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Security for King Charles is under review following a shooting in Washington, DC. Buckingham Palace will engage in discussions with US counterparts to assess the impact on the upcoming state visit scheduled for April 27-30. The King is being kept fully informed of developments.
UK cabinet minister Darren Jones warns of prolonged price rises, predicting consumers may face increased costs for over eight months after the Iran conflict. The government is preparing for supply chain disruptions, with further measures discussed in a cabinet meeting chaired by Sir Keir Starmer.
Iran has declared the Strait of Hormuz “completely open” for all commercial vessels during the ongoing ceasefire, as announced by foreign minister Seyed Abbas Aragchi. This decision follows the recent easing of tensions and aims to stabilise global energy supplies. Further actions are anticipated.
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Monday’s front pages are dominated by one story: Joe Biden’s announcement he will not seek re-election in November, and backing his vice president Kamala Harris to be the Democratic candidate. The president had been under growing pressure to step aside following a disastrous TV debate performance that had many Americans questioning his age and mental fitness. Despite attempting to mount several comebacks, a few other high-profile gaffes only added to the pressure – which saw high-profile Democrats and Democratic figures call on the president to step aside. Biden will remain in office until the end of his term. The US will head to the polls in November to elect their new president – a race that now looks likely to be Kamala Harris vs Donald Trump. The new president will assume office in January 2025.
Away from US politics, a handful of tabloids report on the Strictly Come Dancing bullying scandal, whilst the back pages are dominated by golf and cricket.
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