Two Russian shadow fleet tankers explode in Black Sea
Two tankers from Russia's shadow fleet caught fire after explosions near Turkey's Bosphorus Strait. All 45 crew members safely evacuated as investigation continues.
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UK Embassy Accused of Undermining Sanctions
The British embassy in Tel Aviv faces allegations of violating UK sanctions law by employing an Israeli citizen who owns a home in an illegal West Bank settlement. Experts warn of potential legal and reputational risks.
John Terry attacks UK government over Abramovich treatment
Chelsea legend John Terry condemns the UK government's sanctions on Roman Abramovich, calling the treatment 'disgusting' and highlighting the former owner's positive legacy.
Ukraine Withdraws Troops Amid Heavy Zaporizhzhia Fighting
Ukrainian forces withdraw from Zaporizhzhia positions as Russia advances. Lukoil faces US sanctions deadline. Read the latest Ukraine war developments.
Lukoil's $2.7bn Fire Sale Before US Sanctions
Russian oil giant Lukoil rushes to sell European assets worth $2.7bn before new US sanctions take effect. Analysis reveals strategic move to offload key infrastructure. Read the full investigation.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy "Probably Avoidable" Says Expert
Exclusive analysis reveals Birmingham City Council's financial collapse might have been prevented as expert questions Labour leadership's decision-making in Britain's second city.
Birmingham Council Bankruptcy: Inside Britain's Worst Council Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals how accounting failures and political paralysis pushed Birmingham City Council into the biggest local government financial crisis in UK history, forcing devastating cuts to essential services.
Surrey Labour splits over £1.2bn council debt crisis
Exclusive: Labour faces internal division in Surrey as two councils consider breaking away amid government pressure to address catastrophic local authority debt. The political earthquake threatens Starmer's authority in traditional Tory heartlands.
Woking gets £500m bailout in council shake-up
The bankrupt Woking Borough Council secures a massive government rescue package as Surrey County Council takes control of key services in a dramatic local government overhaul.
Woking Council declares bankruptcy with £1.9bn debt
Woking Borough Council faces financial collapse with a staggering £1.9bn deficit, joining a growing list of UK local authorities in crisis. Discover how risky investments and government funding cuts created this perfect storm.
Maduro plans international travel as US eases Venezuela sanctions
Nicolás Maduro prepares for first international trip in years amid Biden administration's controversial sanctions relief, signalling major shift in US-Venezuela relations ahead of critical elections.
Trump's Secret Putin Oil Deal: Sanctions Scheme Exposed
Explosive investigation reveals Donald Trump's alleged secret deal with Vladimir Putin to lift Russian oil sanctions in exchange for favourable energy terms, raising serious national security concerns.
Putin defies US but admits sanctions causing losses
Russian President Vladimir Putin delivers defiant speech rejecting US demands while conceding Western sanctions are inflicting significant damage on Russia's economy and military capabilities.
EU hits Russian LNG with landmark sanctions
The European Union unveils its toughest energy sanctions yet, targeting Russia's lucrative liquefied natural gas exports in a decisive move to cripple Kremlin war funding.
Trump's Russia Oil Sanctions: Will They Work?
The Trump administration's latest move to sanction Russian oil companies raises critical questions about effectiveness, global energy markets, and geopolitical strategy in a divided world.
Trump to lift Russian oil sanctions if re-elected: report
Former President Donald Trump reportedly plans to lift sanctions on major Russian energy corporations if re-elected, raising alarm among Western allies about potential Kremlin financial lifelines.
US imposes devastating oil sanctions on Russia over Ukraine
The Biden administration imposes sweeping new sanctions targeting Russia's crucial oil industry after Vladimir Putin rejects latest diplomatic efforts to end the Ukraine conflict, marking a significant escalation in economic pressure.
UK sanctions Russian billionaire Usmanov over Ukraine
Britain imposes sweeping sanctions on Putin-linked oligarch Alisher Usmanov, freezing assets and imposing travel ban in coordinated Western response to Ukraine invasion.
DUP's Robinson attacks UK government over Israeli sanctions
DUP leader Gavin Robinson has launched a scathing attack on the UK Government's decision to impose sanctions on Israeli settlers, warning it threatens to destabilise the delicate power-sharing agreement at Stormont.
Council Tax Crisis: Local Authorities Demand Funding Overhaul
UK councils issue urgent warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves as financial pressures threaten essential services including social care, libraries and bin collections.
Cardiff Council abolishes cabinet system in governance overhaul
Cardiff Council votes to abolish its cabinet model, returning to a committee system that promises greater transparency and cross-party involvement in decision-making.
UK sanctions Russian oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil
Britain intensifies economic pressure on Moscow with sweeping sanctions targeting Russia's vital energy sector and key military-industrial complex figures.
Russia's Economic Crisis Deepens Amid Sanctions Pressure
Exclusive analysis reveals Russia's economic turmoil deepens as Kremlin scrambles to stabilise markets while Putin faces mounting pressure from Trump-era policies and ongoing Ukraine conflict.
UK sanctions Russia's energy giants in war funding crackdown
Britain intensifies economic pressure on Moscow with new sanctions targeting Russia's largest energy corporations, aiming to cripple Putin's oil revenue streams and disrupt vital supply chains.
NZ Government Dramatically Cuts Māori Council Representation
New Zealand's coalition government has dramatically reduced guaranteed Māori representation on local councils, cutting dedicated seats by more than half in a move critics call a devastating blow to indigenous rights.
Labour warned against local election complacency
Shadow Commons leader Lucy Powell cautions Labour against complacency in upcoming May local elections, warning that writing off contests could prove costly for Starmer's government.
Council leaders banned from policy announcements without approval
Exclusive: Council chiefs and public servants across Britain have been ordered to seek government approval before making significant policy statements in dramatic Whitehall power grab.
Israel faces unprecedented global boycott movement
A comprehensive international boycott movement against Israel is gaining unprecedented momentum, targeting everything from consumer goods to academic ties, as global frustration mounts over ongoing policies.
Kent Council declares financial emergency amid budget crisis
Kent County Council faces financial meltdown, proposing unprecedented council tax hikes and sweeping service cuts to avoid effective bankruptcy. Local residents brace for impact as authority warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead.
Labour unveils radical devolution plans for local power
Senior Labour figures Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson announce ambitious plans to devolve significant powers from Whitehall to local communities, marking a fundamental restructuring of British governance.
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