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Labour's Christmas U-Turn on Farmers' Inheritance Tax

Sir Keir Starmer's government announces a major climbdown, raising the inheritance tax relief for family farms from £1m to £2.5m. The move follows fierce NFU protests and a Tory campaign against the 'family farms tax'.

Inheritance tax threshold for farms raised to £2.5m

Ministers increase the inheritance tax threshold for agricultural assets from £1m to £2.5m following fierce backlash from farmers and rural MPs. The move aims to protect family farms from being broken up.

Merz's Russian asset plan fails, but Germany's pivot continues

Chancellor Friedrich Merz's bold plan to use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine was rejected by the EU. Despite the setback, his drive to position Berlin as a geopolitical hub shows no sign of slowing. Discover the implications for Europe.

Hungary agrees to EU Ukraine loan, won't contribute

Hungary's Viktor Orbán has agreed not to block a major EU loan for Ukraine, securing a deal after intense talks. The move comes as Russia faces new sanctions and cyber-attack accusations. Read the latest developments.

Russia's Naryshkin confirms call with new MI6 chief

Russia's foreign intelligence chief Sergei Naryshkin reveals a 'lengthy' call with MI6's new head, as EU leaders meet to discuss using €190bn in frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine. Analysis suggests Moscow is signalling its own agenda.

EU's £184bn Russian Asset Gamble for Ukraine

As the EU debates using frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine, we examine the high-stakes legal, political, and economic risks of this unprecedented move. A pivotal moment for European solidarity.

EU votes on €210bn Russian assets for Ukraine

EU leaders meet in Brussels to decide on releasing €210bn in frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine's war effort. A crucial test of European unity without US backing. Read the latest analysis.

Putin and Trump React to Ukraine Peace Talks

Vladimir Putin describes Ukraine peace talks as 'difficult', while Donald Trump suggests a deal is possible. EU leaders debate using frozen Russian assets as the path forward remains unclear.

Young NZ Farmers Struggle with Land Ownership

Young farmers in New Zealand face impossible barriers to land ownership despite feeding the nation. Discover the human stories behind the statistics and what's being done.

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