Armed Police at Belfast City Hall After Palestine Flag Vote
Armed police were stationed at Belfast City Hall after councillors voted to raise the Palestinian flag, sparking unionist anger and legal threats. Read the latest on this divisive issue.
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Wild Scottish Flag Fact Stuns People Online
People are discovering the wild fact that Scotland's Saltire is considered Europe's oldest flag, dating back to 832 AD. Learn more about this fascinating piece of Scottish heritage.
Palestinian workers stranded in West Bank for 2 years
Palestinian workers from Gaza remain trapped in Nablus stadium refugee camp, unable to reunite with families after 2023 border closure. Read their heartbreaking stories.
Palestinian Flag Raised in Toronto Amid Protests
The Palestinian flag was raised at Toronto City Hall despite significant opposition. Read about the ceremony, the protests, and the political fallout in Canada.
US Flag Down at White House, Sparks Distress Signal Row
Marine One's rotor wash topples a flag at the White House, invoking the US Flag Code's 'dire distress' signal. Discover the incident's details and historical context.
Why Is There Nothing Welsh on the Union Jack?
Discover the story behind the Union Jack's design in a fun kids' quiz. Test your knowledge with questions set by children and learn something new today!
Council removes Australian flags before Australia Day
A controversial decision by Maitland City Council to remove Australian flags from civic buildings before Australia Day has ignited a fierce debate about national identity and council priorities.
Palestinian author freed after 32 years imprisonment
After more than three decades behind bars, Palestinian writer Nasser Abu Srour has been released from Israeli custody, returning to a Gaza transformed by conflict and sharing his remarkable story of literary achievement from prison.
Southgate defends England flag amid controversy
Gareth Southgate addresses the controversy surrounding England's St George's Cross flag, defending its importance while acknowledging modern sensitivities ahead of Euro 2024.
Vick Hope wears Palestinian flag pin at Glamour Awards
BBC Radio 1 presenter Vick Hope sparked conversation at the Glamour Women of the Year Awards by wearing a Palestinian flag pin, just days after addressing her controversial interview with Tim Westwood.
Nottinghamshire Council Demands Flag Reform Over Political Disputes
Nottinghamshire County Council calls for urgent reform of flag-flying rules after political disputes, arguing current regulations create unnecessary division and waste public resources.
Police under fire after Aston Villa flag controversy
Police forces face intense scrutiny after officers forcibly removed Palestinian flags from Aston Villa supporters, prompting accusations of double standards and political bias in law enforcement.
Freed Palestinian prisoners welcomed by crowds in Ramallah
Triumphant celebrations erupt in the West Bank as recently released Palestinian detainees are welcomed home by massive, emotional crowds in Ramallah.
Richard Bacon's Union Jack Comments Spark Fury
Former Blue Peter presenter Richard Bacon faces furious backlash from politicians and public after branding the Union Flag 'a symbol of division' during heated Good Morning Britain discussion about national identity.
Barghouti breaks silence, demands prisoner release from Israeli jail
Exclusive: Imprisoned Palestinian political figure Marwan Barghouti makes rare intervention from Israeli prison, demanding release of Palestinian detainees and calling for national unity during ongoing Gaza hostilities.
West Bank Christians Show Solidarity Amid Gaza Conflict
Christian communities in the occupied West Bank demonstrate remarkable unity with their Muslim neighbours, rejecting political divisions while facing increased tensions and economic hardship.
Saira Khan: England flag flyers are 'saddos'
Former Loose Women star Saira Khan sparks controversy by labelling England flag enthusiasts 'saddos' while defending Gary Neville's stance on national pride in heated social media exchange.
Gary Neville removes Union Flag used 'negatively' at match
Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville explains his decision to remove a Union Flag being used in what he described as a 'negative fashion' during a football match, reigniting discussions about nationalism in sports.
Gaza Poet: 'My Poems Are Part of My Flesh'
Exclusive interview with Palestinian poet Batool Abu Akleen reveals how she continues to write amidst the devastation of Gaza, transforming trauma into powerful verse that bears witness to her people's struggle.
Trump's UK visit used wrong red in American flags
Exclusive investigation reveals the American flags displayed during Donald Trump's controversial state visit to Britain were the wrong shade of red, sparking diplomatic embarrassment and protocol breaches at the highest level.
Police confiscate Union Jack from teenager at protest
Northumbria Police face backlash after confiscating a Union Jack flag from a 16-year-old during counter-demonstration against migrant protests. Civil liberties groups question the legality of the seizure.
Vandals target Olympic hero Adam Peaty's home with flag
British swimming champion Adam Peaty is targeted in a mindless act of vandalism as a St George's flag is plastered across his property, prompting a police investigation.
Starmer faces backlash over Palestinian flag comments
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer sparks outrage by suggesting Palestinian flag displays are provocative during a Rosh Hashanah message, drawing criticism from Jewish groups and MPs.
UK Recognises Palestinian Statehood in Historic Move
In a landmark move that reshapes Middle East policy, the United Kingdom has formally recognised Palestinian statehood. The Palestinian Ambassador to the UK gives an emotional, first reaction, marking a pivotal moment in decades of diplomacy.
Palestinian Flag Raised at London Diplomatic Mission
A historic moment unfolded in central London as the Palestinian flag was officially hoisted above the country's diplomatic mission, marking a significant development in international relations.
France bans Palestinian flag in protest crackdown
President Macron's government has sparked outrage by authorising a ban on the public display of the Palestinian flag, a move critics are calling a severe crackdown on civil liberties and free expression.
Starmer condemns Trump's West Bank policy in Palestinian meeting
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has sharply criticised Donald Trump's Middle East policies during a significant meeting with Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammed Mustafa, positioning Labour as a potential alternative to current UK government stance.
Trump Calls for Arrests Over Flag Burning
Former President Donald Trump has sparked a major constitutional debate by demanding the arrest and potential loss of citizenship for anyone who burns the American flag, directly challenging First Amendment protections.
Tom Brady unretires for Saudi flag football event
In a jaw-dropping move, seven-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady is set to unretire, not for the NFL, but to lead a star-studded flag football event in Saudi Arabia this February, marking a major shift for the Gulf nation's sporting ambitions.
Love Island's Toni Exposes Joey's 'Disrespectful' Texts
Love Island's Toni Laites breaks her silence on the explosive Casa Amor recoupling, revealing the 'disrespectful' texts from Joey Essex that sealed his fate. Get the full, uncensored story.
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