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UK, Australia and Canada recognise Palestinian state, Israel condemns decision
Britain, Canada and Australia all recognised a Palestinian state on Sunday in a move borne out of frustration over the Gaza war and intended to promote a two-state solution, prompting a furious response from Israel. The decision by three major Western nations, which have been traditional allies of Israel, aligned them with about 140 other countries also backing Palestinians’ aspiration…
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Starmer set to announce UK recognition of Palestinian state
Sir Keir Starmer is expected to announce the UK’s recognition of a Palestinian state in a statement on Sunday afternoon. The prime minister said in July that the UK would shift its position unless Israel met several conditions, including agreeing to a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and committing to a long-term peace process leading to a Palestinian state co-existing…
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European Commission proposes fresh round of sanctions against Russia
The European Commission has proposed a 19th package of sanctions against Russia to member states, according to its president Ursula von der Leyen Friday, as she said Europe is increasing its pressure on Moscow in light of its displays of “contempt for diplomacy and international law” over the past month. Von der Leyen cited recent large-scale drone and missile attacks…
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Nigerian professionals to be affected as Trump attaches $100,000 fee for skilled worker visa
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that will add a $100,000 (£74,000) annual fee for applicants to the H-1B visa programme for skilled foreign workers. Trump’s order mentions “abuse” of the programme and will restrict entry unless payment is made. Critics have long argued that H-1Bs undercut the American workforce, while supporters – including billionaire Elon Musk…
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‘Don’t vote for my dad,’ says daughter of Cameroonian President Paul Biya
Brenda Biya, daughter of Cameroon’s president, Paul Biya, has publicly urged Cameroonians not to vote for her father in the October 2025 election. In a TikTok live session, Brenda—known as “King Nasty”—blamed her father’s 43-year rule for poverty, unemployment, and stagnation in Cameroon. This marks the first time in African political history that a sitting president’s child has openly opposed…
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Trump says he didn’t want London Mayor Sadiq Khan at state banquet
US President Donald Trump has said he “didn’t want” London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan at the state banquet hosted by the King at Windsor Castle. Speaking to reporters on Air Force One heading back the US, Trump described Sir Sadiq as “among the worst mayors in the world”, saying he had wanted to attend the event, but “I asked that…
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Iran withdraws resolution to ban attacks on nuclear sites following U.S. pressure
Iran decided at the last minute Thursday to withdraw a resolution prohibiting attacks on nuclear facilities that it had put forward along with China, Russia and other countries for a vote before an annual gathering of the U.N. nuclear watchdog’s member nations. Western diplomats, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss internal deliberations, said the U.S. has been heavily…
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Macrons to offer ‘scientific evidence’ to US court to prove Brigitte is a woman, lawyer says
Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, are planning to present photographic and scientific evidence to a US court to prove Mrs Macron is a woman.Their lawyer says the French president and Mrs Macron will present the documentation in a defamation suit they have taken against the right-wing influencer Candace Owens after she promoted her belief that Brigitte Macron was born…
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Togo leader’s sister-in-law arrested after calling for end to family rule
A former defence minister and vocal critic of Togo’s government, Marguerite Gnakadé, has been arrested, according to security sources. Gnakadé, the sister-in-law of long-serving leader Faure Gnassingbé, recently called for his resignation and urged the military to stand with the people in ending decades of dynastic rule. “She was arrested for serious acts, including her recent public appearance inciting the…
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Saudi Arabia and Pakistan sign mutual defense pact as Gulf Arab states grow wary of US security guarantees
Saudi Arabia and nuclear-armed Pakistan signed a formal mutual defense pact on Wednesday, in a move that significantly strengthens a decades-long security partnership amid heightened regional tensions The enhanced defense ties come as Gulf Arab states grow increasingly wary about the reliability of the United States as their longstanding security guarantor. Israel’s attack on Qatar last week heightened those concerns. “This agreement…
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