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Iran regime 'running out of road' warns ex-UK ambassador
Former British ambassador to Iran Peter Westmacott warns that recent anti-government protests demonstrate the regime is 'running out of road' as public discontent reaches boiling point.
20,000 Iranian rebels poised to strike regime strongholds
Exclusive intelligence reveals Iran's main opposition group has mobilised 20,000 fighters along border regions as nationwide protests against the regime intensify. Defence experts warn of escalating conflict.
Iranian man returned to France after second boat crossing
An Iranian man who made his second dangerous small boat crossing of the English Channel has been returned to France under new UK-France returns agreement, raising questions about border policy effectiveness.
Iranian man shot dead after burning Khamenei picture
Shocking footage emerges of Iranian protester being fatally shot after setting fire to picture of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei during anti-regime demonstration.
Cookbook author battles 'Sabzi' trademark dispute
Award-winning food writer Yasmin Khan confronts Bloomsbury deli in trademark dispute over common Persian cooking term 'sabzi' in shocking David vs Goliath legal fight.
UK plans second deportation of Iranian asylum seeker
Exclusive: Home Office plans to remove Iranian national despite previous failed attempt and ongoing legal challenges, raising serious human rights concerns.
Iranian migrant deported after two weeks in UK
Exclusive: An Iranian migrant who arrived in Britain via small boat has been removed from the country after only 14 days, in what officials are calling a rapid deportation success story.
Irish Speaker met FBI-wanted Iranian agent
Ceann Comhairle Seán Ó Fearghaíl faces intense scrutiny after meeting with man wanted by FBI for plotting kidnapping of journalist Masih Alinejad in New York.
Four jailed in Iranian plot to kill US journalist
Four men receive lengthy prison sentences for their roles in a sophisticated Iranian assassination plot targeting prominent activist Masih Alinejad on American soil.
Iranian assassination plot against UK journalists foiled
British security services uncover sophisticated Iranian plot to assassinate two prominent journalists on UK soil, raising serious national security concerns.
Iranian women defy compulsory hijab in street protests
Brave Iranian women are staging public demonstrations against mandatory headscarf laws, dancing unveiled in the streets while the regime intensifies its crackdown on female singers and social media content creators.
Brits to be poorer than Turks and Latvians by 2040s
Groundbreaking economic research reveals Britain is on course to be outperformed by Turkey and Latvia within two decades, with the UK facing its worst relative decline in living standards since records began.
Iranian Director Wins Cannes Top Prize Despite Prison Sentence
Mohammad Rasoulof's Palme d'Or win at Cannes comes amid an eight-year prison sentence and travel ban from Tehran, creating international headlines about artistic freedom and political repression.
Egyptian and Iranian men charged with Brighton beach rape
Three foreign nationals face serious sexual offence charges after a woman was brutally attacked on Brighton beach in late-night horror incident that has shocked the seaside community.
Iran to move capital from Tehran due to water crisis
Iran's president has announced an urgent plan to move the country's capital from Tehran, citing severe water shortages and environmental threats that make the city increasingly uninhabitable.
Israeli air strike hits Iranian officials in Damascus
Explosions rock Syrian capital as alleged Israeli missile attack hits building near Iranian embassy, marking significant escalation in regional tensions.
US deports 120 Iranian nationals in diplomatic move
Iran confirms 120 citizens are being repatriated from US detention in what Tehran calls a 'humanitarian agreement' amid ongoing tensions between the nations.
Iranian migrant removed from France under UK-France deal
An Iranian migrant who reached the UK via small boat has been removed from France under a bilateral agreement, raising questions about Channel crossing policies and Anglo-French cooperation on immigration.
London's inflation crisis defies UK-wide cooling trend
Exclusive analysis reveals London's inflation rate remains significantly higher than the UK national average, creating a severe cost-of-living crisis for the capital's residents despite the Bank of England's efforts.
Iran Bars Jafar Panahi's Film From Oscar Submission
In a stark act of cinematic censorship, Iranian authorities have blocked the submission of acclaimed director Jafar Panahi's 'No Bears' for the Best International Feature Film Oscar, reigniting global debates on artistic freedom and political repression.
Germany Faces Ruin as Welfare State Buckles, Chancellor Warns
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz issues a grave warning that the nation's cherished social market economy is at risk of collapse, citing unsustainable welfare costs and a perfect storm of economic crises.
Labour's wellbeing economic framework fails to deliver
The UK government's flagship wellbeing framework, designed to shift economic focus beyond GDP, has struggled with implementation and impact despite its ambitious goals, according to experts.
Australia Ditches GDP for Holistic Wellbeing Framework
Australia unveils a revolutionary 'Measuring What Matters' report, shifting from pure economic growth to a holistic wellbeing framework that prioritises health, environment, and social equity for a truer measure of national prosperity.
Cornwall's tourist numbers hit lowest point in a decade
Cornwall's coastal communities confront an unexpected crisis as anti-tourist sentiment leads to a dramatic visitor decline, triggering economic hardship and forcing a bitter rethink about the region's dependence on tourism.
Emirates Premium Economy Review: Is The Upgrade Worth It?
Considering an upgrade to Emirates Premium Economy? Our in-depth review breaks down the seats, service, and overall value on the Airbus A380 to help you decide if it's worth the extra cost for your next long-haul flight.
Reeves: Russia's Sanction-Hit Economy is a "Failure"
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a scathing critique of Russia's economic collapse under sanctions, contrasting it with the UK's resilience and outlining Labour's plan for economic security.
Sudan Conflict: RSF Deploys Kamikaze Drones in Darfur
Exclusive report on the devastating use of Iranian-made 'kamikaze drones' by the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan's Darfur region, marking a dangerous new phase in the civil war and threatening a humanitarian catastrophe.
UK Economy Flatlines in July with 0.0% Growth
New official data reveals the UK economy showed zero growth in July 2025, dealing a blow to Chancellor Rachel Reeves's economic strategy and raising fears of a prolonged stagnation.
Billionaire Blasts Trump's 'Risky' Economic Policies
Prominent billionaire and former Trump supporter issues a stark warning, claiming the President's financial strategies are jeopardising the economic security of ordinary Americans and their hard-earned savings.
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