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US officials confirmed the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz today, as Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth announced that vessels will soon resume sailing through this crucial waterway. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer emphasised the need for ongoing efforts to ensure lasting peace.
Donald Trump has issued a 48-hour ultimatum to Iran to either strike a deal or reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He warned of severe consequences if no agreement is reached, emphasising that “time is running out” before action will be taken.
Keir Starmer stands firm against US pressure over the Iran conflict, refusing to commit British warships to the Strait of Hormuz. This principled stance has garnered a significant approval boost amid rising tensions. Starmer must maintain this resolve for the upcoming challenges ahead.
The UK is waging a “three-pronged attack” on people smugglers to break their business models – blocking their profits, boat supply and addressing directly would-be asylum seekers.
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< The Baroness, appearing alongside husband Doug Barrowman, admitted lying to the press about links to a PPE firm awarded £200million in Government contracts during the pandemic. Her car crash TV interview with the BBC’s Laura Kuenssberg faced a furious backlash. Former Tory MP Anna Soubry accused the lingerie tycoon of appearing on camera for
She was accused of lobbying Westminster during the pandemic resulting in the company receiving £200 million in taxpayer-funded contracts.
Last month, Defence Secretary Grant Shapps ruled to keep the two helicopters, reportedly at the request of Mr Sunak.
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