The International Court of Justice singles out Israeli President Isaac Herzog in a landmark ruling, finding his incendiary rhetoric contributed to violations of international law in Gaza.
A powerful new cartoon by Ben Jennings skewers Health Secretary Wes Streeting's stance on free speech, depicting a stark contradiction between his words and the government's actions on NHS protests and silencing critics.
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?
As the political centre crumbles, a new movement advocating for a unified right-wing party is emerging. Could this be the answer to Britain's political stagnation and a path to a decisive Conservative future?
Former Culture Secretary Nadine Dorries delivers a devastating blow to the Conservatives, announcing her defection to Reform UK and declaring the Tory party 'dead' in a scathing attack.
Labour's Deputy Leader Angela Rayner has publicly declared her ambition to become Deputy Prime Minister if the party wins the next general election, signalling a united front with Keir Starmer.
Rotherham Council Leader Chris Read suspended by Labour after leaked audio reveals he dismissed victims of the town's notorious grooming gangs as 'white trash'. The scandal erupts as the party faces scrutiny over its handling of the historic abuse crisis.
In a bombshell move, Donald Trump demands Republican lawmakers sign an 'oath of allegiance' or risk being ousted by MAGA-backed challengers, escalating his war on party dissent.
Nigel Farage declares Reform UK the 'new opposition' to Labour, vowing to overhaul Britain's electoral system and take millions of votes from the Conservatives after a stormy post-election conference.
A new survey reveals a stark partisan divide, with most Republican voters supporting a controversial immigration law similar to Florida's for nationwide implementation, while Democrats overwhelmingly oppose it.
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem's controversial 'self-deportation' app, designed to report migrant activity, has seen a dramatic collapse in user engagement, with new data revealing a 99% drop in downloads, dealing a blow to her immigration policy ambit
In a major policy shift, the UK Government has announced a significant overhaul of Brexit trading rules for Northern Ireland, slashing checks and paperwork for goods moving from Great Britain in a bid to end political deadlock.
First Minister John Swinney declares Scotland's firm opposition to UK arms exports to Israel, calling the Gaza conflict a 'humanitarian catastrophe' and urging an immediate ceasefire in a significant break from Westminster policy.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has launched a scathing attack on the UK's prison system, labelling jails as 'paper mache' and condemning the government's early release scheme as a dangerous failure.
Exclusive: Donald Trump has personally courted Tesla billionaire Elon Musk for a meeting at the White House, seeking a major financial backer for his 2024 presidential campaign. The Independent reveals the details of this high-stakes political manoeuvre.
Donald Trump has shared a strange AI-generated image of himself, and the real reason behind the post has finally been uncovered. The former US President's social media activity sparks fresh debate.
Exclusive details reveal Donald Trump's planned second-term immigration crackdown, involving armed 'fugitive operations' teams and a radical visa review, signalling a dramatic shift in US policy with potential repercussions for UK-US relations.
The Democratic National Committee launches a blistering attack on Robert F. Kennedy Jr, condemning his controversial remarks about the Jeffrey Epstein scandal as 'disgusting and deranged conspiracy theories' that undermine victims' trauma.
The Vatican faces a major diplomatic crisis after Pope Francis' use of the word 'carnage' to describe the situation in Gaza prompted a furious summons of the Holy See's envoy by the Israeli government.
A former breakdancer known as 'Thilly' is causing a stir in Cranford's local elections with a radical manifesto pledging to tax developers and slash councillor allowances. Discover his unconventional campaign.
Westminster City Council faces severe backlash and legal scrutiny after allegedly approving a controversial plan to house migrants in a city centre hotel without proper planning permission. The scheme, which proposed adding extra rooms to the Page 8 hotel
PMQs descended into chaos as Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer's phone accidentally played an explicit sound during Rishi Sunak's speech. The embarrassing moment sparked laughter and political jibes in the Commons.
The European Union remains deeply divided on recognising Palestinian statehood, with key member states at odds over timing and conditions, as the conflict in Gaza continues.
A dramatic parliamentary debate has erupted over the future of the House of Lords, with MPs condemning the unelected chamber as 'indefensible' and demanding urgent democratic reform for the UK's political system.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen sparks a major diplomatic row with Bulgaria after referring to the country's 'mafia structures' during a speech in Sofia, drawing fierce condemnation from Moscow and Sofia.
Labour's Jonathan Ashworth defends Deputy Leader Angela Rayner against Tory attacks, framing the scrutiny as a class-based assault on a working-class woman who has 'got on' in politics.
Tribute to Hugh Corbet, the tenacious research director whose outsider think-tank, the Federal Trust, profoundly influenced Britain's political discourse on Europe and devolution for decades.
Angela Rayner's own constituents in Ashton-under-Lyne demand her resignation following the explosive stamp duty scandal, labelling her actions a 'disgrace' and a betrayal of trust.
A major lawsuit alleges the Trump administration unlawfully deployed the National Guard to Washington DC, violating the civil liberties of service members and the rights of citizens.
Tributes pour in for Rob Lane, the visionary political strategist and former Downing Street adviser whose sharp intellect and decency shaped a generation of Westminster politics. Remembered as the 'architect' behind pivotal campaigns.