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Intense fighting in Rafah near end, says Netanyahu Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that the “intense phase” of fighting in Rafah, southern Gaza, is nearly over, but emphasised that the war against Hamas is not ending until the group is fully ousted from power. Netanyahu stated that the Israeli military will soon redeploy troops to the Lebanon border, where clashes with Hezbollah are escalating. He rejected the idea of the West Bank-based Palestinian Authority taking over Gaza, advocating instead for ongoing military demilitarisation by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and a civil administration supported by regional countries. Residents in…

One million under flood warnings as heavy rain hits US Midwest Over a million people in the upper US Midwest are under flood warnings following days of heavy rain, with Iowa and South Dakota being the hardest hit. In Iowa, Governor Kim Reynolds declared a state of disaster in 21 counties, describing the floods as “catastrophic.” In South Dakota, one person has died, and Governor Kristi Noem declared a state of emergency, warning of potentially record-breaking levels for the Big Sioux River. Evacuations and water rescues have been widespread, with Rock Valley, Iowa, seeing 4,000 residents displaced and many areas…

Tabloids attack Independent candidates with being Anti Semitic to scupper the chances of Independents winning any seats.

23/06/2024 – UEFA European Championship – (Group Stage – Group A) Venue: Stuttgart Arena Kick-off: 8 pm Where to watch? Live on BBC One – and stream via the iplayer and BBC Sports website. UEFA Euro 2024: Is Scotland vs Hungary on TV? kick-off, team news, predictions & where to watch Scotland and Hungary Clash in Must-Win Euro 2024 Group A Showdown In a high-stakes battle for a spot in the Euro 2024 knockout phase, Group A rivals Scotland and Hungary will face off in Stuttgart on Sunday evening. Both teams are in dire need of a victory to keep…

23/06/2024 – UEFA European Championship – (Group Stage – Group A) Venue: Frankfurt Arena Kick-off: 8 pm Where to watch? Live on BBC Two – and stream via the BBC Sports website. UEFA Euro 2024: Is Switzerland vs Germany on TV? kick-off, team news, predictions & where to watch In a highly anticipated showdown for the top spot in Group A at Euro 2024, hosts Germany will face their neighbours Switzerland in Frankfurt on Sunday evening. Germany, riding high after a victory over Hungary, have secured maximum points so far. Meanwhile, Switzerland, after being held to a draw by Scotland,…

Belgium 2-0 Romania: Kevin De Bruyne inspires Belgium to first Euro 2024 victory Kevin De Bruyne’s masterful performance secured Belgium their first Euro 2024 win in a thrilling match against Romania in Cologne. After an initial setback with a loss to Slovakia, Belgium bounced back with a stellar attacking display, showcasing why they are among the favourites in Germany. In a vibrant atmosphere, Youri Tielemans opened the scoring just 73 seconds into the game, setting the stage for Belgium’s dominant performance. Despite creating numerous chances, luck wasn’t on Romelu Lukaku’s side as he had a goal disallowed by VAR for…

Turkey 0-3 Portugal: Portugal book place in the last 16 after dominant win over Turkey  Portugal secured their spot in the last 16 of Euro 2024 as group winners with a decisive victory over Turkey in Dortmund. Man City’s Bernardo opened the scoring in the first half, slotting the ball past Turkish goalkeeper Altay Bayindir after a deflection from Nuno Mendes’ cross. Portugal’s lead was doubled by an own goal from Turkish defender Samet Akaydin, who mistakenly passed the ball into his own net without checking his surroundings. Despite the energetic support from Turkish fans, who had marched to the…

UEFA Euro 2024 fixtures today Sunday 23/06 – Where to watch, Kick-off and streaming UEFA Euro 2024 fixtures today Sunday 23/06 Live build-up, Kickoff times, where to watch on TV and how to stream on the go. Group A Switzerland vs Germany (20:00)  Live on BBC Two – and stream via the BBC Sports website  Scotland vs Hungary (20:00)  Live on BBC One- and stream via the BBC Sports website

Sunday Papers – ‘Starmer growth plan doomed without EU’ The Sunday newspapers continue to be dominated by the general election with Nigel Farage’s recent claims that the West provoked Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine on several papers. Writing in the Sunday Telegraph, Farage – leader of Reform UK – has responded to the backlash. He says he is not and has never been an “apologist or supporter of Putin”. He goes on to write that he has been warning for 10 years that the West has played into President Vladimir Putin’s hands “giving him an excuse to do what he…

Wayne Rooney fears Gareth Southgate’s decision to confess the decision to deploy Trent Alexander-Arnold in midfield as an ‘experiment’ will come back to haunt the England manager. The Three Lions have one foot in the last 16, but the nature of Thursday’s performance against Denmark has sparked serious concern. After somewhat fortuitously taking the lead through Harry Kane, England retreated into their collective shell, as they had done in their Group C opener against Serbia, and were punished by the impressive Danes. England were, ultimately, happy to escape with a draw that leaves them on four points ahead of their…