Rachel Reeves has criticised Donald Trump’s decision to launch war against Iran, saying the US entered the conflict without a clear exit plan, while Lib Dem leader Ed Davey called …
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Middle East crisis live: Trump says Iran talks could resume ‘over next two days’ as sanctioned ships pass through Strait of Hormuz
US president says talks with Iran could restart soon, while ships linked to Iran continue moving through the Strait of Hormuz after the start of a US naval blockade. In …
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Middle East crisis live: Trump says Iran talks could resume ‘over next two days’ as sanctioned ships pass through Strait of Hormuz
South Korea warns that high oil prices and supply-chain problems may persist as tensions rise around the Strait of Hormuz, while Trump says Iran talks could resume soon and vessels …
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The Victoria and Albert Museum removed maps and images from at least two recent exhibition catalogues after its Chinese printing partner said they would breach local censorship rules, according to …
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Reeves condemns Trump’s decision to launch war against Iran as ‘folly’ in UK politics live coverage
Live political coverage on 14 April 2026 focused on Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ criticism of Donald Trump’s decision to launch war against Iran, alongside Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey’s call for …
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Defence review co-author Fiona Hill criticises ‘bizarre’ lack of urgency in UK military planning
Fiona Hill, a co-author of Britain’s strategic defence review, has joined criticism of Keir Starmer’s defence leadership, warning of a “bizarre” lack of urgency as pressure grows for the UK …
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Israeli ambassador to Germany condemns Bezalel Smotrich’s attack on Chancellor Friedrich Merz
Israel’s ambassador to Germany, Ron Prosor, has sharply criticised far-right cabinet minister Bezalel Smotrich after remarks aimed at Chancellor Friedrich Merz that invoked the Nazi regime and ghettos. Prosor said …
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United Airlines CEO reportedly pitched merger with American, prompting competition concerns
Reports say United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby raised the idea of combining United with American Airlines during a late-February meeting with Donald Trump. Critics warn that any such tie-up could …
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A group of Labour MPs is putting forward a new set of policy ideas designed to respond to rightwing populism, including a Swiss-style deal with the EU, lower electricity prices, …
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The government has set aside an additional £1bn for infected blood compensation, with former Treloar pupils to receive an extra £35,000 each in recognition of the harm they suffered.
