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UK Poised for Historic Palestine Statehood Recognition

The UK Government is reportedly preparing to formally recognise Palestinian statehood in a major diplomatic shift. This move aims to break the political deadlock and could come much sooner than expected, reshaping Britain's role in the Middle East peace p

Woman charged after pro-Palestine protest at arms factory

Hannah Thomas, 23, was arrested during a pro-Palestine demonstration outside a London arms factory. Police confirm she was charged with assaulting an emergency worker. The protest group, Palestine Action, claims the site supplies components to Israel.

UK Formally Recognises Palestinian State

The United Kingdom has officially recognised Palestine as a sovereign state, marking a dramatic shift in foreign policy. The move, announced by Foreign Secretary David Lammy, comes amid ongoing Gaza ceasefire negotiations and international pressure.

Trump's Gaza Student Visa Ban Sparks Outrage

Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump announces a sweeping ban on student visas for applicants from Gaza, a move critics are calling discriminatory and a severe blow to academic freedom.

UK Recognises Palestine in Historic Diplomatic Shift

Exclusive analysis of Britain's historic shift in Middle East policy, examining the political ramifications, international reactions, and what it means for the future of Israeli-Palestinian relations.

Melbourne Protest Policing Costs Soar Past $25 Million

Exclusive figures reveal the staggering $25.6 million price tag for policing months of pro-Palestinian demonstrations in Melbourne, as Victoria Police deploys thousands of officers and overtime surges.

UK Plans Formal Recognition of Palestinian State

The UK government is reportedly preparing to formally recognise Palestine as a state, a significant diplomatic move that would mark a major departure from its traditional stance and align with a broader European initiative.

Legal Threat to Lammy Over Gaza Arms Policy

Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under intense scrutiny as a new legal opinion suggests he could be held personally liable for his policy on Gaza, testing the boundaries of ministerial responsibility.

UK Palestine state recognition plan sparks 'reward for Hamas' fury

A major political storm has erupted as senior government figures warn that Britain's consideration of recognising a Palestinian state would be a 'reward for Hamas' and their brutal October 7th attacks, undermining Israel's security and the wider peace pro

Sawalha & Colman back Palestine in celeb-led open letter

Actresses Julia Sawalha and Olivia Colman join Susan Sarandon and Mark Ruffalo in signing a powerful open letter from Artists for Palestine UK, calling for an immediate ceasefire and condemning the violence in Gaza.

Thunberg: Starmer Has Legal Duty to Stop Gaza Genocide

Climate activist Greta Thunberg has publicly called on UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to fulfil his 'legal duty' and take immediate action to stop the violence in Gaza, which she labels a genocide. The intervention adds to mounting pressure on the UK gove

Met Police condemned for 'aggressive' protest arrests

The Metropolitan Police faces intense scrutiny after officers were filmed making controversial arrests during a Westminster pro-Palestine demonstration, raising serious concerns over protest policing and freedom of speech.

Met Police Arrest 12 in Pro-Palestine Group Crackdown

Scotland Yard has arrested a dozen individuals across London in a major operation targeting supporters of a pro-Palestine group recently outlawed by the Home Secretary. The arrests signal a firm stance on enforcing the new ban.

Republicans Draft Censure of Rashida Tlaib Over Speech

GOP lawmakers are drafting a formal censure resolution against Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib, accusing her of promoting antisemitic rhetoric in her recent speech on the Palestinian cause, sparking a fierce partisan row in the House.

Swinney Condemns Israel in Major Diplomatic Breach

Scottish First Minister John Swinney accuses Israel of 'unacceptable' oppression of Palestinians, marking a significant foreign policy divergence from the UK government and drawing sharp criticism from Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross.

Major London Protest Over Palestine Group Ban

Hundreds of activists from Palestine Action clashed with police in a major London protest against the banning of their group. The demonstration, held outside the Home Office, saw arrests as tensions flared over the government's controversial decision.

Swinney Condemns UK Government Over Gaza Stance

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney launches a scathing critique of the UK's position on Gaza, calling for an immediate ceasefire and accusing Westminster of failing international law.

Why Hope for Palestine is a Political Necessity

Amidst ongoing conflict, a powerful Guardian piece argues that public engagement, not hopelessness, remains critical for Palestinian justice. Discover how collective action can influence policy and uphold moral conscience.

UK, France, Belgium consider recognising Palestine

In a significant diplomatic move, the leaders of Belgium, the UK, and France are actively considering the formal recognition of a Palestinian state, signalling a potential watershed moment in Middle East policy and increasing pressure on Israel.

Senator Payman's fiery Gaza speech condemns Albanese government

Labor Senator Fatima Payman delivers a powerful rebuke to Anthony Albanese's government, accusing it of abandoning moral principles in its response to the Gaza conflict. The speech highlights deep internal divisions and a growing rebellion over foreign po

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