Labour candidate 'fell for online conspiracy theory' about Hamas attacks, shadow minister says

Starmer welcomes Poulter to Labour after defection over NHS

Labour leader Keir Starmer has welcomed Dan Poulter to his party, saying his defection speaks for many Tory voters. Mr Poulter, who is also a doctor, said he is unable to provide NHS patients with quality treatment due to the Tory's mismanagement of the health service. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Labour: Chaos within Tories as elections loom

Labour's deputy campaign co-ordinator, Ellie Reeves, has said there is 'chaos and infighting' within the Conservative Party ahead of the local elections this week. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Wes Streeting says Dan Poulter's defection 'speaks volumes'

The shadow health secretary says Dan Poulter's defection to Labour "speaks volumes." Dr Dan Poulter, a former Conservative MP, announced he would be taking the Labour whip until the next election as the Conservative party no longer prioritised the NHS. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

US Blinken urges Hamas to accept Israeli truce proposal

Hamas prepares response to Gaza truce offer

Three key moments from the first debate with lead EU candidates

The lead candidates in the European elections faced off against each other in the first debate of the race, haggling over the Green Deal, the Israel-Hamas war, irregular migration, artificial intelligence and TikTok, among others.

Blinken Urges Hamas to Accept Israel's ‘Extraordinarily Generous’ Truce Offer | Oneindia News

US Secretary of State Blinken urges Hamas to accept Israel's ceasefire proposal swiftly in Riyadh. Hamas is yet to respond to the truce offer, despite it being termed "extraordinarily generous." Britain's Foreign Secretary also backs the proposal, urging Hamas to seize the opportunity. Meanwhile, Israel adjusts its demands regarding hostage release, emphasizing the need for civilian protection amidst escalating tensions in Gaza. #US #AnthonyBlinken #Hamas #Riyadh #IsraelGazawar #HamasTruce #Truceoffer #Hamasnews #Israelwarnews #Worldnews #Oneinda #Oneindia news ~PR.320~ED.101~GR.121~

Blinken to Hamas: Accept Israel's 'extraordinarily generous' Gaza truce proposal | Oneindia

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged Hamas on Monday to promptly accept Israel's recent and notably generous proposal for a Gaza ceasefire to facilitate the release of hostages. This call comes amidst ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Hamas negotiators were anticipated to convene with Qatari and Egyptian mediators in Cairo on Monday to provide a response to Israel's phased truce proposal, which was presented over the weekend. This comes ahead of potential Israeli action targeting the southern border city of Rafah. #IsraelHamasWar #HamasWar #RafahAssault #Blinken #Hamas #Israel #GazaTruce #SaudiArabia #MiddleEast #Diplomacy #Ceasefire #PeaceTalks #InternationalRelations ~HT.97~PR.152~ED.103~

Landfill causes unbearable stink in Greater Manchester

People in Greater Manchester say they're having to keep their children inside because of the stench coming from a nearby landfill. Residents in Bury and Rochdale say the stink is unbearable - and say they're worried fumes could be affecting their health. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

George Galloway promises to ‘make Rochdale great again’

George Galloway says he wants to "make Rochdale great again" after taking his seat in the House of Commons following his by-election victory in the seat. The Workers Party of Britain leader also hits out again Rishi Sunak saying it was not for the "unelected prime minister" to pick who represents the constituency. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

George Galloway takes his seat in House of Commons

Workers Party of Britain MP George Galloway pledges allegiance to the King as he takes his seat in the House of Commons after his by-election victory in Rochdale. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Galloway says ‘I’m feeling good’ as he arrives at Parliament

New MP for Rochdale George Galloway speaks to members of the media as he arrives before being sworn in at the House of Commons. The leader of the Workers Party of Britain tells reporters that he “is feeling good” and that he “loves” the Houses of Parliament, but “the people in it not quite so much”. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Minister: Galloway win shows rotten state of Labour Party

Government minister Bim Afolami says left-wing firebrand George Galloway win at the Rochdale by-election last week “really shows the rotten state of the Labour Party”. The economic secretary to the Treasury also says the prime minister “cares deeply about community cohesion” after Rishi Sunak’s speech which called out “extremist behaviour” on Friday. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

US steps up pressure for 'extraordinarily generous' Gaza ceasefire deal

Bliken was speaking in Saudi Arabia ahead of a visit to Israel this week, in what will be his seventh to the Middle East since the Israel Hamas war started in October.