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Manchester's Jewish community feels let down by Britain after deadly synagogue attack
Read full article: Manchester's Jewish community feels let down by Britain after deadly synagogue attackHundreds of mourners gathered in wind and rain for a vigil that combined grief and defiance in the remembrance of two men who were killed when a knife-wielding assailant attacked their synagogue in the English city of Manchester.
One of 2 victims in Manchester synagogue attack apparently shot accidentally by police
Read full article: One of 2 victims in Manchester synagogue attack apparently shot accidentally by policeBritish police say one of the two men killed in a car and knife attack on a synagogue in the city of Manchester may have been killed by a bullet fired by a police officer.
Sarah Mullally named the first female Archbishop of Canterbury in history of Church of England
Read full article: Sarah Mullally named the first female Archbishop of Canterbury in history of Church of EnglandSarah Mullally, the bishop of London, has been named Archbishop of Canterbury, the first time a woman has been chosen as the spiritual leader of the Church of England.
European positions on Russia harden as drone incidents, cyber-attacks and sabotage mount
Read full article: European positions on Russia harden as drone incidents, cyber-attacks and sabotage mountFrench President Emmanuel Macron says Europe must take a tougher approach on Russia by shooting down drones the violate European airspace and boarding Moscow's shadow fleet ships.
Tony Blair's long experience in the Middle East is both his strength and his weakness
Read full article: Tony Blair's long experience in the Middle East is both his strength and his weaknessFormer British Prime Minister Tony Blair has returned to the forefront of Middle East peace efforts with a U.S. proposal that he take a leading role in overseeing Gaza’s administration and reconstruction.
Starmer argues for inclusive patriotism and accuses Farage of trying to divide Britain
Read full article: Starmer argues for inclusive patriotism and accuses Farage of trying to divide BritainBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accused hard-right politician Nigel Farage of crossing “a moral line” with his anti-immigration stance.
Treasury chief says wars and tariffs are harming the UK's economic outlook
Read full article: Treasury chief says wars and tariffs are harming the UK's economic outlookBritain’s Treasury chief has warned that global challenges from wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, along with U.S. tariffs, have worsened the U.K.'s economic outlook.
UK, Australia and Canada recognize a Palestinian state, prompting anger from Israel
Read full article: UK, Australia and Canada recognize a Palestinian state, prompting anger from IsraelThe U.K., Australia and Canada have formally recognized a Palestinian state, prompting an angry response from Israel.
Macron hopes his recognition of a Palestinian state will be a landmark contribution to Mideast peace
Read full article: Macron hopes his recognition of a Palestinian state will be a landmark contribution to Mideast peaceFrench President Emmanuel Macron hopes that France's recognition of a state will contribute to peace in the Mideast.
Trump suggests US troops could return to base in Afghanistan, citing its proximity to rival China
Read full article: Trump suggests US troops could return to base in Afghanistan, citing its proximity to rival ChinaPresident Donald Trump has suggested he's working to reestablish a U.S. presence at Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan.
First migrant flown back to France in UK's 'one in, one out' policy to curb unauthorized migration
Read full article: First migrant flown back to France in UK's 'one in, one out' policy to curb unauthorized migrationThe U.K. has returned the first migrant to France under a new "one in, one out" policy for asylum-seekers who enter the country without authorization.
The Latest: Democrats introduce bill to protect free speech following Kimmel suspension
Read full article: The Latest: Democrats introduce bill to protect free speech following Kimmel suspensionCongressional Democrats have unveiled a bill that would bolster free speech protections against government officials.
After the royal pomp, Trump’s state visit turns to tech, trade and politics at Starmer meeting
Read full article: After the royal pomp, Trump’s state visit turns to tech, trade and politics at Starmer meetingPresident Donald Trump has ended his visit to the United Kingdom by expressing gratitude for the royal treatment he received.
Trump's UK visit will mix trade and tech talks with royal pomp
Read full article: Trump's UK visit will mix trade and tech talks with royal pompDonald Trump has arrived in the United Kingdom, where he'll become the first U_S_ president to get a second state visit to the U_K_ As Trump left the White House on Tuesday, he noted that during his past state visit he was hosted at Buckingham Palace and this time he'll be at Windsor Castle, which he says people call “the ultimate.”.
British politicians condemn Elon Musk's comments at anti-migrant rally
Read full article: British politicians condemn Elon Musk's comments at anti-migrant rallyPrime Minister Keir Starmer has condemned as dangerous comments by Elon Musk, who told an anti-immigration rally in London that violence is coming to Britain and urged people to fight back.
London protest organized by far-right activist exceeds 100,000 as small clashes break out
Read full article: London protest organized by far-right activist exceeds 100,000 as small clashes break outA massive march organized by far-right activist Tommy Robinson in London has grown violent as a small group of his supporters clashed with police.
Grief over Kirk's assassination echoes worldwide and testifies to his influence on the right
Read full article: Grief over Kirk's assassination echoes worldwide and testifies to his influence on the rightDozens of angry European lawmakers bang their hands on their desks after being denied a moment of silence to honor Charlie Kirk.
NATO flexes its muscles and bulks up defenses on its eastern flank to ward off Russia
Read full article: NATO flexes its muscles and bulks up defenses on its eastern flank to ward off RussiaNATO says it's bulking up its defensive posture on its eastern flank bordering Belarus, Russia and Ukraine with new equipment.
UK ambassador to US in the spotlight over his links to 'best pal' Epstein
Read full article: UK ambassador to US in the spotlight over his links to 'best pal' EpsteinBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he has “confidence” in the country’s ambassador to the United States following mounting criticism of his links to pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.
Noem says roundup of Koreans at Hyundai plant in Georgia won't deter investment in the US
Read full article: Noem says roundup of Koreans at Hyundai plant in Georgia won't deter investment in the USHomeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem says the detention of hundreds of South Koreans in a raid at a Georgia Hyundai plant won’t deter U.S. investment.
Reform UK is on the rise. Leader Nigel Farage hopes the Trump playbook can propel him to power
Read full article: Reform UK is on the rise. Leader Nigel Farage hopes the Trump playbook can propel him to powerNigel Farage has made a bold pitch to his Reform UK party, echoing themes that helped Donald Trump rise to power.
Starmer overhauls his government after his deputy prime minister resigns over a tax error
Read full article: Starmer overhauls his government after his deputy prime minister resigns over a tax errorU.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has shaken up his Cabinet after Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner resigned over a tax error.
Macron says 26 countries pledge troops as a reassurance force for Ukraine after war ends
Read full article: Macron says 26 countries pledge troops as a reassurance force for Ukraine after war endsFrench President Emmanuel Macron says that 26 of Ukraine’s allies have pledged to deploy troops as a “reassurance force” for the war-torn country once fighting ends in the conflict with Russia.
European leaders face tough choices as the UK and France host another meeting on Ukraine
Read full article: European leaders face tough choices as the UK and France host another meeting on UkraineEuropean countries are facing tough choices as they meet in Paris to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine.
Final arguments in publisher Jimmy Lai's national security trial conclude in Hong Kong
Read full article: Final arguments in publisher Jimmy Lai's national security trial conclude in Hong KongThe final arguments have concluded in the national security trial of Hong Kong pro-democracy newspaper founder Jimmy Lai.
UK's hard-right Reform party says it will mass-deport migrants if it wins power
Read full article: UK's hard-right Reform party says it will mass-deport migrants if it wins powerThe leader of Britain’s hard-right Reform party has pledged to leave the European Convention on Human Rights and detain and deport anyone who arrives in the country illegally.
Despite a flurry of meetings on Russia's war in Ukraine, major obstacles to peace remain
Read full article: Despite a flurry of meetings on Russia's war in Ukraine, major obstacles to peace remainThe second Oval Office meeting in six months between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy went off smoothly, in sharp contrast to their disastrous encounter in February.
The Latest: Trump meets with European leaders at the White House to discuss Russia-Ukraine peace efforts
Read full article: The Latest: Trump meets with European leaders at the White House to discuss Russia-Ukraine peace effortsU.S. President Donald Trump says he has called Russian President Vladimir Putin and begun to arrange a meeting between Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Trump begins planning for Putin-Zelenskyy meeting while affirming US help with security guarantees
Read full article: Trump begins planning for Putin-Zelenskyy meeting while affirming US help with security guaranteesPresident Donald Trump has started arranging a meeting between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss ending Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
The Latest: Bondi names DEA head ‘emergency police commissioner’ amid Trump’s takeover of DC police
Read full article: The Latest: Bondi names DEA head ‘emergency police commissioner’ amid Trump’s takeover of DC policeAttorney General Pam Bondi has named the head of the Drug Enforcement Administration, Terry Cole, as Washington’s “emergency police commissioner."
Putin praises Trump's efforts to end Ukraine war ahead of Friday summit in Alaska
Read full article: Putin praises Trump's efforts to end Ukraine war ahead of Friday summit in AlaskaRussian President Vladimir Putin praised U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts to end the war in Ukraine, more than three years after Moscow launched its invasion, as the two leaders prepared for a pivotal U.S.–Russia summit Friday in Alaska.
London police arrest 365 people as pro-Palestinian protesters defy new law
Read full article: London police arrest 365 people as pro-Palestinian protesters defy new lawBritish police said they arrested 365 people in central London as supporters of a recently banned pro-Palestinian group intentionally flouted the law as part of their effort to force the government to reconsider the ban.
UK authorities detain 1st group of migrants under plan to thwart small boats crossing from France
Read full article: UK authorities detain 1st group of migrants under plan to thwart small boats crossing from FranceBritish border authorities have detained the first group of migrants under a pilot plan that will send some who cross the English Channel on small boats back to France.
The Latest: Trump signs order for more tariffs on US partners to go into effect in 7 days
Read full article: The Latest: Trump signs order for more tariffs on US partners to go into effect in 7 daysPresident Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday placing tariffs on many U.S. trade partners — the next step in his trade agenda that will test the global economy and alliances.
The Latest: Trump orders new tariffs on multiple US trade partners to take effect in 7 days
Read full article: The Latest: Trump orders new tariffs on multiple US trade partners to take effect in 7 daysPresident Donald Trump has signed an executive order that would have new tariffs on a wide swath of U.S. trading partners to go into effect in seven days.
Malta says it will recognize the state of Palestine, joining France and possibly Britain
Read full article: Malta says it will recognize the state of Palestine, joining France and possibly BritainCanada and Malta announced Wednesday they will formally recognize the state of Palestine in September, joining France and the United Kingdom in stepping up pressure to end the nearly 80-year Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
What Starmer's plan for the UK to recognize a Palestinian state means
Read full article: What Starmer's plan for the UK to recognize a Palestinian state meansBritain has announced it will recognize a Palestinian state in September unless Israel agrees to a ceasefire in Gaza, stops building settlements in the West Bank, and commits to a two-state solution.
UN conference backs two-state solution, calls on Israel to commit to a Palestinian state
Read full article: UN conference backs two-state solution, calls on Israel to commit to a Palestinian stateA high-level U.N. conference gave “unwavering support” to a two-state solution and called on Israel to commit to a Palestinian state.
Starmer says UK will recognize Palestinian state unless Israel agrees ceasefire, ends Gaza suffering
Read full article: Starmer says UK will recognize Palestinian state unless Israel agrees ceasefire, ends Gaza sufferingBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the U.K. will recognize a Palestinian state in September, unless Israel agrees to a ceasefire in Gaza and takes steps to long-term peace.
The Latest: Trump’s EPA moves to repeal finding that underpins US climate regulation
Read full article: The Latest: Trump’s EPA moves to repeal finding that underpins US climate regulationPresident Donald Trump’s administration on Tuesday proposed revoking a scientific finding that has long been the central basis for U.S. action to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change.
Federal Reserve likely to stand pat on rates this week, deepening the gulf between Powell and Trump
Read full article: Federal Reserve likely to stand pat on rates this week, deepening the gulf between Powell and TrumpThe Federal Reserve is expected to leave its short-term interest rate unchanged on Wednesday for the fifth straight meeting, a move that will likely underscore the deep divide between how Chair Jerome Powell and President Donald Trump see the economy.
Trump says he ended friendship with Epstein because he 'stole people that worked for me'
Read full article: Trump says he ended friendship with Epstein because he 'stole people that worked for me'President Donald Trump says his friendship with Jeffrey Epstein ended after Epstein hired people who had worked for Trump.
Trump says he wants Netanyahu to 'make sure they get the food' in Gaza amid humanitarian crisis
Read full article: Trump says he wants Netanyahu to 'make sure they get the food' in Gaza amid humanitarian crisisPresident Donald Trump has expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, urging Israel to ensure food reaches the people there.
Trump says he's shortening the 50-day deadline for Russia to end the war in Ukraine
Read full article: Trump says he's shortening the 50-day deadline for Russia to end the war in UkraineU.S. President Donald Trump says he intends to shorten the 50-day deadline he gave Russian President Vladimir Putin to reach a deal that ends the three-year war in Ukraine.
The Latest: Trump meets Starmer and disagrees with Netanyahu's claim of no starvation in Gaza
Read full article: The Latest: Trump meets Starmer and disagrees with Netanyahu's claim of no starvation in GazaIsraeli strikes killed at least 36 Palestinians before U.S. President Donald Trump met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Lionesses' triumph: England go to Downing Street to celebrate Euro 2025 victory
Read full article: Lionesses' triumph: England go to Downing Street to celebrate Euro 2025 victoryAfter being greeted by cheering fans for their arrival on home soil, the Lionesses went to Downing Street for a celebratory reception following their Women’s European Championship triumph.
US-EU deal sets a 15% tariff on most goods and averts the threat of a trade war with a global shock
Read full article: US-EU deal sets a 15% tariff on most goods and averts the threat of a trade war with a global shockThe United States and the European Union have agreed to a trade framework setting a 15% tariff on most goods.
Trump plays golf in Scotland while protesters take to the streets and decry his visit
Read full article: Trump plays golf in Scotland while protesters take to the streets and decry his visitPresident Donald Trump has played golf at his course on Scotland’s coast while protesters around the country took to the streets to decry his visit and accuse United Kingdom leaders of pandering to the American.
How France's recognition of the state of Palestine could shift Middle East dynamics
Read full article: How France's recognition of the state of Palestine could shift Middle East dynamicsFrance has announced it will recognize the state of Palestine, a move that could shift discussions about the Middle East's future.
UK, French and German leaders press Israel over Gaza aid after Macron backs a Palestinian state
Read full article: UK, French and German leaders press Israel over Gaza aid after Macron backs a Palestinian stateThe leaders of Britain, France, and Germany have demanded Israel allow unrestricted aid into Gaza to end a “humanitarian catastrophe."
The Latest: Justice Department completes interview with Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s accomplice
Read full article: The Latest: Justice Department completes interview with Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s accompliceGhislaine Maxwell’s attorney says the imprisoned ex-girlfriend of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein has finished answering questions with U.S. Justice Department officials.
Doctors in England start a 5-day strike over pay. The government says it will hurt patients
Read full article: Doctors in England start a 5-day strike over pay. The government says it will hurt patientsThousands of doctors in England's state-funded health system have walked off the job in a five-day strike over pay.
Labour ex-leader Jeremy Corbyn says he's starting a new left-wing UK party
Read full article: Labour ex-leader Jeremy Corbyn says he's starting a new left-wing UK partyLabour Party ex-leader Jeremy Corbyn says he's forming a new left-leaning U.K. political party to take on his former colleagues at the ballot box.
Leaders Starmer and Modi hail long-sought India-UK trade deal as historic
Read full article: Leaders Starmer and Modi hail long-sought India-UK trade deal as historicThe prime ministers of Britain and India have sealed a major trade agreement that will reduce tariffs on products like Scotch whisky and Indian spices.
Trump's trip to Scotland highlights his complex relationship with his mother's homeland
Read full article: Trump's trip to Scotland highlights his complex relationship with his mother's homelandU.S. President Donald Trump is visiting Scotland this week, returning to the country where his mother was born and raised.
UK prosecutors say rocks and eggs thrown at police during asylum hotel protests
Read full article: UK prosecutors say rocks and eggs thrown at police during asylum hotel protestsPolice on the outskirts of London were pelted with rocks and eggs last week as they tried to protect a hotel housing asylum seekers, prosecutors said Monday as a man arrested in connection with the violence appeared in court.
Trump's pace of early travel largely mirrors Biden's, but with more sports events and golf
Read full article: Trump's pace of early travel largely mirrors Biden's, but with more sports events and golfMoving at the “speed of Trump” is one of the White House’s favorite phrases, but when it comes to presidential travel, Donald Trump’s pace is about the same as that of his Democratic predecessor, Joe Biden.
UK signs treaty on defense, trade and migration with Germany as Europe bolsters security
Read full article: UK signs treaty on defense, trade and migration with Germany as Europe bolsters securityU.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz have signed a treaty that pledges to tighten defense ties.
How an email error sparked a secret scramble to bring thousands of Afghans to Britain
Read full article: How an email error sparked a secret scramble to bring thousands of Afghans to BritainThe current and previous British governments are facing criticism over a secret program that resettled thousands of Afghans in the U.K. after the Taliban's return to power in 2021.
The Latest: Trump promotes tech and energy investments in Pennsylvania
Read full article: The Latest: Trump promotes tech and energy investments in PennsylvaniaPresident Donald Trump and Sen. David McCormick of Pennsylvania have jointly announced tens of billions of dollars of energy and technology investments in the state of Pennsylvania.
Trump to make unprecedented second state visit to UK in September
Read full article: Trump to make unprecedented second state visit to UK in SeptemberU.S. President Donald Trump will make an unprecedented second state visit to the U.K. between Sept. 17 and 19 when he will be hosted by King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Windsor Castle.
Trump plans to hike tariffs on Canadian goods to 35%
Read full article: Trump plans to hike tariffs on Canadian goods to 35%Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will keep working toward a new trade framework with the United States despite U.S. President Donald Trump saying he'll raise taxes on many imported goods from Canada to 35%.
European allies step up plans for future Ukraine stabilization force, with US attending meeting
Read full article: European allies step up plans for future Ukraine stabilization force, with US attending meetingCountries prepared to provide troops for a future stabilization force in Ukraine have agreed to set up a headquarters in Paris to facilitate a rapid deployment after the war ends.
European leaders announce new equity fund for Ukraine and urge investment even as war accelerates
Read full article: European leaders announce new equity fund for Ukraine and urge investment even as war acceleratesEuropean leaders are urging private business and equity funds to not be afraid to invest in rebuilding Ukraine now even as Russia accelerates its war.
UK and France agree to send some migrants arriving in Britain by boat back to France
Read full article: UK and France agree to send some migrants arriving in Britain by boat back to FranceBritain and France have agreed to a pilot plan that will send some migrants who cross the English Channel on small boats back to France as the U.K. government struggles to tamp down criticism that it has lost control of the country’s borders.
King Charles III leads the UK in marking 20 years since the deadly 7/7 London bombings
Read full article: King Charles III leads the UK in marking 20 years since the deadly 7/7 London bombingsKing Charles III is leading commemorations marking 20 years since the London transit bombings, the deadliest attack on the city since World War II.
Britain's Starmer backs his Treasury chief after U-turns dent the government's fiscal plans
Read full article: Britain's Starmer backs his Treasury chief after U-turns dent the government's fiscal plansBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer says Treasury chief Rachel Reeves is secure in her job after a series of government U-turns dented her revenue-raising plans.
Starmer’s attempt at welfare reform roils his party, capping a troubled first year in office
Read full article: Starmer’s attempt at welfare reform roils his party, capping a troubled first year in officeBritish Prime Minister Keir Starmer marks a year in office this week, facing challenges from within his party and the public.
UK police probe Bob Vylan's festival chants against Israeli military, as US revokes band's visas
Read full article: UK police probe Bob Vylan's festival chants against Israeli military, as US revokes band's visasBritish police have launched a criminal investigation into a performance by rap-punk duo Bob Vylan at the Glastonbury Festival on Saturday, when the group led chants of “death to the IDF,” or Israel Defense Forces.
Rap duo Bob Vylan's anti-Israel chants prompt UK police to review Glastonbury acts
Read full article: Rap duo Bob Vylan's anti-Israel chants prompt UK police to review Glastonbury actsBritish police are reviewing videos from the Glastonbury Festival after rapper Bobby Vylan of Bob Vylan led chants of “death to the IDF” or Israel Defense Forces and “free Palestine” on Saturday.