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The nightmare of Gaza

Humanitarian workers in Gaza continue their operations in impossible conditions because there is no other choice.

Iranian President Pezeshkian will not open a new chapter for Iran-Israel relations

The Iranian regime is not just the president and President Masoud Pezeshkian will not have much power to recast Iran’s role in the region.

What is the New Popular Front and who will be PM of a divided assembly?

The left-wing alliance gained the biggest share of votes but was still short of an outright majority.

Mayor calls on PM for Northern Powerhouse commitment

The Greater Manchester mayor calls on the government to support plans for a new railway to Liverpool.

Four coaches damaged in Larne arson attack

The incident happened in the Victoria Road area in the early hours of Sunday.

22-year-old MP hits back at claims he doesn't have enough 'experience'

Sam Carling has become the youngest member of the Commons after being elected to Parliament to represent North West Cambridgeshire at the age of 22.

Disaster averted, Macron still faces trouble ahead

President Emmanuel Macron has avoided his nightmare scenario of the far right coming to power in France but still faces an unprecedented challenge steering his country and the remainder of his presidency through an uncertain future. Macron appeared in no hurry on this occasion to make a rapid and theatrical decision, with an aide briefing media that the president preferred to analyse the full results before jumping to conclusions.

Netanyahu: Gaza deal must let Israel resume fighting until war goals met

By Nidal al-Mughrabi, Maayan Lubell and Dawoud Abu Alkas CAIRO/JERUSALEM/GAZA (Reuters) -Any Gaza ceasefire deal must allow Israel to resume fighting until its objectives are met, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday, as talks over a U.S. plan aimed at ending the nine-month-old war were expected to restart. Five days after Hamas accepted a key part of the plan, two officials from the

French leftist leader Melenchon says left 'ready to govern'

The French left is "ready to govern", divisive hard-left leader Jean-Luc Melenchon said Sunday, after predictions showed a broad left-wing alliance could be the largest group in parliament ahead of the far right. Communist leader Fabien Roussel, who lost his seat in the first round, said the left would rise up to the task ahead.

Minister rejects Tony Blair's ID card call

Sir Tony, who launched an ID card scheme when he was PM, says they could help control migration.

Labour MP calls in specialist police after 'sledgehammer home attack'

A Labour MP has called out the 'toxicity' in British politics after some 'idiots' took a 'sledgehammer' to his home last night.

Left leads French election, Le Pen's far right third

By Juliette Jabkhiro, Layli Foroudi and Elizabeth Pineau PARIS (Reuters) -France was on course for a hung parliament in Sunday's election, with a leftist alliance unexpectedly taking the top spot ahead of the far right, in a major upset that was set to bar Marine Le Pen's National Rally (RN) from running the government. The result would mark a huge setback for the far right, which opinion

Voters 'tired of Westminster chaos' - new Green MP

MPs across the West Midlands are reacting to Thursday's election on BBC Politics Midlands.

Dutch ministers pledge 'rock solid' support for Ukraine on first visit to Kyiv

By Olena Harmash KYIV (Reuters) - The newly appointed Dutch defence and foreign affairs ministers have said the Netherlands' support for Ukraine is "rock solid". The Netherlands has been a key ally to Ukraine since Russia's invasion in February 2022, but a far-right election victory last year cast doubt on its commitment. On their first visit to Kyiv, Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans and

Moment National Rally members react to shock French exit poll

Footage shows several members of the National Rally (RN) with champagne glasses in their hands as they watch the exit poll results being announced.

We cook for 2900+ Israeli soldiers. Help us keep going

Raya and Dina from Naharia cook homemade meals for soldiers together with neighbors and locals: 450 on weekdays, and 2900 on weekends.

Missing girl, 17, is found dead in woods near busy road

A 17-year-old missing girl has been found dead in the woods near a busy road as a minor is charged with her murder.

Call for investigation after 'huge' road closure delays

A Cumbria road which was due to be closed for seven weeks is still shut a year on.

Argentine President Milei heads to far-right convention in Brazil, snubbing Lula and escalating feud

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (AP) — Given the choice between a far-right convention to bash his enemies and a presidential summit to discuss regional trade policy, Argentine President Javier Milei preferred the stadium packed with cheering fans. The libertarian leader was in Brazil on Sunday, preparing to headline the country's version of CPAC, the conservative political action conference, alongside former President Javier Bolsonaro in Brazil's...

Concert in Kenya to pay tribute to those killed in tax hike protests

At least 39 people have been killed in demonstrations that started last month over planned tax hikes.

Two teenagers killed in motorbike crash

Police say they believe both boys, said to be aged 13 and 17, were riding one motorbike.

Leftist coalition wins most seats in French elections, pollsters say

A coalition on the left that came together unexpectedly ahead of France's snap elections won the most parliamentary seats in the vote, according to polling projections on Sunday. The surprise projections just after the polls closed on Sunday evening put President Emmanuel Macron's centrist alliance in second place and the far right in third.

Junior doctor says he’s scheduled to work 110 hours/week but told to under-report it

SINGAPORE: A junior doctor from Singapore shared on social media that he is scheduled to... The post Junior doctor says he’s scheduled to work 110 hours/week but told to under-report it appeared first on The Independent Singapore News - Latest Breaking News

North Korea's Kim Yo Jong calls South Korean drills a provocation, KCNA says

SEOUL (Reuters) - Kim Yo Jong, the powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, said South Korea's recent military drills near the border between the two nations are an inexcusable and explicit provocation, according to a report from state media KCNA on Monday. Kim Yo Jong also accused Yoon of creating tensions on the Korean peninsula to divert public attention away from his poor

Combat footage showed a gripping battle between Ukrainian M2 Bradley and two Russian vehicles

Soldier's death in Cyprus to be marked 50 years on

Graham Lawson is said to be the first soldier to have been killed while with the UN in Cyprus.

David Lammy targets 'closer partnership' with the EU

The new Foreign Secretary is making his first trip abroad as Britain's top diplomat following his party's thumping general election win.

Philippines, Japan on verge of key defence pact

The Philippines and Japan are set to sign on Monday a key defence pact that will allow the deployment of troops on each other's territory. The accord would provide the legal framework for Japan and the Philippines to send defence personnel to each other's territory for training and other operations.

Steal our ideas, Lib Dem leader urges government

Sir Ed also says his party will continue to argue for "fair votes" despite gaining many more MPs than Reform UK.

We misjudged drift to Reform among our voters, admits Tory MSP

The Scottish Conservatives were blindsided by a surge in support for Nigel Farage's Reform party north of the Border, one of its MSPs admitted yesterday.

Father of missing Jay Slater says the investigation 'stinks'

Warren Slater, 58, spoke out about the investigation after completing a gruelling eight-hour search in 25C heat under in a remote valley where Jay Slater's phone last pinged on June 17.

Dozens killed across Gaza as Israel’s war enters 10th month

Israel carries out more deadly air strikes across the Gaza Strip amid fresh efforts to reach a truce.

Leftist alliance leads French election, no absolute majority, initial estimates show

By Gabriel Stargardter, Elizabeth Pineau and Juliette Jabkhiro LONDON (Reuters) -France was on course for a hung parliament in Sunday's election, with a leftist alliance unexpectedly taking the top spot ahead of the far right, in a major upset that was set to bar Marine Le Pen's National Rally from running the government. The outcome, if confirmed, will leave parliament divided in three big

Descendants of Auschwitz death camp's survivors describe their trauma

Hans Jürgen Höss, 87, delivers perhaps one of the most bewildering lines ever captured on film when he says: 'I had a really lovely and idyllic childhood in Auschwitz'

Driver dies in crash after police pursuit

A 27-year-old man has died after his car crashed off the motorway and down an embankment after a police pursuit.

Prime Minister says Labour government will "deliver for Scotland" as he visits Edinburgh

Sir Keir Starmer said his Labour government would "deliver for Scotland" as he visited Edinburgh. The Prime Minister joined Anas Sarwar in Edinburgh at the start of a two-day trip which will also take in Northern Ireland and Wales.

French and foreign politicians react to French election upset

PARIS (Reuters) -Following are reactions to the upset results of France's parliamentary election on Sunday. The country was on course for a hung parliament with the left-wing New Popular Front (NFP) coming first, ahead of President Emmanuel Macron's centrists and the far-right National Rally (RN). PRIME MINISTER GABRIEL ATTAL "Tonight, the (political) extremes have no absolute majority, thanks

Outer London concerns as Tories lose MPs

There are concerns that with a Labour mayor and government, the concerns of Tory voters in outer London may be overlooked.

Junta states' exit hangs over West African summit

A West African leaders' summit opened amid political turmoil on Sunday after the military rulers of Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso cemented a breakaway union at a rival meeting. Several West African leaders have called for the resumption of dialogue and Sunday's summit was the first for Senegal's new President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, who said in May that reconciliation was possible.

New Defence Secretary attends commemoration service in Ukraine

Mr Healy has directed officials to fast-track support that was pledged last April by the previous government. He has promised Ukraine forces that the help will be delivered in 100 days.

Former Army general charged with sexual assault

Ex-Major General James Roddis, former commanding officer of The Highlanders, will appear before a military court later this month.

Argentina's Milei to speak at right-wing rally in Brazil

By Anderson Coelho BALNEARIO CAMBORIU, Brazil (Reuters) - Argentinian President Javier Milei is set to speak on Sunday at a right-wing event in Brazil, potentially placing a further strain on relations between the two neighboring countries. Milei arrived on Saturday at the beach resort of Balneario Camboriu in southern Brazil, where the CPAC Brasil 2024 event is being held. He was received with

Rishi Sunak ran out of things to do - ex-minister

Ex-Conservative MP George Eustice criticises a "very poorly executed campaign" by Rishi Sunak.

Israeli protesters urging Gaza deal block roads

JERUSALEM (Reuters) - Protests aimed at pressuring the Israeli government to reach a hostage deal with Hamas began across the country on Sunday, with demonstrators blocking roads and picketing at the homes of government ministers. Protests began at 6:29 am (0329 GMT), corresponding to the time of Hamas' Oct. 7 assault on Israel, according to Israeli media. The demonstrators took to the streets,

Voices from France's parliamentary election

CONFLANS SAINTE-HONORINE/TOURS/CHANTILLY, France (Reuters) -Following are some views of some voters as France voted in a parliamentary election on Sunday that could see the far-right National Rally(RN) emerge as the dominant political force. Centrist President Emmanuel Macron called a snap election after his ticket was trounced by the RN in European Parliament elections last month, a move

What is the NATO military alliance and how is it helping Ukraine?

BRUSSELS (AP) — President Joe Biden and his NATO counterparts are meeting in Washington this week to mark the 75th anniversary of the world’s biggest security organization just as Russia presses its advantage on the battlefield in Ukraine. The three-day summit, which begins Tuesday, will focus on ways to reassure Ukraine of NATO’s enduring support and offer some hope to its war-weary citizens that their country might survive the biggest land...

Angela Rayner to split time between London and new Manchester office

Following Labour's general election victory, Ms Rayner was appointed both Deputy PM and Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities.

Rob Burrow's funeral cortege arrives at private crematorium

The former Leeds Rhinos star's funeral is being held in a private service at Pontefract Crematorium which is being attended by 161 invited guests. Burrow passed away 'peacefully' aged 41 at hospital on June 2.

Starmer wanted U.K. ‘weaned off’ China, now move to overhaul relationship

The Chinese Foreign Ministry greeted Labour’s victory in the UK elections with the hope of... The post Starmer wanted U.K. ‘weaned off’ China, now move to overhaul relationship appeared first on The Independent News.

What’s Sudan like after 15 months of war, displacement, and inhumanity?

Fighting has been reported in the towns of Sinja, Sennar and Dinder, prompting an exodus of civilians.