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European Leaders to Hold Emergency Summit on Ukraine

European leaders are set to convene an emergency summit in Paris to address the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, following recent geopolitical developments that have...

Voices Opposing the Assisted Dying Bill Deserve Respectful Scrutiny, Not Dismissal

In any contentious debate, the way one engages with opponents can reveal a great deal about the principles at play. Are differing viewpoints met...

Powell Engages in Key Meetings at Munich Security Conference 2025

MUNICH – UK National Security Advisor Jonathan Powell held a series of significant meetings at the Munich Security Conference (MSC) 2025, focusing on regional...

US Isolation Threatens Global Democracy, Warns Former UK Prime Minister John Major

Former UK Prime Minister Sir John Major has warned that growing U.S. isolationism poses a serious threat to global democracy and stability. Speaking at...

No Durable Peace in Ukraine Without Europe’s Involvement, Says Minister

A senior European minister has warned that lasting peace in Ukraine cannot be achieved without Europe’s direct involvement in negotiations. The statement comes amid...

Foreign Secretary David Lammy Meets Kurdistan President, Nechirvan Barzani at Munich Security Conference

Foreign Secretary David Lammy held talks with Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference (MSC), marking a significant...

We Can’t Change Our Leader Again: Tories Despair at Badenoch’s Poor PMQs Performances

Growing frustration is brewing within the Conservative Party as Kemi Badenoch’s performances at Prime Minister’s Questions (PMQs) continue to underwhelm, with some Tory MPs...

Transatlantic Tensions Flare at Munich Security Conference

A dramatic rift in U.S.-European relations emerged at the Munich Security Conference as U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance delivered controversial remarks that sparked immediate...

MPs Set for Inflation-Busting Pay Rise as Public Backlash Grows

Members of Parliament are poised to receive a substantial pay increase above the rate of inflation, sparking outrage among Independent readers and the wider...

UK Labour Leader Backs Ukraine’s NATO Bid Despite US Reservations

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has publicly endorsed Ukraine's bid to join NATO, taking a stance that appears to diverge from recent US positions...

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