Pressure mounts on Pentagon to release strike video
US Democrats are urging the Pentagon to release footage of a controversial Caribbean strike that killed 11, alleging it was unlawful. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth faces mounting scrutiny.
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Terrorist jailed after illegal UK entry on small boat
Rebwar Hamad, convicted of terrorism in Italy, sentenced to over two years for entering the UK illegally on a small boat. Read the full details of the case and the CPS response.
Pentagon Announces Deadly Boat Strike Amid Scrutiny
US forces kill four in Pacific narcotics strike as lawmakers clash over legality of military tactics. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth faces mounting pressure.
US lawmakers demand inquiry into Caribbean drug boat strike
A Democratic congressman calls footage of a US military strike on survivors 'deeply troubling', as experts allege potential war crimes. Calls grow for transparency and a full investigation.
US 'Second Tap' Drug Boat Strike Sparks Legal Outrage
A second US military strike on a suspected drug boat, killing survivors, has ignited a legal firestorm. Experts question the campaign's legality under international law. Read the full analysis.
Republican lawmakers scrutinise Trump 'drug boat' strikes
Republican lawmakers intensify scrutiny of the Trump administration's controversial military strikes on suspected drug-trafficking boats from Venezuela. Key hearings and classified briefings are set for this week.
Myanmar conflict drives 18% rise in opium farming
The ongoing civil war in Myanmar has triggered an 18% annual increase in opium poppy cultivation, reshaping global narcotics supply chains and funding armed groups. Read the full analysis.
Trump's drug boat strikes face war crime probe and legal complaint
A deadly US strike on a suspected drug vessel triggers bipartisan anger and a war crime investigation. The family of a Colombian victim files the first formal complaint. Explore the escalating fallout.
Trump denies knowledge of second strike on Venezuelan boat
Former President Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth claim they were unaware of a follow-up strike on a suspected Venezuelan drug vessel. Explore the details and implications of this military action.
Colombian family files complaint over US airstrike killing
The parents of a Colombian fisherman killed in a US airstrike have filed a formal human rights complaint. Exclusive details on the first legal challenge to Trump's anti-drug boat bombings.
Admiral to Brief Lawmakers on Boat Strike Scrutiny
A US Navy admiral will brief lawmakers as bipartisan scrutiny grows over a boat strike incident. Get the latest details on the investigation and political fallout.
White House Distances Defence Secretary from Drug Boat Strike
The White House clarifies that a US Navy commander, not Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, ordered a second strike on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat, amid war crime allegations. Read the latest.
Child migrants face mouth searches for SIM cards
Controversial new Home Office powers permit searches inside children's mouths for hidden SIM cards. Critics condemn the move as 'dystopian brutality' that prioritises criminality over dignity.
Trump: 'I wouldn't have wanted' second Caribbean strike
President Trump defends aide Pete Hegseth, denying he ordered a second lethal strike on a Caribbean boat. Get the full details on the controversial report and the White House response.
Secret Memo Reveals True Reason for Trump Boat Strikes
Exclusive: Internal justice department memo shows Trump administration framing Caribbean boat strikes as collective self-defense, contradicting public overdose narrative. Read the full analysis.
$10.3m Meth Found Hidden in Lettuce Shipment
US border officials intercepted 1,153lbs of methamphetamine concealed within a lettuce shipment valued at $10.3m. Discover how drug cartels are evolving smuggling techniques.
Labour MPs revolt against asylum system reforms
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood faces growing rebellion from Labour backbenchers over proposed asylum system reforms. Read about the internal party conflict and policy details.
Man arrested after woman found dead in Cardigan boat yard
A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after the body of 21-year-old Corinna Baker was discovered at a boat yard in Cardigan, Wales. Police are appealing for information.
US kills 3 in latest Pacific drug boat strike
The US military has killed three people in its 21st strike on alleged drug smuggling vessels since early September, raising legal questions from allies and human rights groups.
Mahmood's Asylum Reforms Target Channel Crossings
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces the most significant asylum reforms in a generation, aiming to stop small boat crossings and establish new legal routes. Read the full plan.
Man held over murder of Corinna Baker in Wales
A 29-year-old man is held on suspicion of murder after Corinna Baker, 21, was found dead at a Cardigan boat yard. Police appeal for witnesses.
Corinna Rose, 21, found dead on boat in Cardigan
The body of Corinna Rose, 21, was discovered hidden on a boat in Cardigan, Wales. A 29-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder as police appeal for witnesses.
UK's New Asylum Overhaul: 6 Key Changes
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announces sweeping asylum reforms including temporary status for refugees and new legal routes. Discover the full impact.
I grew up on a boat but craved stability
Eve Stanway spent her childhood sailing the world, but what she truly desired was a permanent home. Her story explores the hidden costs of a nomadic life for children. Discover the full story.
Labour MPs rebel against new immigration policies
Shabana Mahmood unveils sweeping asylum reforms as Downing Street faces Labour rebellion over Denmark-inspired immigration crackdown. Read the full details.
Overloaded migrant boat rescue details revealed
Exclusive logs reveal dramatic rescue of 49 migrants from sinking dinghy in English Channel. New details show children among those rescued in one of last year's largest operations.
UK returns 100+ migrants to France in new scheme
More than 100 migrants have been sent back to France under the UK's 'one in, one out' agreement. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood calls it a 'milestone' in border control efforts. Read the latest developments.
Pete Hegseth charged in Florida drug boat case
Former Fox News personality Pete Hegseth charged with conspiracy to distribute cocaine after dramatic boat interception off Florida coast. Federal prosecutors allege military-style operation.
US vows to treat drug smugglers like Al-Qaeda
In a stark escalation of counter-narcotics operations, US Southern Command confirms lethal strikes against suspected drug traffickers in Caribbean waters, comparing their treatment to notorious terrorist organisations.
US military strike kills three in Caribbean drug operation
A controversial US military operation in international Caribbean waters has resulted in three fatalities after targeting what officials claim was a narcotics smuggling vessel, raising questions about jurisdiction and military protocol.
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