Following the US airstrikes on nuclear facilities in Iran, Sir Keir Starmer has urged Iran to resume negotiations and return to the table for discussions. The UK prime minister emphasized the importance of stability in the region and labeled Iran’s nuclear program as a serious threat to international security. Despite being informed in advance, the… Continue reading Keir Starmer calls for Iran to return to negotiating table
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Man arrested over fire at former Perth primary school
A fire at the former Balhousie Primary School in Perth has led to the arrest of a teenager. The incident occurred on Muirton Place, with witnesses describing a “tornado of fire and smoke” erupting from the building shortly after midnight on Sunday. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) swiftly dispatched six crews and two… Continue reading Man arrested over fire at former Perth primary school
Seven charged with GBH after Iran embassy protest
Following a protest outside the Iranian embassy in London, seven men have been charged with grievous bodily harm after two individuals were reportedly assaulted. The incident occurred in Princes Gate in Knightsbridge, west London and was responded to by officers shortly after 09:50 BST on Friday. Additional police were deployed to the scene to manage… Continue reading Seven charged with GBH after Iran embassy protest
British man arrested in Cyprus suspected of spying and terror offences
A man of British descent was recently apprehended in Cyprus on charges related to espionage and terrorism. Sources indicate that he is believed to have conducted surveillance activities for Iran at the RAF Akrotiri base located on the island. Reports from local media outlets suggest that the individual has Azerbaijani roots and has ties to… Continue reading British man arrested in Cyprus suspected of spying and terror offences
Tangled history and trouble today – what is the UK’s plan on Iran?
/p> Instead, Trump suggested another approach, to send a few signals himself, by putting America’s ships on stand-by in the Gulf and sending aid to the most vulnerable civilian populations, effectively threatening Iran forces to back down. So how far would the UK go along with this response if the situation escalated? An ex-minister with… Continue reading Tangled history and trouble today – what is the UK’s plan on Iran?
Bhim Kohli death: 'Dad's killing won't drive us from our home'
In Leicester, Susan Kohli, mourning the loss of her father Bhim Kohli, who was tragically killed after a racially motivated attack near their family home in Braunstone, is grappling with the idea of leaving the community they both cherished. Two young offenders, a 15-year-old boy, and a 13-year-old girl, were found guilty of Mr. Kohli’s… Continue reading Bhim Kohli death: 'Dad's killing won't drive us from our home'
Dating app scam victims told 'don't suffer in silence'
Kevin Peachey, Cost of living correspondent, highlighted the increasing cases of scams targeting students on dating apps, especially blackmail incidents. The Nationwide fraud teams emphasized the importance of seeking help from trusted friends to avoid falling victim to sending intimate images in new online relationships. Urging victims to report such cases to the authorities, Nationwide… Continue reading Dating app scam victims told 'don't suffer in silence'
Give new recruits £10,000 to join army, says Sir Ed Davey
A call to action has been made by the Lib Dems to attract new soldiers by offering a £10,000 bonus to rapidly bolster troop numbers in anticipation of an increasingly unpredictable world. Sir Ed Davey, the leader of the Lib Dems, proposed that the government should take measures to ensure every British home is “war-ready”… Continue reading Give new recruits £10,000 to join army, says Sir Ed Davey
Newspaper headlines: ‘Spy plot arrest' and ‘my pal Wills’
On Sunday, various newspapers highlighted different stories. The Sunday Telegraph focused on the arrest of a British man in Cyprus on suspicion of spying for Iran on an RAF base. The conflict in Iran was also mentioned in the context of this news. In addition, the paper reported on the increasing number of NHS patients… Continue reading Newspaper headlines: ‘Spy plot arrest' and ‘my pal Wills’
Palestine Action member tells BBC plan to ban group 'absurd'
Joe Pike, a political and investigations correspondent, spoke to a member of Palestine Action who expressed disbelief at the government’s plan to proscribe the group, effectively labeling it as a terrorist organization. Saeed Taji Farouky emphasized that such a move would undermine British democracy and the rule of law, warning that it should concern everyone.… Continue reading Palestine Action member tells BBC plan to ban group 'absurd'