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Democrats confront challenging 2025 state elections

Exclusive analysis reveals Democrats confronting challenging 2025 gubernatorial races in Virginia and New Jersey as Republican momentum builds. Polling data signals potential power shifts in key battleground states.

Zohran Mamdani's Political Rise in New York

Discover the remarkable political ascent of Zohran Mamdani, the democratic socialist capturing hearts and minds across New York with his unconventional approach to politics.

Newsom Challenges Trump in Powerful State Address

California Governor Gavin Newsom delivers powerful State of the State address positioning himself as Democratic alternative to Donald Trump, focusing on economic prosperity and democratic values.

WASPI women launch legal battle against DWP

Millions of women born in the 1950s secure major breakthrough as WASPI campaign forces DWP to court over state pension age changes in landmark legal challenge.

State Pension Set for Major 2024 Increase

Millions of pensioners could see their state pension payments increase significantly next year as the government confirms the triple lock mechanism will remain in place, potentially delivering the second-largest rise in history.

UK Formally Recognises Palestinian State

In a historic move, the UK has announced official recognition of Palestine as a state. The decision, announced by Foreign Secretary David Cameron, aims to accelerate peace efforts and a two-state solution with Israel.

Nations recognise Palestine, sparking Israeli fury

A significant diplomatic shift is underway as multiple European and Latin American countries formally recognise Palestinian statehood, triggering fierce condemnation from Israeli officials who label the moves a 'reward for terrorism'.

UK mulls 'performative' recognition of Palestinian state

Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper signals a potential Labour government shift, suggesting the UK could symbolically recognise a Palestinian state to pressure Israel on West Bank settlements and restart peace talks.

Starmer: UK could recognise Palestinian state pre-deal

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer declares UK could formally recognise a Palestinian state before a final peace deal with Israel, marking a significant shift in British foreign policy and sparking intense debate.

Lammy defends UK recognition of Palestinian state

Foreign Secretary David Lammy justifies the UK's pivotal decision to formally recognise Palestinian statehood, framing it as a crucial step towards a two-state solution and lasting peace in the Middle East.

UK considers recognising Palestinian state

The UK government is actively considering the formal recognition of a Palestinian state, a major policy move that could reshape Middle East diplomacy and break the political deadlock. Foreign Secretary David Cameron reveals the new strategy.

Trump Urged Starmer to Bomb Pakistan & Saudi Arabia

Ex-President Donald Trump reportedly advised UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to consider military action against Pakistan and Saudi Arabia to 'get respect', in a controversial phone call that has sent shockwaves through Westminster.

Starmer faces backlash over Palestinian state comments

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is under fire from both his own MPs and Conservative opponents after suggesting recognition of a Palestinian state should not be 'condemned to the end of the peace process'. The remarks have sparked a fierce political row in

Badenoch: Starmer's Palestine plan 'rewards terrorism'

Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch launches a scathing attack on Sir Keir Starmer's foreign policy, claiming his plan to unilaterally recognise a Palestinian state would be a 'reward for terrorism' and destabilise the Middle East.

Macron: France Ready to Recognise Palestinian State

French President Emmanuel Macron declares France is prepared to unilaterally recognise a Palestinian state, marking a significant shift in European diplomacy and challenging Israel's stance.

UK Prepares to Recognise Palestinian State in Historic Shift

The UK government, under Prime Minister Keir Starmer, is preparing to formally recognise Palestinian statehood in a major foreign policy move that could come as early as this Friday, signalling a decisive break from the previous administration's stance.

Starmer's Trump State Visit Sparks UK Political Fury

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under intense scrutiny for approving a lavish state visit for Donald Trump, amid fears the former US President will demand major UK policy shifts on Ukraine and Gaza in return.

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