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Australia to Recognize Palestinian State at UN in September
The Australian government has confirmed it will recognize a Palestinian state at the United Nations General Assembly next month. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated that a two-state solution is “humanity’s best hope to break the cycle of violence in the Middle East and to bring an end to the conflict, suffering and starvation in Gaza.” […]
UK, US Hold Talks with Ukraine and European Partners on Peace Plan
The UK Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, and US Vice-President JD Vance held a meeting with Ukrainian and European partners at Chevening House in Kent to discuss the US-brokered peace plan for Ukraine. The meeting comes ahead of a planned summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska next Friday. The […]
Tommy Robinson Released on Bail After Alleged Assault
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, has been released on bail following his arrest over an alleged assault at London’s St Pancras station. The 42-year-old was detained by British Transport Police at Luton Airport on August 4, 2025, after disembarking from a flight from Faro, Portugal. The alleged assault occurred on […]
US Secretary of State Discusses Gaza With Counterparts
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has engaged in diplomatic efforts to address the ongoing conflict in Gaza, discussing the humanitarian situation and ceasefire efforts with his UK and French counterparts. According to a readout from State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce, Rubio spoke with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy and French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot […]
Record-Breaking Migrant Crossings in the UK Spark Political Debate
The number of refugees and migrants crossing the English Channel into the United Kingdom has reached a record high, with over 25,000 people making the perilous journey so far this year. The latest figures show that nearly 900 refugees and migrants arrived in the UK in 13 small boats on Wednesday alone, bringing the total […]
UK and India Sign Landmark Free Trade Agreement
The United Kingdom and India have signed a historic free trade agreement, marking a significant milestone in their economic partnership. The deal, valued at £25.5 billion ($34.4 billion), aims to boost trade between the two countries and strengthen their strategic relationship. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer hailed the agreement as a “landmark moment” for both […]
New Left-Wing Party in UK: A Real Alternative or Flash in the Pan?
Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn and MP Zarah Sultana are launching a new left-wing party in the United Kingdom, hoping to unite the country’s fractured left. The party, which has no name yet, aims to provide a “real alternative” to the main parties in the UK. Corbyn and Sultana, both fierce critics of Israel’s actions […]
Justice for the Sycamore Gap Tree: Two Men to Face Sentence
The Sycamore Gap tree, a beloved and iconic landmark in northern England, was felled in September 2023, sparking widespread outrage and grief. The tree, estimated to be over 200 years old, stood alongside Hadrian’s Wall, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and was a popular spot for photography and reflection. Two men, Daniel Graham and Adam […]
Care Visa: UK Blocks Visa Switch for Grads, Students
Effective 22 July 2025, the UK Government has officially closed the Care Worker and Senior Care Worker routes under the Skilled Worker visa scheme (Standard Occupational Classification – SOC codes 6135 and 6136) to all new applicants. This change significantly affects international students and recent graduates who previously intended to transition into the UK care […]
UK Court Rules in Favour of Exporting F-35 Jet Parts to Israel
Britain’s(UK) High Court has ruled that the government’s decision to allow the export of Lockheed Martin F-35 jet parts to Israel is lawful, despite accepting that these parts could be used in breach of international humanitarian law in Gaza. The court’s 72-page ruling emphasized that the issue at hand is not simply about the export […]