Emergency visa extension for foreign prison staff
Hundreds of foreign prison officers have been granted a 12-month visa extension to prevent a staffing crisis. The move follows intense lobbying to avert system collapse.
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Gaza Student Reaches UK After Visa U-Turn
Manar al-Houbi reaches the UK with her family after a Foreign Office policy reversal, but the Gaza student evacuation scheme leaves others facing impossible choices. Read the full report.
How Europe Can Regain Middle East Influence After Gaza
Europe's stance on Gaza has shattered its credibility. Analyst Nathalie Tocci argues the path to regaining a constructive role lies not in grand diplomacy, but in focusing on stabilising fragile neighbours: Syria, Lebanon, and Iraq.
Honduras Election: A Win for Taiwan in Latin America
Honduras's election sees both candidates pledging to restore ties with Taiwan, halting China's diplomatic advance in Latin America amid US pressure and unmet Beijing promises. Explore the regional shift.
Mexico urges UN action over Trump's Venezuela blockade
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum calls on the UN to prevent conflict as the US enforces a naval blockade on Venezuelan oil tankers. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
Migration Could Hit 300,000 by 2030, Adviser Says
The UK's net migration is predicted to rise to around 300,000 by the decade's end, says government adviser Prof Brian Bell. Explore the data and political implications.
Trump's Venezuela Post Reveals Three Key Aims
Donald Trump's latest social media post lays bare US ambitions in Venezuela: regime change, oil control, and stopping drug trade. Analysis of the escalating crisis.
Trump's Venezuela Post Reveals Three Key Aims
Donald Trump's social media post on Venezuela explicitly links a massive US naval presence to demands for oil and regime change, moving beyond anti-drug rhetoric. Read the full analysis.
Trump orders total blockade of Venezuelan oil tankers
Donald Trump announces a complete naval blockade on sanctioned Venezuelan oil tankers, intensifying a military campaign against Nicolás Maduro's regime. Read the latest developments.
Trump Expands Travel Ban to 17 Countries
President Trump signs a new proclamation imposing full entry restrictions on nationals from Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan, and Syria. Discover the latest US immigration policy changes.
Zelenskyy 'Not Ready' for US Peace Deal, Says Trump
Donald Trump states Ukraine's president is hesitant to accept a US-authored peace framework as Zelenskyy meets European leaders in London. Read the latest on the stalled negotiations.
Trump Jr. Threatens to Pull US Support for Ukraine
Donald Trump Jr. warns the White House could cut off aid to Ukraine unless it shows 'common sense'. Read the full story on the potential geopolitical shift.
Trump Jr suggests US may end support for Ukraine war
Donald Trump Jr signals potential US policy shift on Ukraine, criticising Zelenskyy and EU sanctions. Explore the implications for future US foreign aid and the ongoing conflict.
Trump Jr: Father may walk away from Ukraine peace process
Donald Trump Jr signals a potential US shift on Ukraine, stating Europe must lead, and confirms Elon Musk is back "100%" in the president's favour. Read the full analysis.
US Support for Honduran President Revealed After Pardon
The controversial pardon of ex-Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernández exposes a decade of US support for his regime, spanning Obama, Trump, and Biden administrations. Explore the full story.
Trump Strategy: Europe Faces 'Civilisational Erasure'
A new US National Security Strategy outlines a dramatic 'America First' foreign policy shift, warning Europe could be 'unrecognisable' due to migration. Read the key details.
Trump's 2025 Ukraine Peace Plan: Ceasefire and Referendum
Details of Donald Trump's proposed peace plan for Ukraine, involving an immediate ceasefire and a referendum in occupied territories. Explore the international reaction and potential impact.
US document echoes far-right 'civilisational erasure' conspiracy
A leaked US strategic document appears to adopt language from far-right conspiracy theories about Europe. Experts warn it signals a dangerous shift in official rhetoric. Read the full analysis.
Penny Wong on Trump, Putin and Foreign Policy Reshaping
Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong discusses a tumultuous year in global affairs, new Ukraine support, and engaging with the Pacific amid an unpredictable world order. Listen to the full podcast.
Overseas Nurse Recruitment to UK Plummets by 50%
New figures show a dramatic 50% fall in foreign nurses joining the UK register, with racism and immigration rules blamed. Experts warn of severe NHS staffing consequences.
Analysis: Fresh Russia Sanctions Seem Futile
As the UK imposes new sanctions, analysis suggests Vladimir Putin remains unmoved and more aggressive than ever. Europe faces a moment of reckoning over Ukraine support. Read the full report.
Macron fears US betrayal of Ukraine in leaked talks
French President Emmanuel Macron reportedly warned European leaders the US could betray Ukraine on territory. Leaked call reveals deep concerns over Washington's peace push and Trump envoy's Moscow visit.
MPs: Protect Children's Rights in Ukraine Peace Talks
Over 130 cross-party MPs urge the Foreign Office to prioritise children's rights in any Ukraine peace settlement. Read their crucial demands for safeguarding the future.
UK Women Stranded in Sri Lanka Cyclone Landslides
Two London women are stranded without food or water in Sri Lanka's tea mountains after Cyclone Ditwah-triggered landslides. Their daughter criticises the UK Foreign Office's lack of evacuation plan. Read more.
Trump's 'Leave Now' Ultimatum to Venezuela's Maduro
Donald Trump's alleged ultimatum to Nicolás Maduro to leave Venezuela or face consequences signals a dangerous escalation in US foreign policy. Analysis suggests military action before Christmas is a real possibility. Read the full report.
Starmer: China Poses Real Security Threat to UK
Prime Minister Keir Starmer warns China presents 'real national security threats' and criticises using Brexit as a foreign policy template. Read his full Guildhall speech analysis.
PM Starmer warns of China security threats to UK
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer warns China poses real security threats but urges a 'sober realist' policy. He also defends his foreign approach as a post-Brexit shift. Read the latest.
Sri Lanka Cyclone: Travel Advice After 400 Deaths
Cyclone Ditwah has killed over 400 in Sri Lanka's worst floods in 20 years. The UK Foreign Office updates travel advice. Here's what British tourists need to know.
Sierra Leone's perspective on the end of USAID
As Trump dismantled USAID, global shock ensued. But in Sierra Leone, it was seen as another betrayal. Explore the complex legacy of foreign aid in Africa.
Trump confirms call with Venezuela's Maduro
Donald Trump reveals he spoke with Nicolás Maduro as the US ramps up pressure on Venezuela. Discover the implications of this diplomatic development.
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