Economy comes first for Starmer as he defies critics of Saudi trip

Keir Starmer sets out plans for new transport system

Sir Keir Starmer slammed the previous government's "empty promises" as he set out his plans for improvements to the North of England rail system. "The last government made so many promises, none of which they followed through on. I'm only making promises where we're putting the money on the table right now," Mr Starmer said. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

PM pledges to fix 'Victorian Era' northern transport system

The Prime Minister has vowed to upgrade struggling rail services between Manchester and Yorkshire as he announced £415 million in transport funding. It comes after delays to the electrification of the TransPennine route upgrade between Manchester and York following the dropping of the Phase 2 HS2 extension. Sir Keir Starmer said he hopes to complete the project by 2030. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer calls for deadline to stop Putin’s ‘games’

Vladimir Putin must be given a deadline to make progress on a Ukraine ceasefire, Sir Keir Starmer said as European allies step up plans to deploy troops and secure a peace deal. The Prime Minister said the Russian president was “playing games” and attempting to drag the Donald Trump-initiated process out to allow his forces time to continue their assaults on Ukraine. Report by Faragt. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Ukraine and Russia agree to Black Sea ceasefire, US says

Ukraine and Russia agree to Black Sea ceasefire, US says The development, which was announced by the White House on Tuesday, came after three days of talks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/03/25/ukraine-and-russia-agree-to-black-sea-ceasefire-us-says Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Russia-Ukraine BREAKING| Russia and Ukraine Agree to Avoid Military Strikes on Vessels in Black Sea

Russia-Ukraine BREAKING | In a major development, Russia and Ukraine have separately agreed to avoid military strikes on vessels in the Black Sea, following talks in Saudi Arabia. Both nations pledged to ensure safe navigation, eliminate the use of force, and prevent commercial vessels from being used for military purposes. However, Ukraine warned that any movement of Russian warships could be met with self-defense actions. This agreement comes amid ongoing Black Sea tensions, with Ukraine previously launching attacks on Russian ships and Russia enforcing blockades. NATO allies remain vigilant as the situation unfolds. #RussiaUkraineBreaking #RussiaUkraineWar #BlackSea #UkraineWar #RussiaUkraineConflict #UkraineRussia #BlackSeaFleet #RussiaBlackSea #UkraineCrisis #RussiaUkraineNews #UkraineWarUpdate #RussiaInvasion #UkraineDefense #MilitaryConflict #Geopolitics Also Read Diplomatic Breakthrough: Russia and Ukraine Commit to Black Sea Maritime Safety :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/diplomatic-breakthrough-russia-and-ukraine-commit-to-black-sea-maritime-safety-4105123.html?ref=DMDesc What Makes Ukraine’s Minerals So Special? A Geologist Explains :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/what-makes-ukraines-minerals-so-special-a-geologist-explains-4092129.html?ref=DMDesc Elon Musk Claims 'Massive Cyberattack' On X Originated From 'Ukraine Area' :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/elon-musk-claims-massive-cyberattack-on-x-originated-from-ukraine-area-4091983.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.152~HT.408~GR.344~

US, Ukraine officials in new Saudi talks, no breakthrough with Russia

Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Offers $24,000 to Young Recruits—Desperation or Strategic Efforts?

Ukraine is ramping up its recruitment efforts, offering young men aged 18-24 a hefty $24,000 incentive to enlist, along with free dental care and the option to leave the country after service. As the Russia-Ukraine war drags on, Western allies are pushing Kiev to bolster its aging forces. Meanwhile, U.S.-Russia talks in Saudi Arabia seek a diplomatic breakthrough, with Moscow warning Kiev over ceasefire violations. Is Ukraine’s recruitment drive a sign of desperation, or a necessary move to sustain the fight? #UkraineWar #MilitaryRecruitment #RussiaUkraine #Zelensky #USRussiaTalks #BlackSeaCrisis #UkraineArmy #Geopolitics #WarNews #MilitaryUpdate Also Read Ukraine Drone Strike Sparks Huge Blast At Russia’s Nuclear Bomber Base | WATCH :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/ukraine-drone-strike-sparks-huge-blast-at-russia-s-nuclear-bomber-base-watch-4100253.html?ref=DMDesc Russia-Ukraine Truce 'Very Much On Track', Says Trump After Phone Call With Zelenskyy :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/russia-ukraine-truce-very-much-on-track-says-trump-after-phone-call-with-zelenskyy-4099481.html?ref=DMDesc India Has A PM Who Can Hug Both Russia-Ukraine Presidents: Shashi Tharoor Praises Modi :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/india-has-a-pm-who-can-hug-both-russia-ukraine-presidents-shashi-tharoor-praises-modi-on-indias-fo-4098675.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.318~ED.102~GR.125~PR.274~

Trump’s Gaza ‘Riviera’ Plan Sparks Massive Arab Summit; Egypt, Gulf Nations To Counter Gaza's Plan

Trump’s Gaza ‘Riviera’ Plan has sparked massive outrage in the Muslim World. U.S. President Donald Trump’s controversial plan to turn Gaza into a Middle Eastern ‘Riviera’ has triggered a major Arab summit in Saudi Arabia. Leaders from Egypt, Jordan, the UAE, Qatar, and other Gulf nations are gathering to discuss a unified response to the proposal, which involves expelling Gaza’s Palestinian population. While Cairo has proposed an alternative reconstruction plan, divisions remain over who should govern Gaza post-war. As regional tensions escalate, the summit is expected to shape the future of Gaza and broader Middle East geopolitics. #TrumpGazaPlan #GazaRiviera #TrumpMiddleEast #GazaCleanOut #TrumpGazaPolicy #ArabSummit #PalestinianCrisis #MiddleEastConflict #GazaCrisis #TrumpIsrael #HamasConflict #GazaWar #TrumpForeignPolicy #IsraelHamasWar #Geopolitics ~HT.318~ED.346~PR.152~GR.124~