LONDON — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Wednesday that the UK military has been authorised to board and detain Russian ships believed to be part of Moscow’s so-called “shadow fleet” of oil tankers. These vessels are alleged to help Russia circumvent Western sanctions while funding its ongoing war in Ukraine. Read More: Ukrainian […]
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UK files reveal Mandelson Epstein links raised “reputational risk” concerns
LONDON: Newly released UK government files have revealed that Prime Minister Keir Starmer was warned about potential reputational risks related to the appointment of Peter Mandelson as the UK’s ambassador to the United States. The concerns stemmed from Mandelson’s past associations with the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Read More: As European heads roll […]
UK stops short of backing US Israel strikes on Iran
Britain’s Defence Secretary John Healey on Sunday declined to explicitly endorse US and Israel air strikes on Iran, saying it was for Washington to explain the legal basis for its actions. Read More: New York mayor says strikes on Iran mark ‘catastrophic escalation’ The strikes, which Iran’s state media said killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday, have […]
Greens win shock by-election victory in Labour stronghold
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faced a major political setback after the Green Party of England and Wales secured a surprise victory in the Gorton and Denton by-election in Manchester, a seat long considered a Labour stronghold. Read More: Rare win for Canada’s Greens in special election deals blow to Trudeau Green Party candidate Hannah Spencer won 40.7 per cent […]
Trump warns UK not to “give away” Diego Garcia amid Iran tensions
WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to UK, urging it not to “give away” the strategic Indian Ocean base at Diego Garcia, highlighting its importance for potential US military operations against Iran. Read More: UK PM urges Trump to show restraint after US approves strikes on Iran Trump’s comments came hours after the US State […]
Starmer rejects calls to resign amid Epstein linked scandal
LONDON: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday insisted he would not resign despite growing pressure over the government’s handling of a scandal linked to Jeffrey Epstein, after a senior ally publicly called on him to step down. Speaking to Labour MPs at a closed-door meeting, Starmer said he would not “walk away” from his […]
Starmer fights for survival after Epstein fallout
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a severe political crisis after appointing Peter Mandelson as U.K. ambassador to the U.S. Mandelson had close ties to convicted pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. The release of millions of Epstein-related documents has intensified scrutiny on Starmer’s judgment and leadership. The controversy erupted when emails revealed Mandelson passed sensitive government information […]
Peter Mandelson quits Labour Party amid renewed Epstein links
Former British government minister Peter Mandelson has resigned from Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s Labour Party following fresh media reports linking him to disgraced US financier Jeffrey Epstein, according to reports on Sunday. Read More: UK Labour party meets after bumpy return to power Mandelson, a senior Labour figure who played a key role in the party’s rise […]
Starmer defends UK engagement with China despite US warning
SHANGHAI: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Friday it would be unwise for the United Kingdom (UK) to disengage from China, rejecting comments by US President Donald Trump that closer business ties with Beijing were dangerous. Read More: Starmer seeks China ties amid US tensions Speaking in Shanghai on the final day of his visit, Mr Starmer […]
Trump warns UK over China ties as Starmer defends economic reset
WASHINGTON/BEIJING: US President Donald Trump has warned that Britain’s efforts to deepen economic ties with China are “very dangerous,” as Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended his government’s strategy during a high-profile visit to Beijing aimed at boosting trade and investment. Read More: Starmer seeks China ties amid US tensions Trump made the remarks on Friday when asked about […]