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Latvian PM resigns after row over stray Ukrainian drones
Latvian PM resigns after row over stray Ukrainian drones19 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleLaura GozziReutersEvika Silina had headed Latvia's ruling coalition since 2023Latvian Prime Minister Evika Silina has resigned following a political crisis over Russia-bound Ukrainian drones straying into Latvian territory.She had fired her Defence Minister Andris Spruds last week after two drones crashed down in eastern Latvia, criticising his response and appointing a replacement.In protest...
Gladkov’s, Bogomaz’s resignations, Putin’s visit to China: topics of Kremlin’s briefing
MOSCOW, May 14. /TASS/. The resignations of Vyacheslav Gladkov and Alexander Bogomaz from their posts as governors and preparations for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s visit to China were the main topics of Thursday’s briefing by Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov. TASS has compiled the key statemen...
The posturing over the inclusion of Russia and Israel is a betrayal of Venice’s vision
There’s quite a lot of memorable performance art in the Venice Biennale — Austria’s Florentina Holzinger rings a huge bell with herself as the clapper — but none quite so performative as the participants who are staging boycotts, no-shows and sulks to protest at the involvement in the show of Israel and Russia. The entire five-woman jury resigned nine days before the opening as a protest at the inclusion of countries being investigated by the International Criminal Court; the European Commission...
Xi Jinping spots Donald Trump is 'out of breath' going up steps so stops him
US President Donald Trump encountered difficulties climbing the stairway to the state banquet in Beijing with Chinese leader Xi Jinping checking on his counterpart
Boris Johnson’s father warns of ‘ruthless assassinations’ amid Labour leadership crisis: ‘Put country first!’
Boris Johnson’s father, Stanley, has issued a warning over “ruthless assassinations” in politics amid Keir Starmer’s leadership crisis.The former MEP, whose son was ousted by the Conservative Party in 2022, gave his verdict to GB News about the brewing civil war in the Labour Party.“I saw what total damage the Tory party did to itself when it got rid of Boris,” he began.“It was a kind of ruthless assassination… The Tory Party just did not recover for a very long time,” Mr Johnson explained. TRE...
Swinney declares ‘primary loyalty’ to the people as MSPs sworn in at Holyrood
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'Why this show off of independence?’: SC flags CEC appointment mechanism
The Supreme Court questioned the current selection process for Election Commissioners. It raised concerns about a cabinet minister being part of the panel. The court noted this could lead to a 2:1 majority favoring the Prime Minister. It suggested an independent process is crucial for upholding democracy and public confidence in the Election Commission's impartiality.
Every reason to believe I'll stay in charge - Slot
Every reason to believe I'll stay in charge - SlotImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Arne Slot replaced Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager in 2024ByHarry PooleBBC Sport journalistPublished10 minutes ago2 CommentsLiverpool manager Arne Slot says he has "every reason to believe" he will remain in charge of the club next season.The Dutchman guided Liverpool to the Premier League title in his first season in charge but has received criticism for the team's performances and results this campaign...
Leadership rules should ‘not be tweaked’ to let Burnham run for PM, Labour NEC member says
Burnham’s backers understood to be lobbying Labour’s NEC who warn against Wes Streeting ‘coronation’UK politics live – latest updatesThe rules governing Labour party leadership contests should “not be tweaked” to allow Andy Burnham to run, a member of the party’s National Executive Committee has said.With the health secretary preparing to launch a leadership challenge against Keir Starmer on Thursday, if he can secure the support of enough MPs to trigger a contest, allies of Burnham have warned...
Chinese FM's remarks to Dar on Iran war 'misrepresented', call held with cordiality: FO
The Foreign Office on Thursday said media reports “misrepresented” Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s recent remarks to Deputy Prime Minister and FM Ishaq Dar, affirming the call was held with cordiality. The clarification comes after Chinese state media Xinhua reported that during his call with Dar on Tuesday, Wang expressed hope that “Pakistan can step up mediation efforts” between the United States and Iran. Addressing a weekly press briefing, FO spokesperson Tahir Andrabi said: “Some reports...
'Unilateral coercive steps, sanctions': Jaishankar takes veiled dig at US
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar criticized "unilateral coercive measures" and sanctions, stating they disproportionately harm developing nations and cannot replace diplomacy. He also voiced concern over the West Asia crisis, emphasizing the need for uninterrupted maritime traffic and a sustained ceasefire in Gaza, advocating for a two-state solution.
Flynn and Gethins hit out at ‘crisis-ridden Westminster’ as they quit Commons
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China ready to work on establishing stable relations with US — diplomat
"China is ready to cooperate with the US to translate the new approach to China-US relations into concrete steps and to jointly promote the stable, healthy, and sustainable development of bilateral relations," Guo Jiakun noted
'Can China, US transcend Thucydides Trap?' Xi's poser to Trump reveals big stakes
Chinese President Xi Jinping invoked the "Thucydides Trap" during talks with US President Donald Trump, highlighting concerns that the rising power's growth could lead to conflict with the established dominant power. This theory, popularized by Graham Allison, suggests structural tensions make war more likely, a concept now central to global geopolitical debates involving trade wars and technological competition.
"Hatred": K Annamalai Slams DMK, TVK Over Sanatana Dharma Remarks
Chennai, May 14 (IANS) BJP leader K. Annamalai on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the DMK and the TVK over remarks made against Sanatana Dharma, accusing both parties of harbouring hatred towards Hindu beliefs and traditions.
Major police operation targets drug and knife crime
West Midlands Police brings Operation Fearless to Handsworth.
Kiev’s inability to negotiate, $590 billion in frozen assets: Shoigu's statements
The root cause of the current global upheavals is the US’ and its allies' desire to maintain their dominance, the Russian Security Council secretary noted
BRICS to become one of pillars of new balanced world order — Iranian MFA
"Peoples defending their dignity and independence may face significant difficulties, but they will never be defeated," Abbas Araghchi stated
Labour announces trans-inclusive conversion therapy ban in King's Speech Bill
The Government has pledged to bring forward a draft Bill to ban conversion therapy for everyone, including transgender people, after the practice was first promised to be outlawed in 2018
Tommy Robinson-led Unite the Kingdom and pro-Palestine rallies: London routes, timings and restrictions
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