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Hamas says it will not lay down its weapons unless an independent Palestinian state is created with Jerusalem as its capital. The militant group issued the statement following reports that a US envoy had suggested Hamas was open to disarmament. In a strongly worded response, Hamas reaffirmed its position, calling armed resistance a legitimate and legal right while the occupation continues. The statement added this right could only be relinquished […]

Donald Trump says he’s ordered two nuclear submarines to be moved into position following what he described as “highly provocative” comments from former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev. Medvedev, who now sits on Russia’s Security Council, had warned the US to remember Moscow’s Cold War-era nuclear capabilities. Trump wrote online that the submarines were being deployed “just in case” the Russian threat turned out to be more than words. A 76-year-old […]

The most popular baby names in England and Wales for 2024 have been revealed, with some new additions to the top 100. Athena and Yahya appear for the first time. Muhammad remains the most common name for boys, followed by Noah and Oliver. For girls, Olivia holds the top spot again, ahead of Amelia and Lily. The figures were published by the Office for National Statistics and are based on […]

Canada is planning to formally recognise a Palestinian state at the United Nations in September, according to Prime Minister Mark Carney. But the move depends on conditions being met, including a commitment from the Palestinian Authority to reform its governance and to hold elections in 2026 — with Hamas excluded from the process. Carney says he spoke with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas earlier this week. He also criticised Israel, […]

Two men who died after a stabbing at a business in south-east London have been named as a father and son. Terry McMillan, aged 58, was pronounced dead at the scene in Long Lane, Bermondsey, just after 1pm on Monday. His 27-year-old son, Brendan McMillan, died later in hospital. A 31-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in hospital under police guard. His injuries are not […]

The England women’s football team have returned home to a hero’s welcome after their Euro 2025 triumph over Spain. Hundreds of fans gathered outside Southend Airport on Monday, waving flags and cheering as the Lionesses landed just after half past three. Many were dressed in England kits, holding banners to celebrate the team’s historic win. The squad then travelled to a reception at 10 Downing Street, hosted by Deputy Prime […]

At least three people have died after a train derailed in southern Germany. Police say the incident happened near the town of Riedlingen on Sunday evening. Two carriages came off the tracks just after 6 o’clock local time, between Riedlingen and Munderkingen. Around 100 people were on board at the time. Images from the scene show the train lying on its side, with emergency crews on top of the wreckage […]

Bob Geldof has accused the Israeli government of lying about the situation in Gaza, after officials denied responsibility for famine in the region. Appearing on Sunday Morning with Trevor Phillips, the Live Aid founder rejected claims made by Israel's spokesperson David Mencer, who had earlier told Sky News that Hamas was to blame for starvation. Mencer insisted there was "no famine caused by Israel". But Geldof said the evidence of […]

Donald Trump has arrived in Scotland, touching down at Prestwick Airport following his departure from Washington earlier today. The US president begins a four-day visit to the UK, and was met by a waiting convoy of vehicles as Air Force One came to a stop on the tarmac. The visit will include meetings with political leaders and time at his family’s golf resorts. Security is tight, with a significant police […]