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Olly Robbins and Mandelson’s vetting: what did he do, why – and who knew?

Starmer says ministers were in the dark, but friends of former top civil servant suggest it was a case of them looking the other way

The Guardian - UK

No 10 knew Mandelson failed security vetting seven months ago, as revealed by The Independent

The Independent put revelations that Peter Mandelson had failed MI6 vetting for the US ambassador role to Downing Street in September – but a ‘furious’ Sir Keir insists he did not know until this week

The Independent UK

Foreign Office’s top civil servant Olly Robbins forced out over Mandelson vetting row

Keir Starmer understood to have lost confidence in official over decision to override security vetting failure

The Guardian - UK

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Five key questions: who overruled decision to deny Mandelson security clearance?

Ministers and civil servants face scrutiny after revelation Foreign Office overruled vetting procedure for US ambassador appointment

The Guardian - UK

Revealed: Mandelson failed vetting but Foreign Office overruled decision

Guardian investigation uncovers decision by UK security officials to deny clearance before Mandelson took up role as US ambassador

The Guardian - UK

Foreign Office updates travel advice as Brits told to leave African country ‘immediately’

The FCDO advises against all travel to Mali due to unpredictable security conditions. British nationals currently in Mali are urged to leave immediately via commercial flights if safe, avoiding dangerous overland routes. Terrorist group JNIM has established blockades on major routes, including in the capital Bamako, targeting fuel trucks and…

The Independent UK

Global aid plummets – as Germany overtakes US to become biggest donor

IN FOCUS: Data also reveals that the US cut support for Ukraine by more than 90 per cent – while new UK government data reveals that UK aid fell by more than £1bn last year. Nick Ferris reports

The Independent UK

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Who Is Orla Wates? Quick Facts on the British Teen Who Died From A Motorcycle Incident in Vietnam on Gap Year

The tragic death of Orla Wates, a young British woman, in Vietnam highlights the dangers faced by travellers on the country's roads.

International Business Times UK

UK boosts aid for overseas territories as poorest nations face cuts

A number of British Overseas Territories – which collectively have a population of 8,000 people – are set to receive a multi-million increase in UK aid funding this year

The Independent UK

Family pay tribute to British teenager killed in motorcycle crash in Vietnam

Orla Wates, 19, who died after incident on popular Ha Giang loop, described as ‘beautiful, independent and very funny’

The Guardian - UK

British teenager dies in motorbike crash in Vietnam

The Independent UK

British teenager dies after Vietnam motorbike crash

Orla Wates, 19, was travelling in south-east Asia ahead of starting a degree at Durham University.

Evening Standard

More than 1,700 Cape Verde holidaymakers join legal action against Tui after illnesses

At least eight holidaymakers have died following holidays to the islands, claim lawyers

The Independent UK

Would you book flights for June via the Middle East?

TRAVEL QUESTIONS: Simon Calder answers your questions on

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The Independent UK

Is it safe to travel to Japan? Latest advice after magnitude-5 tremor felt near Tokyo

There is no risk of a tsunami following the earthquake

The Independent UK

FCDO issues travel warnings for British nationals amid security concerns

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Evening Standard

Russian allegations of spying against diplomat ‘malicious’ and ‘baseless’ – UK

The British diplomat has been ordered to leave the country within two weeks.

The Independent UK

Up to 70 Britons detained in UAE over Iran attack footage, campaign group warns

Ms Stirling warned that more Brits could be detained as the conflict continues

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International Business Times UK

Up to 70 Brits Possibly Detained in UAE After Sharing Photos of Iran Strikes—Tourists Warned

Up to 70 Britons may have been detained in the UAE after sharing images during Iranian missile attacks, according to a campaign group.

Evening Standard

MPs call for more funding to counter disinformation abroad

Committee chairwoman Emily Thornberry, the Labour MP for Islington South and Finsbury, called organised disinformation the ‘new warfare’.

International Business Times UK

Is It Safe to Travel Outside the UK? Foreign Office Issues Travel Warnings

The UK government has issued urgent travel warnings due to Middle East tensions, causing global flight disruptions. Learn how this affects international travel.

The Independent UK

UK travel firm spends £1m to rescue stranded holidaymakers from Asia

Exclusive: Lancashire company Distant Journeys chartered an Airbus A350 to ferry 400 passengers home from Sri Lanka

The Times of India

‘We feel abandoned’: British couple jailed for 10 years in Iran on spying charges urge PM Starmer to help secure release

A British couple jailed for 10 years in Iran on espionage charges have said they feel “let down, alone and completely frustrated” and have urged Prime Minister Keir Starmer to “step up and help us.”

The Independent UK

British man jailed in Iran says UK government has ‘abandoned him and his wife in a war zone’

Craig and Lindsay Foreman have been sentenced to 10 years in prison on spying charges

Evening Standard

British man jailed in Iran criticises Government for abandonment in war zone

Craig and Lindsay Foreman were previously sentenced to 10 years in prison on spying charges.

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