Starmer's balancing act between Trump and Europe exposed after Zelenskyy clash
Keir Starmer's effort to bridge Trump and Europe is tested after a disastrous Zelenskyy-Trump meeting leaves security guarantees unresolved.
Category : Diplomacy
Sweden confirms Russian drone jammed near French carrier as hybrid warfare fears mount
Sweden confirms a drone jammed near a French carrier was Russian. Tensions rise over hybrid threats, election interference, pipeline disputes, and African recruitment.
UK to recognise Palestine in September unless Israel meets ceasefire demands, says Starmer
UK cabinet agrees to recognise Palestine in September unless Israel meets ceasefire and peace process conditions, amid Gaza humanitarian crisis.
Nigel Farage says Trump's Venezuela strikes broke international law but could be 'a good thing'
Nigel Farage says Trump's Venezuela strikes broke international law but may deter China and Russia. Starmer says UK not involved.
Protesters burn US flags in Zurich as Trump heads to Davos
Swiss protesters burn US flags in Zurich, clashing with police before Trump's Davos visit, amid anger over Greenland threats and tariffs.
Zelenskyy Challenges Putin to Face-to-Face Talks in Open Letter
Zelenskyy urges Putin to meet in neutral country, while Trump and Congress respond.
Sheridan Smith opens up about 'out of control' anxiety
Sheridan Smith has spoken about her 'out of control' anxiety and depression, which saw her pull out of West End show Funny Girl. She says her father's cancer diagnosis was a trigger.
Amber Davies leaves Legally Blonde mid-show as understudy steps in
Amber Davies pulled out of Legally Blonde mid-show due to illness; understudy Hannah Lowther stepped in. Davies cites lingering health issues.
Love Island: The Morning After replaced as 'holy trinity' take over new vodcast
Amy Hart and Indiyah Polack exit Love Island podcast, replaced by Toni Laites, Shakira Khan and Yasmin Pettet for new vodcast The Debrief.
Bolsonaro 'planned to flee to Argentina' before coup trial, Brazilian police allege
Police allege Bolsonaro planned to flee to Argentina for asylum; he denies coup plot charges as trial looms.
Iranian missile hits Dubai hotel as Gulf conflict widens
Iranian missile hits Dubai hotel, fires at Burj Al Arab and airports, as Gulf states face expanding US-Israel-Iran conflict.
Osaka Ends Sister City Ties with San Francisco Over 'Comfort Women' Statue
Osaka ends sister city ties with San Francisco over a 'comfort women' statue, citing historical inaccuracies and sparking accusations of rewriting history.
Venezuela announces mass amnesty for political prisoners
Venezuela's acting president proposes amnesty covering 1999-present, plans to close El Helicoide prison, as opposition remains wary.
Europe's appeasement of Trump failed, Greenland clash shows, analyst warns
Nathalie Tocci says European appeasement failed and only a show of strength forced Trump to back down over Greenland.
North Korea begins building memorial for soldiers killed in Ukraine war
North Korea begins building a memorial museum in Pyongyang for soldiers killed in Ukraine, as Kim Jong-un and Russia's ambassador attend groundbreaking ceremony.
Starmer condemns Iran's violent crackdown on protesters
PM joins France and Germany in urging restraint after at least 48 killed in Iran's anti-regime protests.
Starmer calls for return to Iran ceasefire after US strikes reignite tensions
PM says UK must focus on restoring ceasefire as US strikes raise oil prices and threaten household bills.
Trump reversed Chagos deal stance after UK blocked Diego Garcia for Iran strikes, sources say
Trump reversed support for Chagos deal after UK refused to let US use Diego Garcia and Fairford for pre-emptive Iran strikes, sources say.
Ukraine sees risks and opportunities as Iran conflict draws US focus
Iran's Kyiv embassy opens condolences as Ukraine weighs opportunities from the Middle East conflict, including Gulf interest in Shahed drone expertise.
Iran rules out participation in US talks amid ceasefire breach accusations
Iran says it has no plans to join new US talks in Pakistan, accusing Washington of breaching a fragile ceasefire after a cargo ship seizure.
Putin set to offer Trump financial incentives at Alaska meeting
Putin to offer Trump financial incentives at Alaska summit, with economic ties and sanctions relief on the table as Ukraine peace talks loom.
Trump suggests carving up Ukraine’s Donbas region to end war
Trump told reporters Ukraine's Donbas region could be 'cut up' to end the war, after a tense White House meeting with Zelenskyy.
US strike on Venezuela and capture of Maduro: 'naked imperialism' returns
The first direct US military attack on a South American country follows a history of interventions, prompting accusations of renewed imperialism.
Starmer backs 'defensive strikes' as Trump escalates Iran threats
Starmer maintains UK will only support 'defensive' strikes on Iran, but Trump's threats to hit civilian infrastructure strain the legal distinction.
Starmer backs Biden after Nato summit gaffe over Zelensky
Keir Starmer defends Joe Biden's Nato leadership after Biden confused Zelensky with Putin at a Washington summit event.
Trump says Iran peace deal largely negotiated but Tehran dismisses claim
Trump claims Iran peace deal largely negotiated; Tehran denies; Pakistan mediates; details emerge
Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus convicted in Bangladesh labour case
Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus convicted and sentenced in Bangladesh labour case, with supporters claiming political motivation.
Rubio declines to rule out US military force in Venezuela
Marco Rubio has refused to rule out military action in Venezuela, though he insisted Washington does not intend to use force. He faced Senate questions over oil policy and the removal of Nicolás Maduro.
Tens of thousands join 'day of disruption' in Israel to demand Gaza ceasefire
Tens of thousands in Israel protest to demand Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal, as Netanyahu faces pressure over military offensive.
Iranian forces clash with protesters at Tehran bazaar as unrest enters 10th day
Iranian security forces clash with protesters at Tehran bazaar as unrest continues on 10th day; 35 dead, 1,200 arrested, economy worsens.
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