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.
Category : Diplomacy
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.
Iran Threatens 'Instant' Retaliation to US Military Buildup
Iran's military warns it will retaliate instantly and without limitation to any US attack, as American forces including aircraft carriers build up in the Middle East amid escalating tensions.
Niger Junta Accuses France, Benin, Ivory Coast of Attack
Niger's military leader has accused the presidents of France, Benin, and Ivory Coast of supporting armed groups behind an Air Force base attack in Niamey that wounded soldiers and damaged aircraft.
Russia Launches 100+ Drones Despite Trump Pause Claim
Russia launched over 100 drones and a missile at Ukraine overnight, contradicting Donald Trump's announcement of a week-long pause in attacks. Zelensky suggests pause only applies to energy sector strikes.
Danish Royals' First Australian Tour as Monarchs Announced
King Frederik and Queen Mary of Denmark will visit Australia in March for their first official trip since his accession, focusing on renewable energy and sustainability partnerships.
Trump's Iran Threat: A Dangerous Distraction from Ukraine
Analysis suggests Donald Trump's military buildup against Iran risks catastrophic regional instability while abandoning Ukraine to Russian aggression, undermining US strategic interests.
Trump Warns UK-China Deal 'Very Dangerous' After Starmer Visit
Donald Trump has criticised the UK's business dealings with China as 'very dangerous', following Prime Minister Keir Starmer's successful diplomatic visit to Beijing where trade agreements were secured.
Speaker Blocks Xi's Parliament Address in UK-China Row
Commons Speaker Lindsay Hoyle has declared Chinese President Xi Jinping would be barred from addressing Parliament if he visits the UK, citing sanctions on MPs. The warning comes as PM Keir Starmer faces criticism over his Beijing trip outcomes.
UK to Ban Iran's Revolutionary Guard via New Laws
The UK government confirms new legislation will enable banning Iran's Revolutionary Guard, but won't expedite the process despite EU and US terrorist designations.
Syria and Kurdish Forces Agree New Ceasefire Deal
The Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces have announced a significant new agreement with Damascus aimed at stabilising a fragile ceasefire and outlining integration steps between the two sides.
Minister: 'Bonkers' Not to Engage with China After Trump Criticism
Trade Minister Sir Chris Bryant has defended PM Keir Starmer's meeting with Xi Jinping, calling it 'absolutely bonkers' not to engage with China despite Donald Trump's warnings about the 'dangerous' relationship.
Trump Signals Iran Talks Amid Major US Naval Build-Up
Donald Trump reveals intention to speak with Iran while deploying 'very big, powerful ships' to the region, as EU sanctions Iranian entities over crackdown.
Trump Slams UK-China Trade as Starmer Visits Shanghai
Donald Trump criticises UK-China economic ties as Keir Starmer visits Shanghai, with trade minister defending engagement with world's second-largest economy.
Starmer in Shanghai for UK-China Trade Amid Trump Opposition
Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrives in Shanghai with UK business leaders to boost trade opportunities with China, facing potential opposition from former US President Donald Trump.
Trump Slams Starmer's China Visit as PM Arrives in Shanghai
US President Donald Trump warns UK-China ties are 'dangerous' as Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer meets Xi Jinping and pushes for a more sophisticated economic relationship during his Shanghai visit.
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