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UK defence minister Healey quits over defence spending

UK Defence Secretary John Healey has resigned, telling Prime Minister Keir Starmer the government's spending plans fall short of what's needed at this time.

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British defence minister John Healey quits over defence spending

British Defence Minister John Healey resigned, citing Prime Minister Keir Starmer's failure to commit necessary resources for national defense. Healey accused the Treasury of unwillingness to fund increased military spending amid rising global threats. The prolonged delay in the Defence Investment Plan has frustrated the defense industry, which faces uncertainty…

The Economic Times

Defence secretary quits over armed forces funding

John Healey accused Sir Keir Starmer of failing to properly fund the Defence Investment Plan (Dip).

Evening Standard

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Could this woman determine who will be Britain’s next prime minister?

Rupert Lowe’s right-wing challenger could tip the balance in Makerfield – and Westminster

The Independent UK

China’s Jingye seeks compensation from UK over British Steel takeover

Sources say firm is asking for more than £1bn in row that could put pressure on two countries’ relationship

The Guardian - UK

The 'King of the North' seeks a path to becoming Britain's next leader in a special election

About 75,000 voters in northwest England are about to make a significant decision

The Independent UK

Who Is Hadi Alodid? Suspect Behind Belfast Attack That Triggered Migrant Home Burnings

A knife attack in Belfast by a Sudanese refugee led to severe injuries and sparked racial tensions, resulting in riots and arson across the city.

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Elon Musk’s X not facing action from UK government over posts inciting violence in Belfast

Any official reprimand will come from regulator Ofcom, but not for at least two months

The Guardian - UK

Keir Starmer aides ‘war-gaming’ leadership contest with Andy Burnham

Prime minister is ‘hellbent’ on fighting any contest, even if his future may be out of his hands, sources say

The Guardian - UK

Violence in N.Ireland is racist thuggery: UK minister

Northern Ireland's ethnic community is living in fear after days of anti-immigrant violence, the province's minister says, as he slams the "appalling" riots.

AAP

Not even a cameo from needy Nige as Tice tries twice to push Reform’s rubbish ideas

Reform leader’s unwillingness to answer questions on £5m ‘donation’ leaves Dicky to serve up not-so-special guests

The Guardian - UK

Farage says Reform ‘unapologetic’ about Robert Kenyon’s past social media use

Mr Kenyon, who is standing against Andy Burnham in the Makerfield by-election, supported an offensive post about Carol Vorderman on X.

Evening Standard

Reform MSP condemned for 'racist rhetoric' after urging more Glasgow 'protests'

REFORM MSP Thomas Kerr has been condemned for using "racist rhetoric" and calling for further anti-immigration protests after far-right…

The National (Scotland)

Keir Starmer clashes with Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice over Belfast riots

Sir Keir Starmer accused Richard Tice and his party of trying to ‘whip up fear and division’ after disorder in north Belfast

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‘Overnight unrest is not welcome’: Belfast knife attack victim’s family urges calm after violent protests

The family of Stephen Ogilvie, the man critically injured in a knife attack in Belfast, has appealed for calm and rejected the violent unrest that erupted across the city in the aftermath of the incident.

International Business Times UK

Elon Musk Heartbreak: SpaceX CEO Accused of Putting Mums and Families in Danger Over Belfast Riot Posts

Elon Musk faces criticism for sharing social media posts linked to anti-immigration unrest in Belfast, which led to violence and displacement. Political leaders urge restraint and highlight social media's role in escalating tensions.

Evening Standard

No 10 rejects reports Sir Keir will tell ministers to quit if they back Burnham

The Financial Times reported that the Prime Minister has taken action to see off any resignations should Mr Burnham return to Parliament.

Evening Standard

Keir Starmer refuses to rule out tax hikes to fund defence spending

The Government’s defence investment plan is due to be published ahead of the Nato summit in Turkey, which begins on July 7.

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The National (Scotland)

Crack down on Twitter/X for 'fuelling hate and violence', Keir Starmer urged

THE UK Government must crack down on social media platforms “fuelling violence and hatred” in the wake of riots across Northern Ireland and…

The Independent UK

Only way to keep British energy prices down is closer ties with Europe, says Starmer’s top negotiator

Top Starmer ally Nick Thomas-Symonds is pursuing a pragmatic approach to resetting the UK’s relationship with the EU 10 years after the referendum

The Independent UK

Rioters condemned as Hadi Alodid appears in court over Belfast stabbing

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said the rioting in Belfast was ‘shocking and completely unacceptable’.

The Times of India

Keir Starmer condemns Belfast anti-immigrant violence after knife attack; says ‘those responsible will feel full force of law’

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday strongly condemned the anti-immigrant violence that erupted across Belfast overnight, calling the scenes "shocking and completely unacceptable" and vowing that those behind the disorder would face the "full force of the law."

The National (Scotland)

Keir Starmer releases statement after Belfast violence

PRIME Minister Keir Starmer has condemned violent scenes that erupted in Belfast following a knife attack.

The Guardian - UK

Stephen Ogilvie’s family appeal for calm on second night of disorder – as it happened

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The Economic Times

Anti-immigrant violence erupts across Belfast after knife attack

Violence erupted in Belfast after a knife attack. Masked individuals targeted homes and vehicles. Families were forced from their houses. Police responded to multiple incidents across Northern Ireland. The attacks followed a viral video of the stabbing. Officials condemned the actions. The suspect faces charges. This incident follows previous anti-immigrant…

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