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Giorgia Meloni criticises Donald Trump, refuting his claims of her begging for a photograph, while expressing disappointment in his treatment of allies.
Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s latest offer, citing dissatisfaction and ‘disjointed’ leadership. He pointedly noted that options include making a deal or escalating military action. As the situation develops, governments are drafting contingency plans to address potential supply chain disruptions.
President Donald Trump has withdrawn 5,000 US troops from Germany amid rising NATO tensions. This decision follows a dispute with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over Iran. European leaders, including Poland’s Donald Tusk, are now urging NATO members to strengthen their alliance.
The US has imposed sanctions on 21 Venezuelan officials for their role in suppressing protests…
A ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon makes much of the news today bringing an end to a year of fighting. The deal, brokered by France and the US, came into effect at 04:00 local time on Wednesday. Thousands of Lebanese civilians have started returning to their homes in the south, but Israel warns it is not yet safe to return to certain areas.
Britain is set to be battered by another storm – Storm Conall, which will bring heavy rain to south-east England and endanger areas already dealing with flooding from Storm Bert. As of Wednesday morning, there were 99 flood warnings in England, including a severe “danger to life” notice for the River Nene in Northamptonshire, as well as four in Wales.
The upcoming assisted dying bill vote makes the UK news – in print and online – as MPs prepare for Friday’s vote. MPs will get their first chance to debate and vote on Kim Leadbeater’s Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill in principle on Friday. Leadbeater said she expected the vote to be “very close”.
Manchester City’s 3-3 draw finds plenty of space in the UK media. It’s now the sixth game without a win – and more concerningly, City led by 3-0 into the second half.
It’s hard to believe she’s only been out of power for three years. While no one…
When Javier Milei became President of Argentina, Cecilia Nicolini lost her job in the Ministry…
The government’s net zero electric car plan features on several front pages this morning after backlash from the car industry. The papers highlight comments from car company Vauxhall which says rules designed to boost EV uptake in the UK have played a role in its decision to close its van factory in Luton.
Other domestic political topics feature on Wednesday’s front pages including Labour’s plans to help people get back to work and free school meals for primary school children.
On the international front, a ceasefire agreed between Israel and Hezbollah has started after more than a year at war.
Bad phone signal hinders our ticket sales, says Fringe chief She warned without greater investment…
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