates new Baltic defence command led by Estonia
Estonia leads a historic NATO defence initiative, creating a new Baltic military command to counter Russian aggression. The plan establishes a brigade-sized force and pre-positions equipment, fundamentally reshaping European security architecture.
Labour to adopt Green Party policies in election strategy
Exclusive: The Labour Party is set to adopt key Green Party policies in a major strategic shift, aiming to capture the environmental vote and reshape Britain's political landscape ahead of the next general election.
Estonia Warns: NATO Must Prepare for Russian Conflict Within Decade
Estonia's Foreign Intelligence Chief warns Europe faces a 'window of opportunity' to prepare for a military threat from Putin's Russia. Latest analysis on NATO's eastern flank defences and the critical need for increased defence spending across the allian
Trump warns Starmer over UK defence spending commitments
Former US President Donald Trump issues a stark warning to incoming PM Keir Starmer, urging the UK to meet its NATO spending commitments. Exclusive analysis on the implications for UK-US relations and national defence.
Trump's Secret Taliban Deal: Bagram Airbase Handover Exposed
Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump's administration secretly agreed to hand over Bagram Airfield to the Taliban in 2020, a bombshell revelation that contradicts his public stance on Afghanistan and raises serious questions about the chaotic 2021 wit
US Asylum Seekers Cross into Canada via Quebec Loophole
A surge of asylum seekers is entering Canada from the US through an unofficial crossing in Quebec, bypassing the Safe Third Country Agreement and creating a new challenge for authorities.
Israel's £1.60 Laser Defence Shoots Down Missiles
Israel has revolutionised missile defence with its new 'Light Shield' laser system, capable of intercepting threats for a mere £1.60 per shot—a fraction of the cost of existing Iron Dome rockets.
EU Revives India Trade Pact to Counter Russia in Ukraine War
Exclusive: The European Union is accelerating negotiations for a landmark free trade agreement with India, a strategic move to reduce Moscow's economic leverage and secure supply chains amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
West African Nations Forge Historic Cooperation Pact
In a landmark move for regional stability, Ghana, Senegal, and The Gambia have signed a pivotal cooperation agreement covering security, economic development, and cross-border collaboration, signalling a new era of West African diplomacy.
Clegg's Tech Pact Branded 'Sloppy Seconds' from US
Former UK Deputy PM Nick Clegg faces intense criticism for a multibillion-dollar transatlantic tech pact, with US insiders dismissing it as a desperate move for 'sloppy seconds' from Silicon Valley.
Australia's 2035 Climate Gamble: Planet at Crossroads
As global heating targets hang by a thread, Australia's Labour government faces a pivotal 'sliding doors' moment with its ambitious 2035 emissions reduction goal. Analysis reveals the critical gap between current pledges and what science demands to avert
PNG delays Australia defence treaty in major setback
Papua New Guinea's parliament postpones ratification of crucial security pact with Australia, dealing significant setback to Canberra's Pacific strategy and Anthony Albanese's government.
Kendall: 'One-In, One-Out' Asylum Deal Will Go Ahead
Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall confirms the government will push ahead with its controversial asylum seeker relocation agreement with an unnamed third country, following a last-minute High Court injunction attempt.
UK's Submarine Spending Scandal: Billions Wasted
Exclusive investigation reveals the staggering cost of Britain's submarine programme while revolutionary drone technology offers a fraction of the cost. Defence experts question spending priorities.
UK and France sign new Channel security pact to stop small boats
In a landmark move, UK Home Secretary Yvette Cooper finalises a new security agreement with France, pledging millions to tackle small boat crossings and disrupt criminal smuggling networks in the Channel.
France pushes 30% cap on UK parts in EU defence fund
Paris proposes a 30% ceiling on the value of British-made components in EU defence projects, a move seen as a direct challenge to UK's defence industry and a new Brexit clash.
Albanese's PNG security deal mission fails
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's crucial diplomatic mission to Papua New Guinea has ended without a landmark security treaty, dealing a significant blow to Canberra's efforts to counter Chinese influence in the Pacific region.
Eritrean migrant challenges UK-France deportation deal in High Court
A 25-year-old Eritrean man has launched a High Court challenge against the UK government's migrant deal with France, claiming it leaves him destitute. The case could set a major precedent for Labour's immigration policy.
Admiral: Whitehall 'Blob' Sabotaging UK Defence
Exclusive: Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the UK's Chief of the Defence Staff, delivers a devastating critique of the Whitehall establishment, branding the state as 'not working' and stifling crucial military reform with bureaucratic inertia.
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.
Ex-Military Chief: Bureaucracy Delaying MOD Reform
A former head of the British Army, General Lord Dannatt, delivers a scathing critique, warning that remote meetings and bureaucratic inertia are dangerously delaying the Ministry of Defence's modernisation and preparedness.
UK Detainees in Hunger Strike Protest Over France Returns
Exclusive report reveals desperate conditions and legal limbo for migrants held in UK detention centres under the new returns agreement with France. Mental health crises and hunger strikes escalate.
Australia and PNG sign major defence pact amid Pacific tensions
Australia and Papua New Guinea sign a landmark security agreement, strengthening military cooperation and regional stability in the Pacific amidst growing geopolitical competition.
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