Rudd: Trump Presidency Would Be 'Damaging' for Security
Australia's US ambassador delivers stark assessment of potential Trump return, citing concerns over NATO commitment and authoritarian leadership style in candid diplomatic cables.
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Chinese Embassy Approval Could Be Unlawful
Explosive legal opinion reveals UK ministers may have acted unlawfully by giving private assurances to China about their new embassy before planning permission was granted. The controversy raises serious questions about diplomatic transparency.
China-UK diplomatic row over stalled London embassy
China accuses Britain of acting in 'bad faith' as plans for new £250m London embassy face indefinite delays amid security concerns and political tensions.
Daredevil monkeys walk tightrope on live power cables
A troupe of fearless macaques has been captured on camera performing death-defying stunts while balancing precariously on live electrical wires in southern China, leaving residents and officials astonished by their urban acrobatics.
NATO hunts Russian stealth subs in UK waters
Exclusive intelligence reveals Russia is deploying advanced 'sub-classed' submarines capable of severing undersea cables, prompting NATO's biggest naval surveillance operation since Cold War.
Ireland demands Russia expel diplomat in tit-for-tat move
Tánaiste Micheál Martin issues stern warning to Moscow after Ireland declares Russian official persona non grata over 'completely unacceptable' activities.
UK spies gagged over Chinese embassy security concerns
Security officials were prevented from raising national security concerns about China's controversial new embassy compound in London, raising serious questions about diplomatic transparency and UK sovereignty.
China accused of water torture on UK diplomats
Tensions escalate as Chinese authorities allegedly cut water supplies to British diplomats' housing in Beijing, prompting concerns over diplomatic retaliation amid ongoing disputes over London's new embassy.
Chinese diplomatic vehicle stopped near Niagara Falls under investigation
Canadian authorities are investigating a diplomatic vehicle from China's Ottawa embassy after it was stopped near Niagara Falls, raising security concerns at the popular tourist destination.
France-South Africa Diplomatic Crisis Over Hotel Security
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa cancels Paris meeting after French authorities refuse diplomatic immunity for his security team at luxury Hyatt hotel.
Tonga's internet severed by volcanic cable damage
The Pacific island nation of Tonga faces an unprecedented communications blackout after volcanic activity destroyed crucial underwater internet cables, highlighting global digital vulnerabilities.
UK's Undersea Cables Face 'Catastrophic' Russian Attack
Exclusive: A chilling official report reveals Britain's critical undersea internet and power cables are vulnerable to a potentially catastrophic attack by Russia, threatening national security and the economy. Defence officials urge immediate action.
UK summons Russian ambassador over Warsaw embassy incident
The UK government has called in the Russian ambassador after a diplomatic vehicle was targeted in Warsaw. The FCDO condemns the 'unacceptable' act and reaffirms its support for Poland and Ukraine.
Cargo ship anchor severs vital internet cables in Long Beach
A major internet outage looms after a cargo ship's anchor severed vital subsea cables in Long Beach. The incident exposes the fragility of global digital infrastructure and raises serious questions about maritime safety protocols.
Trump Ally Wants UK Officials Prosecuted Over Leaks
A senior US Republican and Trump confidant has demanded the criminal prosecution of British civil servants involved in leaking diplomatic cables, causing a major transatlantic row and raising concerns about foreign interference in UK justice.
Australia Expels Iranian Ambassador; Iran Vows Retaliation
Australia expels Iran's top diplomat over alleged espionage and harassment of dissidents, triggering a major diplomatic crisis. Iran vows 'reciprocal and proportional' action, deepening the rift between the nations.
Australia expels Iranian ambassador over antisemitic attacks
Australia takes unprecedented diplomatic action, expelling Iran's ambassador following compelling evidence linking Tehran to orchestrated antisemitic attacks on Australian soil. The move signals a major escalation in bilateral tensions.
Israeli diplomat arrested in Nevada over espionage claims
A senior Israeli official has been detained in Nevada on suspicion of espionage, sparking diplomatic tensions between the US and Israel. Read the full story here.
China seizes Aung San Suu Kyi's properties
Chinese officials have confiscated multiple properties belonging to Myanmar's ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi, escalating tensions between the two nations.
Melania Trump's secret Putin letter revealed
Former US First Lady Melania Trump reportedly sent a private letter to Vladimir Putin during the Ukraine conflict, raising eyebrows in diplomatic circles.
China rejects Australia's spying claims as tensions rise
Beijing dismisses ASIO's allegations of Chinese interference as 'baseless', escalating diplomatic tensions between the two nations.
Labour MP Afzal Khan criticised over Cyprus remarks
Labour MP Afzal Khan sparks controversy with remarks on Cyprus, drawing criticism from Greek Cypriot groups and political opponents.
Starmer criticises Prince Charles over 'Far East Europe' remark
Labour leader Keir Starmer has called out Prince Charles for referring to Eastern Europe as the 'Far East', sparking a debate on diplomatic sensitivity.
SK leader demands Japan address wartime crimes
Lee Jae-myung, South Korea's opposition leader, has called on Japan to take responsibility for its wartime actions, including forced labour and sexual slavery, amid ongoing diplomatic tensions.
Lavrov's Soviet plane stunt angers Kyiv ahead of Putin-Trump talks
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stokes tensions by arriving in a Soviet-style CCCP plane, drawing fury from Ukraine and raising eyebrows ahead of a potential Putin-Trump meeting in Alaska.
Controller shouts 'Free Palestine' at Israeli pilots
A shocking incident unfolded as an air traffic controller allegedly yelled 'Free Palestine' at Israeli pilots, raising serious safety and diplomatic concerns.
Trump admin accused of softening human rights criticism
The US State Department's annual human rights report has sparked controversy, with critics accusing the Trump administration of downplaying abuses in key ally nations.
France recalls Mali ambassador amid tensions
France has officially recalled its ambassador from Mali following escalating diplomatic tensions, marking a new low in relations between the two nations.
Putin warns Japan over Soviet-era disputes
Vladimir Putin issues a stark warning to Japan regarding its historical claims tied to the Soviet Union, escalating diplomatic tensions in the region.
Spain and Morocco battle over 'Octopus Capital' title
The small Spanish town of Carballiño has ignited a culinary controversy by declaring itself the 'World Capital of the Octopus', angering Moroccan officials who claim the title belongs to their country.
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