Labour warns MPs against attending protests and gives warning on party flags
Saturday, 14 October 2023 Labour has been accused of "shutting down any solidarity" with Palestinians after its elected representatives were given "strong advice" to stay away from protests this weekend.
Rochdale’s new MP Paul Waugh is heckled during his speech as Labour take back the constituency from George Galloway. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Energy Secretary Claire Coutinho has responded to warnings of a Labour supermajority in the general election. "The worry is if you end up with this Labour supermajority as some people are saying there will be, they'll ram through changes whether it's votes at 16, the levels of taxes they want to bring forward and pensions they want to raise," Ms Coutinho said. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Shadow Paymaster General Jonathan Ashworth says Labour is working to win the trust of the public, and will bring 'good, well paid jobs' across the country. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan voiced strong objections following a tense exchange with Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar. Bachchan criticised the tone used by the Chair, asserting that MPs should not be treated like "school children," especially senior members of Parliament. She expressed particular frustration over the Chairman's decision to cut off the microphone when the Leader of the Opposition attempted to speak, calling it an undemocratic act. Bachchan further condemned the use of what she described as "unparliamentary language," recounting how Dhankhar dismissed her stature as a celebrity, stating, "You may be a celebrity, I do not care." In response, Bachchan emphasised her long-standing experience as a parliamentarian, noting that she was now serving her fifth term. Deeply offended by the conduct in the House, she demanded an apology, arguing that the current discourse in Parliament had reached an unprecedented low.
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Bachchan accused Dhankhar of talking to her in an 'unacceptable tone', drawing protests from the Opposition MPs before they walked out of the Upper House. DNA
In a dramatic session of the Rajya Sabha on Friday, Vice President and Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar found himself in a heated exchange with Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan amid widespread commotion in the Upper House. The uproar, which saw opposition MPs clashing with the Chairman, escalated when Dhankhar accused the opposition members of disrespecting the Constitution and democracy. Amid the tension, Dhankhar addressed Jaya Bachchan, calling her by her full name, Jaya Amitabh Bachchan, and urged her to speak, further intensifying the charged atmosphere of the session.
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Human rights activists have called on the EU to clamp down on Bulgaria after MPs voted through an amendment to ban the promotion of LGBTQ+ "propaganda" in schools.
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In a heated Lok Sabha session, Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju made headlines with his controversial remarks on the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024. Rijiju defended the bill, now titled 'UMEED,' and addressed concerns about associating MPs with any religion. He challenged the notion of changing an MP's religion to fit the Waqf board's criteria. Rijiju also called for a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) to thoroughly review the bill. Watch the full debate and understand the implications of these statements on India's legislative landscape.
#WaqfBill2024 #KirenRijiju #LokSabhaDebate #UMEEDAct #ParliamentaryDebate #JointParliamentaryCommittee #IndiaPolitics #ControversialStatements #LegislativeAffairs #MinorityAffairs
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In a shocking revelation, the Israeli Ministry of Military Affairs reports that over 10,000 Israeli forces have been affected by trauma in the ongoing Gaza conflict. The report highlights severe physical injuries, with 37% of troops suffering from limb trauma and 35% diagnosed with PTSD. Since the war began on October 7 last year, more than 300 Israeli forces have died. This escalation, which began as a response to the al-Aqsa Storm operation by Gaza’s resistance groups, has led to nearly 40,000 Palestinian deaths, predominantly women and children. As Israeli authorities release casualty figures sparingly, questions arise about whether the true cost of the war is being hidden. Hamas demands a ceasefire and the return of captives, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows to continue until Hamas is eliminated—a goal deemed impossible by many. Explore the impact of this ongoing conflict and the controversy surrounding the reporting of casualties.
#GazaWar #IsraeliMilitary #TraumaReport #PTSD #WarCasualties #IsraelVsGaza #MilitaryImpact #Hamas #ConflictReport #MiddleEastCrisis #HumanCost #UnderreportedCasualties
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In a pivotal meeting in Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas discussed Russia’s role in addressing the ongoing Gaza conflict. This significant encounter, the first of its kind since 2021, highlights Russia's strategic interest in mediating between Israel and Palestine. Putin reiterated his support for Palestinian statehood as a pathway to lasting peace in the region, expressing profound concern over civilian casualties in Gaza. His statements come amid heightened tensions and regional instability, with Russia positioning itself as a potential mediator in the conflict.
#Putin #MahmoudAbbas #PutinMahmoudAbbasMeet #PutinMeetsMahmoudAbbas #IsmailHaniyeh #MoscowMeeting #GazaConflict #MiddleEastPeace #PalestinianStatehood #RussiaDiplomacy #InternationalMediation #MiddleEastPolitics #PeaceProcess #PutinAbbasMeeting #GazaCrisis #RussiaRole #GlobalPolitics #ConflictResolution
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In a significant escalation of hostilities, US and UK coalition forces carried out an airstrike on Kamaran Island in Yemen's Hodeidah Governorate on Monday, according to Al Mayadeen’s correspondent in Yemen. This latest aggression comes as part of a broader campaign aimed at curbing Yemeni support for the Palestinian cause amidst the ongoing Al-Aqsa Flood battle. The airstrike on Kamaran Island, strategically located in the Red Sea, is the latest in a series of attacks targeting Yemeni territory. These assaults have led to numerous casualties, yet they have not deterred the Yemeni Armed Forces from continuing their operations against Israeli positions in the occupied Palestinian territories. The Yemeni forces have also established a formidable deterrent presence at sea, targeting vessels en route to occupied ports, further intensifying the conflict.
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Hezbollah has unleashed a massive rocket attack on an Israeli military position in the northern occupied territories, targeting the newly established headquarters of the 146th Division. The assault is a direct response to Israel’s ongoing strikes on civilian areas in southern Lebanon and is also intended to show support for Palestinians in Gaza. With Israel’s Iron Dome failing to intercept most of the missiles, the attack has sparked a major fire in Galilee and intensified the conflict. Hezbollah’s Secretary General, Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, has vowed to defend Lebanon and avenge recent assassinations of key figures. Watch to see how this escalation might affect the region.
#Hezbollah #Israel #RocketAttack #IronDomeFail #LebanonConflict #MiddleEastCrisis #GazaSupport #RegionalEscalation #SayyedHassanNasrallah
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Israeli television has broadcast disturbing CCTV footage that allegedly shows Israel Defense Forces (IDF) soldiers sexually abusing a Palestinian detainee at the Sde Teiman detention facility in the Negev region. The video, which has sparked widespread outrage, shows dozens of prisoners lying face down with their hands on their heads, while one prisoner is led away to a secluded corner where the alleged abuse takes place. The footage reveals three soldiers using shields to obscure their actions from view, while a military dog on a lead barks fiercely just a metre away from the detainee. The incident, which reportedly occurred in July, has drawn severe criticism from international bodies and governments.
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Labour's Darren Jones insists that Keir Starmer’s planned meeting with Labour’s Muslim MPs is a “routine” event, as the party leader continues efforts to allay the backlash over his position on..
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