Britain: Labour leadership battle looms as Starmer faces growing pressure
Political crisis deepens in Britain as PM Keir Starmer faces leadership challenge from Labour MPs. Three key contenders emerge as potential successors.
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Hantavirus: 25-year-old Italian with virus symptoms transferred to hospital
Italian man with suspected hantavirus symptoms hospitalized in Rome after traveling on same flight as infected woman who died from the virus.
Trump confident on Iran nuclear deal: “They’ll stop uranium enrichment 100%”
Trump expresses confidence Iran will halt nuclear program as diplomatic talks continue despite tensions between Washington and Tehran over uranium enrichment.
Ukraine: “Zelensky not subject to any corruption investigation”
Ukraine’s anti-corruption chief confirms President Zelensky faces no investigation, one day after charges filed against his former chief of staff.
Turkey irked by Greece-US cooperation: missiles and bluster
Turkey shows displeasure over strengthening Greece-US ties as Trump visit looms and Ankara unveils intercontinental missile amid rising tensions.
UK: New minister resignation rocks Starmer government
UK minister Jess Phillips resigns from Starmer government amid growing political crisis, marking another significant blow to the embattled administration.
US-Iran crisis escalates: Washington “cannot take diplomatic victory for granted”
US-Iran tensions escalate as Trump calls ceasefire “on life support” while Tehran warns Washington against claiming diplomatic victory ahead of Beijing meeting.
Hamas: Secret Israeli document reveals military rebuilding in Gaza
Israeli intelligence reveals Hamas is rebuilding military capabilities in Gaza despite ongoing operations, while the organization denies claims as false justification for escalation.
Trump considers restarting “Operation Freedom” with expanded scope
Trump explores restarting “Operation Freedom” with broader military operations beyond Strait of Hormuz ship escorts. Enhanced scope under consideration.
Spain proposes EU army to reduce dependence on US amid NATO crisis
Spain’s Foreign Minister calls for EU army creation to reduce dependence on US amid growing NATO tensions and diplomatic crisis with Washington over Iran war.
Turkey advances provocative maritime bill targeting Greece in Aegean
Turkey advances controversial maritime bill targeting Greece, maintaining casus belli threat while claiming jurisdiction over disputed Aegean and Eastern Mediterranean zones.
Hantavirus outbreak: Massive security operation for MV Hondius passenger repatriation from Tenerife
Massive security operation underway at Tenerife port for MV Hondius passenger repatriation after deadly hantavirus outbreak killed Dutch couple aboard cruise ship.