Starmer: UK Must Deal With Iran Crackdown and Nuclear Threat
Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the UK supports preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons and must address Tehran's violent repression of protesters, as US pressure mounts.
Category : Diplomacy
Starmer Calls for Action on Iran Nuclear Threat and Protest Repression
Prime Minister Keir Starmer states the UK supports preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons and addressing its violent crackdown on protesters, as US military pressure escalates.
Starmer Dismisses Trump's China Warning as UK Secures Deals
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has brushed off criticism from Donald Trump about UK-China relations, focusing on trade benefits including tariff cuts and visa waivers secured during his Shanghai visit.
Starmer Denies Bed Sheet Changing in China Trip
Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirms he did not follow unusual security advice reportedly given to Theresa May during her 2018 China visit, while discussing national security risks.
Ai Weiwei Slams Western Hypocrisy on Human Rights
Chinese dissident artist Ai Weiwei criticises Western governments for hypocrisy on human rights issues as PM Keir Starmer visits Beijing to improve UK-China relations.
South Africa Expels Israeli Deputy Ambassador
South Africa declares Israel's deputy ambassador persona non grata, ordering him to leave within 72 hours amid strained relations over Gaza genocide accusations.
China Lifts Sanctions on British MPs After Starmer Visit
China has agreed to immediately lift sanctions on British MPs and peers, imposed in 2021 over Xinjiang human rights disputes, following Prime Minister Keir Starmer's diplomatic visit.
Trump Criticises Starmer's China Visit as PM Lands in Shanghai
US President Donald Trump warns it's 'dangerous' for the UK to strengthen economic ties with China as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer continues his diplomatic visit to Shanghai.
Starmer's China Visit Brings Few Concrete Results
Sir Keir Starmer returns from China with only minor trade concessions, failing on key human rights issues despite promises of significant diplomatic breakthroughs.
China Lifts Sanctions on UK MPs After Starmer-Xi Meeting
Beijing removes travel bans on British parliamentarians following Prime Minister Keir Starmer's discussions with President Xi Jinping, though affected MPs warn against using sanctions as bargaining chips.
Zelenskyy Cautious on Russian Bombing Pause in Freeze
Ukraine's president awaits evidence of Russia halting strikes on energy infrastructure as Trump claims Putin agreed to a week-long pause during extreme cold.
Saudi Dissident Wins £3m Damages in UK Court
A London-based Saudi satirist has been awarded over £3m in damages after a High Court judge ruled the kingdom targeted him with spyware and orchestrated a physical attack in central London.
Settler Militias in IDF Escalate West Bank Violence
Israeli reservists and activists reveal how 'hagmar' units, composed of settlers, are acting as vigilante militias in the West Bank, leading to increased displacement and violence against Palestinians, with UN reports highlighting blurred lines between st
China Lifts Sanctions on UK MPs After Starmer Visit
Keir Starmer confirms China has removed sanctions from six serving British MPs and peers following talks with Xi Jinping, marking a diplomatic thaw.
Ukraine Winter Blackouts as US Energy Aid Stalls
Ukraine endures severe winter blackouts while $250 million in US energy assistance remains trapped in bureaucratic limbo under Trump administration changes.
China Lifts Sanctions on UK Politicians After Starmer-Xi Talks
Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces China has lifted entry bans on British parliamentarians, including Sir Iain Duncan Smith, following historic talks with President Xi Jinping in Beijing.
Israel Reopens Gaza's Rafah Crossing with Egypt After Two Years
Israel announces the reopening of Gaza's Rafah border crossing with Egypt this Sunday, ending a near two-year closure. The move supports US ceasefire efforts.
Iranian Protester Scales King's Cross in London Demanding Action
An Iranian activist has climbed the 120ft clock tower at London's King's Cross station, unfurling a banner calling on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to expel Iranian diplomats and uphold democracy.
ASEAN Rejects Myanmar's Military Election as Sham
Eleven Southeast Asian nations refuse to recognise Myanmar's military-backed election, dealing a blow to junta legitimacy efforts amid ongoing civil war.
Syrian Government and Kurdish SDF Announce Ceasefire Deal
A new ceasefire agreement between the Syrian government and Kurdish-led SDF forces will see Kurdish fighters integrated into state military structures, marking a significant shift in Syria's control map.
Trump Criticises Starmer's China Visit as UK Defends Engagement
US President Donald Trump has labelled PM Keir Starmer's meeting with Xi Jinping 'dangerous', while UK Trade Minister Sir Chris Bryant insists engagement with China is essential for Britain's economy.
Sanctioned MPs Warn Starmer Against China Deal Bargaining
British MPs and peers sanctioned by Beijing have issued a joint statement urging Prime Minister Keir Starmer not to use their status as leverage in negotiations with China.
Starmer's China Trip: Trade Wins and Rights Talks
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's visit to China has secured key economic agreements on whisky tariffs and visa-free travel, alongside discussions on human rights issues and security concerns.
Pope's Peace Board Dilemma: Vatican Neutrality Under Scrutiny
Pope Leo XIV faces a diplomatic quandary after Donald Trump's invitation to join a Board of Peace for Gaza and global conflicts, challenging the Vatican's centuries-old policy of positive neutrality.
Pope's Peace Board Dilemma Tests Vatican Neutrality
Pope Leo XIV faces a complex diplomatic challenge after Donald Trump's invitation to join a Board of Peace, testing the Vatican's centuries-old policy of positive neutrality in international conflicts.
Zelensky: Ukraine Peace Talks May Be Postponed
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announces potential delay to crucial trilateral peace talks with US and Russia, citing escalating US-Iran tensions as a factor.
Minister: 'Bonkers' Not to Deal with China After Trump Warning
A UK minister has argued it would be 'absolutely bonkers' for Britain not to engage with China, countering Donald Trump's warning that such dealings are 'very dangerous'.
Potholes Risk Bayeux Tapestry's UK Move, Legal Challenge Mounts
French conservationists file a legal challenge against the Bayeux Tapestry's loan to the UK, citing pothole-induced transport risks. Experts warn of potential damage to the fragile 11th-century artefact, insured for £800m.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard: EU Terrorist Designation Explained
The EU has designated Iran's Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organisation. This paramilitary force, answering to the supreme leader, oversees ballistic missiles and has been pivotal in quashing protests.
Ukraine Winter Crisis as Trump Claims Putin Grid Attack Pause
Ukraine faces brutal winter weather amid uncertainty over Trump's claim that Putin agreed to halt power grid attacks, with Zelenskyy skeptical and ongoing drone strikes.
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