Russia’s ruling party backs Putin’s re-election bid
Mr Putin is eligible to seek two more six-year terms after his current term expires next year, potentially allowing him to remain in power until 2036.
World News|Dec 17, 2023
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Russia and Ukraine launch drone attacks targeting air base and Black Sea coast
A Ukrainian civilian was killed when drone debris slammed into his house near the Black Sea port of Odesa.
World News|Dec 17, 2023
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Russia and Ukraine exchange drone attacks after EU funding is blocked
Both sides reported shooting down dozens of attacking drones as Hungary vetoed the EU’s planned cash boost for Ukraine.
World News|Dec 16, 2023
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No 10 defends independent Covid inquiry as costs reportedly set to rise to £145m
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s official spokesman said the inquiry is carrying out ‘important work’.
UK News|Dec 14, 2023
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‘Not long to wait’ for transgender guidance for schools, Hinds says
The guidance for consultation had originally been promised by the summer.
UK News|Dec 14, 2023
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Mark Harper: Government will not ‘throw more money at train drivers’
The Transport Secretary said ‘there is an offer on the table’.
UK News|Dec 13, 2023
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More than 50 injured in overnight Russian missile attack on Ukrainian capital
Ukraine’s air force said Russia launched 10 ballistic missiles toward the capital and all were intercepted by air defences.
World News|Dec 13, 2023
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Zelensky heads to Argentina for swearing-in of new president
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has welcomed support from new Argentinian leader Javier Milei.
World News|Dec 10, 2023
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Sir Keir Starmer confronted by pro-Palestine activists in Glasgow
The Labour leader was accused of ‘facilitating genocide’ by voting against a ceasefire in Gaza.
UK News|Dec 7, 2023
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Russian schoolgirl shoots several classmates before killing herself
Video shared by RIA Novosti showed children cowered in a classroom behind a door barricaded with upended desks and chairs during the attack.
World News|Dec 7, 2023
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Sunak calls emergency press conference amid Rwanda policy crisis
The Prime Minister suffered the blow of the resignation of his immigration minister while former home secretary Suella Braverman snipes at his policy.
UK News|Dec 7, 2023
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Sunak’s Rwanda policy ‘won’t work’, Braverman says
The former home secretary warned the Prime Minister the ‘time for talk’ on stopping the boats is over.
UK News|Dec 7, 2023
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What challenges could Samir Shah face as BBC chairman?
The chairman’s role includes leading discussions with the Government and making sure the corporation fulfils its mission to audiences.
UK News|Dec 6, 2023
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NHS leaders raise ‘extreme concerns’ over junior doctor strikes
Junior doctors have been offered a 3% rise on top of the average 8.8% increase they were given in the summer.
UK News|Dec 6, 2023
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Ignoring international rules on Rwanda could delay flights, PM reportedly told
The Prime Minister has reportedly been handed legal advice suggesting that ignoring human rights treaties could delay deportation flights further.
UK News|Nov 28, 2023
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