China Threatened to Cancel UK Trade Talks Over Minister's Taiwan Visit
China threatened to cancel UK trade talks after minister Douglas Alexander visited Taiwan in June. Diplomats averted crisis, and talks proceeded in September.
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UK Rejects Involvement in Trump’s Strait of Hormuz Blockade
UK rejects involvement in Trump's Strait of Hormuz blockade, emphasising freedom of navigation and diplomatic solutions.
Lesotho 'Shocked and Embarrassed' by Trump's Mockery in Congress Speech
Lesotho's foreign minister says the country is shocked and embarrassed by Trump's mockery in Congress speech, vowing to send a protest letter.
Trump Threatens US Withdrawal From Nato Over Allies’ Refusal to Join Iran War
Trump says he is 'absolutely' considering withdrawing the US from Nato after allies refused to join the US-Israeli war on Iran, sparking the alliance's worst crisis.
Jessie J Faces Online Abuse After Sharing Heartbreak Over Hamas Hostage Video
Jessie J faces online abuse after sharing heartbreak over Hamas hostage video, with trolls targeting her amid health struggles.
UN Experts Warn of Surging Israeli Settler Violence in West Bank
UN experts warn of surging Israeli settler terror in West Bank and east Jerusalem, citing 13 Palestinians killed and 500 injured in five months.
Andy Burnham Launches Makerfield Byelection Campaign, Calls for Political Change
Andy Burnham launches Makerfield byelection campaign, calling for political change and criticising decades of policies hurting local communities.
UK Aid Cuts Threaten Women's Rights Gains, MPs Report
MPs warn UK aid cuts are undermining women's rights gains globally, with funding slashed and expertise lost.
Trump-Iran Deal: Embarrassment or Breakthrough?
The US and Iran have reached a tentative deal to end the Middle East conflict, but competing claims from Trump and Tehran leave details uncertain. Experts weigh in.
US-Iran Framework Peace Deal Ends 15-Week Conflict
A framework peace deal between the US and Iran has been reached, ending a 15-week conflict. Thousands have died since US and Israeli forces attacked Iran on 28 February.
Trump-Iran Deal Sparks Credibility Concerns for US
A tentative US-Iran deal to end Middle East conflict emerges, but conflicting claims from Trump and Tehran leave details unclear, including Hormuz reopening and Israel's Lebanon withdrawal.
G7 Summit: Allies Push for Peace in Ukraine War
At the G7 summit in France, world leaders urge Donald Trump to support Ukraine and pressure Russia to negotiate. Kyiv suffers drone attacks, while Russia faces fuel crisis.
Trump Promises 'Great Things' for Middle East, Claims Iran Deal Signed
Donald Trump declares the Strait of Hormuz will be open, claiming an Iran deal is signed. Plus, AI aids botanists, B-52 crash, Newsom claims investigation, and more.
Merz Gifts Trump German Football Shirt at G7
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz presented Donald Trump with a German national team football shirt at the G7 summit, printed with Trump's name and number 47, referencing his presidency.
Starmer denies Trump snub at G7 summit in France
Keir Starmer denied being snubbed by Donald Trump at the G7 summit, saying they had productive conversations focused on Iran and Ukraine. He also addressed defence spending and the Strait of Hormuz.
Zelenskyy Thanks G7 for Ideas to Force Russia into Peace
Ukraine's President Zelenskyy thanked G7 leaders for strong ideas on forcing Russia into peace, highlighting priorities like air defense, winter support, and pressure on Russia.
Trump: Strait of Hormuz Open by Friday
President Trump announced at the G7 that the Strait of Hormuz will reopen by Friday, and the full Iran deal text will be released soon. He also commented on Israel and Lebanon.
Hamas Accepts Ceasefire Proposal Including Hostage Release
Hamas accepts Gaza ceasefire proposal for 60-day halt and release of half of living Israeli hostages for Palestinian prisoners.
Trump Dismisses UK Aircraft Carriers as ‘Toys’ in Latest Nato Criticism
Trump calls UK aircraft carriers 'toys' and criticises Nato allies for lack of involvement in Iran strikes, while Starmer attends JEF summit.
Nigeria's Benin Bronzes Museum Opens with Clay Replicas Amid Restitution Disputes
Nigeria's new Museum of West African Art opens with clay replicas of Benin bronzes, as restitution disputes delay public display of original artefacts.
US Rescues Second Crew Member After Iran Downs Fighter Jet
US commandos rescue second crew member of downed F-15E fighter jet from Iran; Trump threatens to bomb infrastructure if Strait of Hormuz not reopened.
Women-Led Music Festival in Goma Promotes Peace Amid Congo Conflict
Women-led music festival in Goma promotes peace and fights gender-based violence amid ongoing conflict in eastern Congo.
Ukraine and Russia to meet for third round of talks as fourth anniversary of war looms
Ukraine and Russia meet in Geneva for third round of US-brokered talks as fourth anniversary of war approaches; hopes low as Moscow presses maximalist demands.
Lenny Henry's Best Comic Relief Moments as He Bows Out as Host
Lenny Henry's final Comic Relief as host: highlights from 36 years of freestyle fundraising, from sketches with Frank Bruno to emotional Uganda visits.
Angelica Camacho Begged to Be Cut From Theroux's Manosphere Doc
Angelica Camacho says she begged to be cut from Louis Theroux's manosphere documentary and is now in a new relationship.
Irish PM Slams Trump's 'Stone Age' Bomb Threat Against Iran
Irish PM Micheal Martin condemns Trump's threat to bomb Iran 'back to the Stone Age', warns of economic impacts and calls for civilian protection.
Starmer Pivots UK Foreign Policy from US to Europe
Starmer calls for ambitious UK-EU ties, pivoting from US amid Trump's NATO threats and Iran conflict.
RAF Typhoons Scrambled After Russian Strikes on Ukraine Ports
RAF Typhoons scrambled from Romania in response to Russian drone threat near Nato airspace; no shots fired as targets stayed in Ukraine.
Iran War Sixth Day: Rescue Flights for Britons Delayed
UK rescue flights for Britons stranded in Oman delayed due to technical issues amid the Iran war. Defence Secretary travels to Cyprus after drone strike on RAF base.
How MI6 and CIA Uncovered Putin's Ukraine Invasion Plans
Exclusive account of how CIA and MI6 uncovered Putin's Ukraine invasion plans, and why Europe and Zelenskyy dismissed them.
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