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Starmer's defence spending plan: a strategic shift or a risky gamble?

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled a significant increase in the UK’s defence budget, a move he justifies as essential in navigating what he describes as a "dangerous new era." To fund this, his government will reduce foreign aid spending, a decision that has sparked intense......

UK plans defence spending increase and aid budget cut

The United Kingdom intends to raise its annual defence budget to 2.5% of GDP by 2027, Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced. This move is part of the UK’s strategy to strengthen Europe’s security. In his speech before departing to meet US President Donald Trump in Washington, Starmer shared......

UK government's decision to demolish Grenfell Tower sparks controversy

The UK government has made the decision to demolish Grenfell Tower in London, the site of a deadly fire in 2017 that claimed 72 lives. This decision, confirmed by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner to survivors and the victims' families, has been met with opposition from some relatives who believe......

Saudi Arabia's Ambitious Nuclear Energy Plans

Saudi Arabia is set to begin uranium enrichment and sales as part of a broader strategy to capitalize on its mineral resources, according to the Ministry of Energy. Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman Al Saud shared these plans during a conference in Dhahran, outlining that the kingdom will enrich......

UK Government Increases Humanitarian Aid to Gaza Amid Catastrophic Situation

The UK government has announced an increase of £19 million (approximately €22.8 million) in humanitarian aid for Gaza, where the situation is described as "catastrophic." The announcement was made by Development Minister Anneliese Dodds, who is traveling to Cairo for a conference......

New Era for UK Visa Applications in Morocco: Transition to VFS Global

Morocco is set to enhance its visa application process as VFS Global takes over the provision of UK visa services, replacing TLS Contact under a newly awarded contract. This significant transition, effective October 22, 2024, will allow applicants to schedule appointments with VFS Global for their UK......

Australia's Brave Step: Will a Social Media Ban Safeguard Young Users?

In a move that has sparked debate and divided opinions, Australia's government is taking a stand against unrestricted social media access for minors. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has proposed a ban on social media use for children, aiming to address concerns about the potential harm caused by......

NGOs Caution, UK’s ‘Stop the Boats’ Policy May Heighten Risk of Fatal Dinghy Crashes

In a troubling development along the English Channel, human rights organizations are raising alarms about the unintended consequences of the UK's "stop the boats" policy. This stringent approach, designed to curb illegal Channel crossings, is paradoxically creating more hazardous conditions......