Gaza-based Palestinians and analysts express uncertainty and suspicion that Hamas's qualified 'yes' to the Trump plan is a survival tactic rather than a genuine peace pivot.
US President Donald Trump has given Hamas a brutal deadline to accept his 20-point peace plan, threatening catastrophic consequences if they refuse the 'last chance' agreement.
The US government, under President Donald Trump, has reversed its legal position, arguing that UNRWA is not immune from a lawsuit filed by families of the October 7 massacre victims.
Michelle Mone rejects return as Tory peer amid calls to strip title over PPE scandal.
Oregon seeks injunction against deploying 200 national guard troops to Portland amid protest claims.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to make first official India trip next week at Modi's invitation.
President Trump has called on Israel to immediately stop its bombing campaign in Gaza to allow for the safe and quick release of hostages following Hamas's qualified acceptance of the peace plan.
US Political Feud: Trump Uses Deepfakes and White House Social Media Memes to Attack Hakeem Jeffries
The feud between US President Donald Trump and Democrat leader Hakeem Jeffries has escalated, with Trump deploying deepfake videos and memes from the official White House social media account.
Kemi Badenoch has announced that the Conservative Party will withdraw the UK from the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) if they win the next General Election, citing it as an obstruction to immigration control.
Japan's incoming Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi faces a 'mountain of work' to unite her party, address a funding scandal, and navigate a volatile East Asia security environment.
Hamas has issued a qualified 'yes' to President Trump’s peace proposal, accepting key elements like the exchange of hostages and a technocratic government in Gaza.
Rightwing politician Sanae Takaichi has won the Liberal Democratic Party leadership election, making her set to become Japan’s first female leader.
Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has announced the party will take the UK out of the European Convention on Human Rights if they win the next general election.
Manchester synagogue attack heightens antisemitism concerns, pressuring Keir Starmer's government.
The Netherlands' highest court has ordered the government to review its policy on exporting F-35 jet components to Israel over fears of violations of international law.
Kemi Badenoch has used corporate terminology to describe the state of the Conservative Party, calling it a 'distressed asset' that requires a long-term strategy.
Right-wing politician Sanae Takaichi has been elected leader of the governing Liberal Democratic party (LDP), positioning her to become Japan’s first female prime minister.
Labour’s decision to cut winter fuel payments for millions of pensioners sparks protests and political tension.
Serbian police have detained 11 suspects accused of spreading racial hatred in France and Germany, including placing pig heads outside Paris mosques.
47 Hong Kong activists face up to seven years in prison for subversion under China’s national security law.
A High Court rules PPE Medpro, linked to Michelle Mone, must repay £122m for supplying faulty surgical gowns.
The National Black Police Association claims new guidance could silence minority officers on issues like stop and search.
Following Sir Keir Starmer's branding of Reform UK's immigration plans as 'racist,' Nigel Farage's party condemned the comment, arguing it would 'incite and encourage the radical left' and directly threatens the safety of campaigners after the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Details have emerged of aggressive encounters in the highly contested South China Sea, where the Chinese military performed 'constructive kills' on Royal Navy vessels during a freedom of navigation exercise.
The Communications Workers Union (CWU) has supported a call by the Fire Brigades Union (FBU) for a progressive wealth tax on the super-rich to immediately inject funds into collapsing public services, warning that fire and rescue services are in a 'state of emergency' after losing one in five firefighters to austerity cuts.
Leading UK business executives have expressed ‘serious disappointment’ with Keir Starmer’s Labour Government at the party’s annual conference, citing tax increases, weak growth, and a perceived breakdown of the promised 'partnership' with industry.
Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Mayor Paul Bristow has formally objected to the proposed £200 million Cambourne to Cambridge guided busway, arguing it is the 'wrong scheme' and is too expensive, particularly because it runs through the 60-acre Coton Orchard.
An attorney for Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old charged with the aggravated murder of conservative voice Charlie Kirk, has requested a judge grant more time to review the massive volume of evidence before deciding on a preliminary hearing, as the prosecution confirms they will seek the death penalty.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has criticised President Trump's threat to deploy National Guard troops to the city to combat crime, labelling the move a 'stunt' that has 'nothing to do with public safety' but is purely about 'politics, money and power.'
Reports suggest Andy Burnham's move to challenge the Labour leadership has fizzled out, as key party figures dig in for a long-term strategy.
CNN’s programming was abruptly interrupted for a breaking news alert regarding Donald Trump, during which presenter Kaitlan Collins reportedly tore apart the former President.
The Fire Brigades Union is calling for an immediate increase of 5,000 firefighters to address a 'state of emergency' and advocates for a progressive wealth tax to fund the recruitment and rebuild public services.
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy made an 'astonishing allegation' that Reform UK leader Nigel Farage 'flirted with the Hitler Youth' as a young man, a claim Farage previously dismissed as 'complete baloney.'
The Biden administration has proposed rescheduling cannabis to a lower-risk Schedule III substance, while Donald Trump has signalled he is looking at reclassification, citing the benefits of medical marijuana.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has criticised Donald Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to the city as a political ‘stunt’ that threatens public safety, despite a reported decrease in violent crime.
President Donald Trump has ordered the Secretary of War to send federal troops to Portland, Oregon, a move immediately rejected by Mayor Keith Wilson, who stated the number of necessary troops is "zero."
CNN’s Kaitlan Collins was seen delivering a furious condemnation of President Donald Trump during a breaking news alert, with the news network abruptly halting its normal programming for the live, critical coverage.
Greta Thunberg rejects claims that the Gaza aid flotilla is a publicity stunt, emphasizing humanitarian need.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer will unveil plans for a new generation of 12 new towns, inspired by Clement Attlee’s post-war efforts, to deliver at least 10,000 homes in each location and address Britain's acute housing crisis.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves allocates £20m to restore fire-damaged Southport Pier.
President Trump announces troop deployment to Portland, claiming anarchy, despite local officials' denials.
Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told world leaders his nation has ‘no intention of attacking Europe’ but delivered a stern warning that any act of aggression against Russia ‘will be met with a decisive response.’
Russia's top diplomat, Sergey Lavrov, told world leaders his nation has no intention of attacking Europe but threatened a "decisive response" to any aggression against his country, amid rising tensions over NATO airspace intrusions.
Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told world leaders his nation has no intention of attacking Europe but threatened a 'decisive response' to any aggression against his country, amid rising tensions over NATO airspace intrusions.
President Donald Trump announced he has directed Secretary of War Pete Hegseth to send troops to Portland, Oregon, calling the city 'War ravaged,' and authorising the use of 'Full Force if necessary.'
The Prime Minister defended new 'legacy reforms' as the way to find the truth about the Birmingham pub bombings, but the Justice 4 the 21 campaign group rejected the body and demanded a judge-led public inquiry.
A column questioned the success of Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham, specifically asking about the progress of his promise to deliver 10,000 council houses, suggesting the city's success has little to do with his policies.
Documents reveal that an AI tool used by the Department for Work and Pensions to crack down on welfare fraud was found to show ‘statistically significant outcome disparity’ based on user characteristics.
Australia's national broadcaster, the ABC, has been ordered to pay A$150,000 to presenter Antoinette Lattouf after she was unfairly sacked over a social media post about Gaza, coinciding with UK MPs pushing for greater rights for British online content creators.
A report from Operation Kenova found no evidence that Damian McCrory, a man killed by the IRA in 1985, was an informer.
Tens of thousands of Brazilians have taken to the streets to protest against a potential amnesty for former president Jair Bolsonaro.
Donald Trump and Elon Musk reunited and shook hands at a memorial for right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, raising speculation of a reconciliation after a previous public falling out.
Labour’s decision to cut Winter Fuel Payments for 10 million pensioners sparks protests and backlash.
The Assisted Dying Bill has passed its first stage in the House of Lords and will now be subject to expert scrutiny by a special committee.
Nobel winner Maria Ressa warns of collapsing U.S. institutions and free speech under Trump’s administration.
UK to recognize Palestinian state at UN, drawing criticism from Jewish groups as rewarding Hamas.
The Assisted Dying Bill has passed its second reading in the House of Lords and will now be examined by a special committee to address its funding and implementation.
Hundreds of thousands protest budget cuts in France, leading to clashes with police in Paris.
Trump's second UK state visit includes royal hosting, tech deals, and discussions on migration and Ukraine.
Democrats in Indiana protest redistricting plans seen as favoring Republicans.
Over 9,000 migrants crossed Channel since France deal; first deportation amid legal challenges.
Erika Kirk takes over as CEO of Turning Point USA after husband Charlie Kirk's assassination, vowing to continue his legacy.
President Trump warns of revoking broadcast licenses for networks airing negative coverage, endorsing FCC actions.
Hamas issues dire warning about remaining Israeli hostages amid Netanyahu's Gaza City incursion.
House of Lords continues second reading of Terminally Ill Adults Bill on September 19.
President Trump suggested that television networks critical of him should lose their licenses, while separately appearing to snub Queen Camilla at a state banquet.
United States vetoes UN Security Council resolution on Gaza amid ongoing Israeli offensive.
Tobias Ellwood predicts dozen Tory defections; party crisis blamed on leadership failures.
The Assisted Dying Bill has passed its first stage in the House of Lords, with a special committee to be established to provide further expert scrutiny on its implementation and funding.
President Trump announces administration's role in negotiating key international deals during UK visit.
Khadar Mohamed, granted UK stay, thanks Keir Starmer and hopes for others at Epping’s Bell Hotel.
A new left-wing political party, a joint enterprise between Jeremy Corbyn and Sultana, appears to have collapsed following a public and bitter row over leadership and strategy.
A new left-wing political movement, a collaboration between Jeremy Corbyn and Sultana, has reportedly dissolved after a bitter public dispute over leadership and strategy.
President Donald Trump has sparked controversy by suggesting that networks critical of him should lose their licenses and was also seen in an awkward moment at a royal banquet.
A look at current political and social issues, including the use of AI in government, protests by activists, and high-profile political figures.
Boris Johnson defended his migration record, accusing Reform UK of blaming foreigners at a Trump reception.
Derby City Council will investigate if two hotels housing asylum seekers breach planning rules following a narrow vote.
The US and UK have agreed to collaborate on nuclear power plants, aiming to reduce project timelines and introduce advanced modular reactors.
BBC Breakfast host Charlie Stayt grilled Labour minister James Murray on the tangible benefits of Donald Trump's UK visit amid protests.
DUP leader Gavin Robinson moves MLA Pam Cameron from junior minister to work with Deputy First Minister Emma Little-Pengelly.
Students for Fair Admissions targets Kamehameha Schools' preference for Native Hawaiians, challenging it as racial discrimination.
UK farmers rally in London against trade deals they claim threaten livelihoods, demanding better protections and subsidies.
Campaigners welcome the Public Office Accountability Bill introducing duty of candour to prevent cover-ups in disasters.
A new poll reveals 52% of Scots favor independence, reigniting debate ahead of 2026 elections.
DNA from a towel and screwdriver links 22-year-old Tyler Robinson to the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Calls grow to strip Peter Mandelson of his peerage amid Epstein scandal, but it's complex.
Activists report a spike in immigration arrests in Chicago as the city awaits federal intervention promised by President Trump.
East Midlands Mayor says a tram link between Derby and Nottingham is not guaranteed, as other transport priorities may take precedence.
UK housebuilding drops 20% below government targets, exacerbating the housing crisis as demand outstrips supply.
Utah Governor Spencer Cox revealed that Tyler Robinson, accused of shooting Charlie Kirk, held leftist views differing from his conservative family, with motive unclear.
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