Politics

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Head of British armed forces visits China for first time in a decade
The head of the British armed forces has visited China for the first time in a decade.
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UK court convicts Dmitrii Ovsiannikov of sanction breaches, sends strong message on enforcement
Dmitry Ovsiannikov transferred funds to a UK bank account while his brother was also convicted.
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Labour MPs prevented from entering Israel accused of trying to "spread anti-Israel hatred"
Two Members of Parliament from Labour have been refused entry to Israel and deported.
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Tory councillor’s wife denied temporary release after jail for racist X posts
The wife of a Tory councillor, who was jailed for inciting racial hatred on X following the Southport stabbings, is understood to have been denied temporary release.
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Switzerland raises frozen Russian assets to $8.38 billion amid sanctions
Switzerland has raised the total value of frozen Russian assets by $1.81 billion over the past year, bringing the total to over $8 billion, as authorities persist in enforcing sanctions related to the war in Ukraine.
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UK has imposed sanctions on Russia’s Eurasia project
UK Imposes Sanctions on Russian Eurasia Project, Moldovan MP, and Georgian Judges
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Scotland’s nuclear debate heats up: SNP leaders clash over Trident’s future
The SNP has long objected to Britain’s nuclear deterrent being based in Scotland. Geopolitics — and domestic politics — are changing the calculus.
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US prepares global tariffs: the UK under fire on Trump’s "liberation day"
Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds said he expected ’every country in the world to be subject to what the US is calling World Tariff Day’
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UK braces for Trump’s tariffs as trade talks continue beyond Wednesday
The UK is anticipating being affected by Donald Trump’s tariffs this week, Downing Street has stated, as discussions with the US are expected to continue beyond Wednesday.
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Trump sends a message to King Charles during ‘intense’ critical talks about tariffs
Donald Trump eased into the crucial talks with Sir Keir Starmer by discussing King Charles.
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France and the UK to send military teams to assist Ukrainian forces
British and French military teams will be deployed to Ukraine in ‘coming days’, Emmanuel Macron has confirmed.
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Dispute with NatWest settled: Farage to receive money and drops threat of legal action
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has settled his debanking feud with NatWest, two years after the decision to close his accounts sparked outrage, leading to the resignation of the bank’s chief executive.
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Trump’s top national security officials’ leaked texts reveal contempt for European allies
Donald Trump’s top national security officials texted war plans for upcoming military strikes in Yemen to a group chat - but they were unaware a journalist was in the group
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Keir Starmer praises Trump, says UK must maintain balance between Europe and US
The Prime Minister concurs with the US president that Europe needs to assume a greater share of responsibility for its collective self-defense.
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Controversial MMA champion Conor McGregor announces bid for Irish presidency
Irish election laws place no restrictions on MMA fighter Conor McGregor’s bid for the presidency. The laws only specify age and citizenship requirements, with no mention of a criminal record.
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UK plans ‘significant force’ deployment to Ukraine, but rules of engagement unclear
Downing Street has been asked if British troops stationed in Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire would be allowed to fire back at Russians. Meanwhile, Donald Trump is set to speak with Vladimir Putin.
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Conor McGregor sparks backlash with anti-immigration comments ahead of Trump meeting
Conor McGregor spoke to reporters at the White House before his meeting with President Donald Trump later on Monday.
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Starmer warns against Putin’s ‘games’ as UK leads push for Ukraine peace deal
UK PM to host virtual meeting of ‘coalition of the willing’ nations who have agreed to help enforce peace
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SNP Westminster leader and 15 ousted MPs bid for Holyrood seats as cabinet exodus continues
The Westminster leader of the SNP and 15 ousted MPs who were not accepted by voters are attempting to secure seats at Holyrood – as another current Cabinet minister joins the departure of current MSPs.
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Putin: “A ceasefire is correct in itself, and we support it, but there are issues”
Vladimir Putin has said that he agrees with the Ukraine ceasefire proposals and said that the deal should lead to a long-term peace.
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The UK and France are discussing strikes on Russia in case of a ceasefire violation, – AP
Top military officials from across Europe and beyond joined talks in Paris on Tuesday on the possible contours of an international security force for Ukraine
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Pezeshkian to Trump: "Do whatever the hell you want" regarding nuclear deal
Iran’s President has blatantly rejected any potential nuclear negotiations with the United States and sent a brutal message to President Donald Trump.
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Britain pledges to take a pragmatic approach while negotiating an economic deal with the US
The Prime Minister disclosed that he has been in close contact with Canada regarding their tariff treatment by the United States, with Donald Trump wanting them to become the "51st state."
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Reform UK MP Rupert Lowe under police investigation for alleged threats
Great Yarmouth MP denies wrongdoing and suggests complaints are in response to his criticism of Nigel Farage
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MP Mike Amesbury resigns following conviction for punching constituent, triggering first by-election under Labour
Former Labour MP Mike Amesbury has announced he’ll resign from parliament, triggering a by-election, after being convicted for punching a constituent.