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A ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah has officially taken effect, marking a significant development in the 14-month-long conflict. The ceasefire began at 0200 GMT, following a series of heavy raids on Beirut. By...

The UK has issued a warning to President Trump regarding the risks of a trade war that could potentially affect one million American jobs. With Trump threatening to impose tariffs on countries like Canada,...

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has stated that Russia finds the idea of a 'freeze' in the conflict in Ukraine along the existing frontlines unacceptable. Peskov mentioned that the US embassy closing in Kyiv did...

The recent escalation of Russian hybrid warfare has sparked fear and concern in the US and Europe. The US state department expressed deep worry about Russia's aggressive tactics against the west, especially after Ukraine's...

President Joe Biden has faced criticism for his decision to allow Ukraine to strike targets inside Russia with US-made long-range missiles. This move has been described as an "escalation" of the conflict by Moscow,...

EU foreign ministers showed support for the US decision to allow Ukraine to use long-range missiles inside Russia. The EU's chief diplomat, Josep Borrell, expressed his hope that European nations would also permit Ukraine...

President Joe Biden has made a significant decision by allowing Ukraine to use long-range missiles to target Russian and North Korean forces in the Kursk region. This marks the first time the US has...

Israeli settlers and right-wing extremist Zionist groups in Israel are thrilled by the appointment of top officials in Donald Trump's new administration. They see this as a dream team that will provide a unique...

Republicans were taken aback by President Trump's surprising nomination of Congressman Matt Gaetz as the nation's attorney general. Gaetz, a controversial figure known for his far-right views, has faced investigations and allegations of misconduct...

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President-elect Donald Trump has reportedly chosen Republican congressman Mike Waltz of Florida as his national security adviser. Waltz is a Trump supporter and a former colonel in the national guard. He has been critical...

Donald Trump had a conversation with Vladimir Putin about the conflict in Ukraine. Trump advised Putin not to make the situation worse and mentioned the strong military presence of the US in Europe. He...

A potential trade war between the US and other countries may not be as severe as anticipated, according to a former political appointee in the previous Trump administration. The ex-appointee, Peggy Grande, mentioned that...

Donald Trump secured a victory in Arizona, completing a sweep of all seven battleground states and securing a decisive electoral college win over Kamala Harris. This win marked Trump's second victory in Arizona since...

Democrats Turn on Each Other: Nancy Pelosi Blames Joe Biden for Election DefeatFormer House speaker Nancy Pelosi recently spoke out about the Democrats' election defeat, placing blame on Joe Biden for his slow exit...

Keir Starmer is being urged to consider increasing funding for defense and speeding up the UK's military capability review before Donald Trump returns to the White House. The Strategic Defense Review (SDR) currently underway...

Nancy Pelosi, the former House speaker, recently spoke about how Joe Biden's delayed decision to exit the 2024 presidential election negatively impacted the Democrats' chances. She mentioned that had Biden stepped aside earlier, other...

Just hours after Donald Trump won the election, Black individuals in the US reported receiving racist text messages. The messages told them they had been “selected” to pick cotton and needed to report to...

The British foreign secretary, David Lammy, has referred to his previous comments about the US president-elect, Donald Trump, as "old news." Lammy mentioned that calling Trump "deluded, dishonest, xenophobic, narcissistic," and a "neo-Nazi-sympathising sociopath"...

Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated US President Donald Trump on his election victory and expressed his admiration for Trump's reaction to an assassination attempt during the campaign. Putin's remarks were made during a discussion...

David Lammy recently addressed past criticism of Donald Trump in a new interview, attempting to clarify his stance on the president-elect. His previous comments, where he referred to Trump as a "racist KKK and...

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Susie Wiles to be his White House chief of staff. She is the first woman to hold this important position. Wiles is known for running a well-organized campaign for...

Democratic Chair Criticizes Bernie Sanders’ Election CommentsIn the wake of the Democratic Party's defeat in the presidential election to Donald Trump, the party chair, Jaime Harrison, criticized Bernie Sanders for his comments about the...

The British ambassador to Washington, Dame Karen Pierce, is being asked to extend her stay in her post as Donald Trump transitions to power, amidst upcoming changes in UK security and diplomatic roles in...

After Donald Trump’s victory in the US election, comments made by UK foreign secretary David Lammy six years ago have resurfaced. Lammy had referred to Trump as a “neo-Nazi sympathising sociopath” in an article...

After Donald Trump’s US election victory, the next steps are crucial for the country. President Joe Biden spoke with Trump and invited him to the White House. The meeting is anticipated to take place...

As the US presidential election results continue to unfold, UK politicians are starting to share their thoughts on the outcome. With Donald Trump projected to win key swing states and declare victory, Sir Keir...

Sir Keir Starmer has extended his congratulations to Donald Trump on what appears to be a successful re-election bid. Trump declared victory at a rally in Florida shortly after securing key battleground states. In...

The US election system consists of two chambers: the House of Representatives and the Senate. The House of Representatives has 435 voting seats, with elections held every two years. The Speaker of the House...

Kamala Harris has secured a victory in New York, a Democratic stronghold, while Donald Trump has won North and South Dakota, Louisiana, and Wyoming, all reliably Republican states. The election is heating up as...

In a small village called Dixville Notch in New Hampshire, the first results of the 2024 US presidential election ended in a tie between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, with three votes each. This...

From countries like Jamaica to India, the anticipation for the US presidential election between Harris and Trump is palpable worldwide. In Browns Town, Jamaica, where Kamala Harris's father was born, residents are planning watch...

Donald Trump and Elon Musk have been spreading false information about voter fraud, causing concern among experts and prosecutors. Trump, following his 2020 playbook, has been claiming that Democrats are trying to steal the...

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Donald Trump held his final rally in Michigan, where he continued to insult his opponents, including President Joe Biden, Nancy Pelosi, and Adam Schiff. Trump made derogatory remarks about their intelligence and appearance, garnering...

Since becoming prime minister on 5 July, Sir Keir Starmer has been carefully strategizing for the upcoming US election. He has taken a twin-track approach by meeting with both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump,...

Kamala Harris recently held a campaign rally in Scranton, Pennsylvania, where she urged her supporters to keep pushing forward and assured them that they are doing well. She shared personal anecdotes from her early...

The US government is currently looking into the unauthorized release of classified documents that outline Israel's plans to attack Iran. Mike Johnson, the US House speaker, expressed his concern about the leak during an...

The United States has announced that it will be sending an antimissile system to Israel along with a crew of U.S. military personnel to operate the system. This decision comes in response to Iran's...

The recovery efforts in the south-eastern United States are ongoing as residents struggle to cope with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, while a new storm, Hurricane Milton, threatens to bring more devastation to the...

Cheese enthusiasts in London have an exciting event to look forward to tomorrow in the heart of the city.On Wednesday, the US snack brand Cheez-It will be launching The Cheez-Masons, a cheese society, at...