Netanyahu says Gaza ceasefire plan phase one nearly done
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu states the first phase of a Gaza ceasefire plan is almost finished, as diplomatic efforts intensify. Read the latest developments on the potential truce.
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Marwan Barghouti: The Palestinian Leader in Israeli Jail
As calls grow for his release, jailed leader Marwan Barghouti is seen as vital for Palestinian unity and a two-state solution. Could he be the key to peace?
Syria accuses Israel of fighting 'ghosts' and breaking pact
Syria's interim president warns Israel's actions risk dangerous escalation, citing over 1,000 airstrikes and breaches of a 50-year disengagement deal. Read the full analysis.
UK Must Strategically Invest in Defence AI to Compete
The Autumn Budget pledges £1.5bn and 2.6% GDP for defence, but experts warn AI and autonomy need sustained focus, not just cash, to secure Britain's future. Read the analysis.
Four arrested in East Sussex terror investigation
Three men and a woman have been detained in Eastbourne and Brighton by counter-terrorism police. Discover the latest on this planned operation.
UK announces £2.4bn defence boost for new tech and submarines
The UK government unveils a major £2.4 billion defence investment, funding new submarines, AI, and drones to counter global threats. Read the full strategy.
UK 'unprepared for war', ex-defence secretaries warn
Sky News podcast reveals decades of hollowed-out UK defences. Former ministers admit military is short of troops, ammo and medics. Discover the full story.
Budget 2025: Middle-Income Earners Pushed to Breaking Point
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Budget is pushing skilled professionals like 'Nick, 30' to leave the UK. With stealth taxes and soaring costs, is Britain losing its future?
Australia tracks Chinese navy, announces defence overhaul
Australia monitors a Chinese naval flotilla near its waters while launching a major reform of defence project delivery. Get the latest on national security and government restructuring.
Australia announces major defence bureaucracy overhaul
Australia launches biggest defence restructuring since 1970s amid Chinese naval activity tracking. New agency aims to fix budget and timeline overruns.
Pope Leo Calls for Peace in Lebanon Speech
Pope Leo XIV addresses Lebanese leaders, urging peace as highest priority. Read his powerful message about resilience and regional stability in our exclusive coverage.
Middle Eight Hotel: Luxury Covent Garden Stay Under £300
Discover Middle Eight, a stylish five-star hotel in Covent Garden offering luxury stays from £200. Read our review of its music-themed design, prime location, and exceptional value.
Squeezed Middle Class Threatens Labour's Support
Middle-income families face growing financial pressure as tax freezes and economic uncertainty create voter anxiety. Could this be Labour's undoing?
Gaza death toll exceeds 70,000 amid ongoing strikes
Palestinian health ministry reports death toll surpasses 70,000 in Gaza conflict. Two children killed in recent strikes as ceasefire violations continue. Read the latest developments.
Pope Leo begins Turkey visit with peace message
Pope Leo has landed in Ankara for his first foreign trip since becoming pontiff, focusing on Ukraine peace efforts and Middle East tensions. Follow his three-day itinerary.
Labour tax pledge costs millions of workers
A new report reveals how sticking to Labour's manifesto tax promise has financially hurt low and middle earners. Discover the full analysis and what it means for future budgets.
Military chiefs in crisis meeting over defence funding
Britain's top military leaders held tense discussions amid concerns defence review ambitions cannot be met without additional funding. Read the full analysis.
42 UK cities unaffordable for middle class
A new report reveals 42 of 47 UK cities are now unaffordable for lower-middle-income households, highlighting a severe housing crisis with London and Oxford worst hit. Discover the full impact.
Army's Ajax vehicle injures troops again
The British Army's £10m Ajax fighting vehicle has caused fresh injuries to 31 soldiers, raising serious questions about safety and accountability in the £5.5bn programme.
Gaza ceasefire talks continue amid remains exchange
Israel and Hamas begin next phase of ceasefire negotiations as remains exchange continues. Turkish, Qatari and Egyptian officials discuss Gaza stabilisation force and reconstruction.
Hundreds of Israeli soldiers raid West Bank town Tubas
Israeli armoured vehicles and hundreds of soldiers conduct largest West Bank military operation since Gaza ceasefire. Curfew imposed and families displaced in ongoing raid.
Zipora Whyman's life of food, flowers and family
Remembering Zipora Whyman, whose life wove together Middle Eastern culinary traditions, exquisite floral art, and a journey from Israeli kibbutzim to Manchester.
Army Pauses Ajax Use After Soldiers Fall Ill
The British Army halts Ajax armoured vehicle training for two weeks after around 30 personnel reported noise and vibration symptoms. Safety investigation underway.
Israeli strike in Beirut kills five, escalates tensions
Israeli airstrike in Beirut kills five, wounds 28, dramatically escalating regional tensions. Analysis of Lebanon and Hezbollah responses to ongoing conflict.
Workwear: The Secret to Stylish Middle Age for Men
Discover why durable workwear from brands like Carhartt is helping men age stylishly without worrying about waistlines. Explore the modern appeal of these classic garments.
Iran's diplomatic shift meets internal repression
Iran attempts soft-power transformation while cracking down domestically. Can Tehran's charm offensive overcome regional suspicions and internal divisions? Analysis of Iran's strategic dilemma.
Israel kills Hezbollah chief in Beirut airstrike
Israeli forces eliminate Hezbollah's military leader Haytham Ali Tabtabai in Beirut strike days before Pope Leo's Lebanon visit. Five killed in escalation.
Israel Strikes Hezbollah Chief in Beirut Suburb
Israeli forces target Hezbollah chief of staff in Beirut suburb strike. Latest escalation in cross-border conflict raises regional tensions. Read full analysis.
Israel targets Hezbollah chief in Beirut strike
Israeli strike targets Hezbollah's chief of staff in Beirut, escalating Middle East tensions. Read the latest developments and analysis.
Israeli Airstrike Hits Beirut, Targets Hezbollah
An Israeli airstrike has hit Beirut for the first time since June, targeting Hezbollah's chief of staff. The strike comes days before a scheduled papal visit to Lebanon. Read the latest developments.
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