Britain’s Election: The Gaza Connection – OpEd

Rishi Sunak offers friendly ‘advice’ to Labour MPs

Conservative leader Rishi Sunak says he is wondering if he can be considered an "elder statesman" at the age of 44, as he responds to the King's Speech. The former prime minister, offering advice to MPs tipped with a bright future, jokes in the Commons: "On the Government benches life comes at you fast”. Mr Sunak goes on: "And before you know it you have a bright future behind you and you're left wondering whether you can credibly be an elder statesman at the age of 44." Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Conservatives: Labour will rip up green belt protections

Former minister Chris Philp praises Conservatives for their record on housing and urges the Labour government to build new houses ''the right way''. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Rishi Sunak pays tribute to the King in House of Commons

Former prime minister Rishi Sunak pays tribute to King Charles, calling him “a true model of public service”, as he begins his response to the King’s Speech in the House of Commons. The Conservative Party leader also pays tribute to former Labour MP Tony Lloyd, who died this year. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

UK Labour Party sets out plan for 'national renewal' at State Opening of Parliament

In the introduction to the speech, Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged patience, warning against “the snake oil charm of populism.”

Zelenskyy to address the UK cabinet as Ukraine looks for more weapons

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy wants to finalise a weapons financing treaty with Prime Minister Keir Starmer as Ukraine looks for more arms.

Starmer lays out plans to tackle illegal immigration

The UK prime minister has not ruled out processing asylum claims offshore.

Corbyn holds onto Islington North as an independent

Jeremy Corbyn has held on to the seat of Islington North in the 2024 General Election. Mr Corbyn, a former Labour Party leader, has been MP of the constituency since 1983. This is the first time he has won the seat as an independent candidate. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Corbyn offers support to Diane Abbot amid race row

Jeremy Corbyn suggests Sir Keir Starmer is trying to "purge" the left wing of the Labour Party as he offers his support to Diane Abbott amid the uncertainty over her general election campaign. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Jeremy Corbyn to stand as independent in Islington North at general election

Jeremy Corbyn has confirmed that he will stand as an independent candidate in this year’s general election. The former Labour leader will contest the Islington North seat, which he has held since 1983, on July 4th. The decision means that Mr Corbyn has been expelled from the Labour Party, which he joined 50 years ago. Announcing the news to the Islington Tribune, he vowed to be a “voice for equality, democracy and peace”. Report by Bangurak. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Keir Starmer reacts to Jeremy Corbyn standing as independent

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has reacted to the news Jeremy Corbyn will stand as an independentin the upcoming general election, saying: "Jeremy Corbyn will make his own decisions. We will have an excellent Labour candidate in Islington North as we have excellent Labour candidates throughout the country." Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Crowded cemeteries raise tensions between CAR's Muslims and Christians

‘Don’t Even Dare’: Turkish President Erdogan Warns Israel Against Attacking Lebanon, Extends Support

Turkish President Erdogan warns of Israel's potential plans to expand conflict into Lebanon, accusing Western powers of supporting Israel behind the scenes. He criticizes Netanyahu and calls for Muslim countries to show more solidarity with Lebanon. These remarks have sparked tension between Turkey and Israel, with Israeli officials accusing Erdogan of supporting Hezbollah. The ongoing conflict has severely damaged Turkey-Israel relations, with Erdogan positioning Turkey as a strong advocate for Palestinian rights and critic of Israel's actions. #IsraelLebanonlive #Lebanon #IsraelHezbollah #Netanyahu #Erdogan #TurkeyIsraelLive #IsraelHezbollahLive #Gazawarlive #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~PR.320~ED.101~

MMA Fighter Mastermind Behind Bloodbath In Russia's Dagestan; Shocking Details Of Terrorists

Authorities in Russia's Dagestan region have identified several individuals with significant backgrounds among those responsible for Sunday’s deadly attacks on places of worship in Derbent and Makhachkala, resulting in at least 20 fatalities. The assailants included a former mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter and relatives of a regional official, according to reports from the Russian state news agency, TASS. Five attackers involved in the violence were identified by law enforcement sources on Monday. The coordinated attacks targeted multiple places of worship and included a violent confrontation at a police traffic stop in these cities within the Muslim-majority republic. The tragic events resulted in the deaths of 15 police officers and four civilians, including an Orthodox priest. #RussiaDagestanAttack #MMAFighter #MagomedOmarov #AssailantsIdentified #TerrorismInDagestan #RussianSecurityForces #DagestanViolence #OrthodoxChurchAttack #JewishSynagogueFire #RussianInvestigation #CounterterrorismOperation #DagestanMourning #SecurityFootage #RussianPoliceAction #RegionalUnrest ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.103~GR.124~

Starmer pays tribute to fallen MPs at King’s Speech debate

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer repeats US President Joe Biden's words and calls for the temperature of democracy to be lowered as he pays tribute to late MPs Jo Cox and Sir David Amess. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

PM warns ‘snake oil charm of populism' is ‘dead end’ for UK

Speaking at the King’s Speech debate in the House of Commons, Sir Keir Starmer warns that the "snake oil charm of populism" is a "dead end" for the UK. The prime minister tells MPs that the new government will deliver “national renewal” ending politics “as noisy performance”. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Polio virus found in Gaza as soaring temperatures threaten drought

Jess Phillips jeered during acceptance speech

Jess Phillips has retained the seat of Birmingham Yardley, fending off a strong challenge from Jody McIntyre, the candidate for George Galloway’s Workers Party of Britain. The Labour MP struggled to deliver her acceptance speech as Workers Party supporters chanted as she spoke. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Labour unveils ‘Rishi’s Mega Mortgages’ estate agents

Jonathan Ashworth and Ellie Reeves have unveiled “Rishi’s Mega Mortgages” estate agents, with the tagline “Every deal will make you worse off!” Speaking at a campaign visit in Croydon, Mr Ashworth said: “We know with five more years of the Tories means five more years of paying more on your mortgages.” Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Ashworth: Labour is working hard to win trust of the public

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

Jonathan Ashworth reacts to TV debate polling results

Jonathan Ashworth said the "only poll that matters is on election day" after a YouGov snap poll revealed Rishi Sunak had a narrow lead over Sir Keir Starmer. The poll showed 51% thought Sunak performed better, compared to 49% for his Labour Party rival Keir Starmer. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn