Sunak criticises Starmer over 'bizarre' North Sea oil and gas ban

PM asked if he'd cut pensions or raise taxes to fund NI plan

Rishi Sunak has refused to explain how he intends to fund a £46bn plan to abolish National Insurance – during this week’s Prime Minister’s Questions. Despite being pressed multiple times by Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer, the PM insisted his government has delivered the biggest tax cut since the 1980s. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer accuses PM of 'smearing a working class woman'

Keir Starmer has accused the prime minister of 'smearing a working class woman' as the two clashed during PMQs. The Labour leader accused ‘billionaire’ Rishi Sunak of using schemes for tax evasion while trying to draw attention to Angela Rayner's tax affairs. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Labour leader calls for 'restraint' in Gaza

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has called for "restraint" in Gaza as he praised the action the government took over the weekend to defend Israel. It comes as Iran launched over 300 drones and missiles in an attack on Israel on Saturday night. "We reiterate our call for an immediate ceasefire, for Hamas to release hostages and for the return to a diplomatic process that can rekindle our hope for a two-state solution," Mr Starmer said. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer: Nuclear deterrent is bedrock of defence policy

Sir Keir Starmer has outlined the importance of the UK’s nuclear deterrent in his plan for national security, aiming to increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP. The commitment aligns with Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s, signalling a dramatic shift from the policies of his predecessor, Jeremy Corbyn. Labour hopes to direct UK defence investment to British business, and increase jobs and skills in defence. Report by Covellm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

PM leaves No 10 for first PMQs since Easter recess

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak leaves No 10 and heads to Parliament for the first PMQs since MPs returned from Easter recess. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

PM 'respects' Tory MPs who voted against smoking ban

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says he 'completely respects' MPs who voted against proposals for a phased smoking ban - including 57 of his own Conservative MPs, six of whom are serving Cabinet ministers. The Bill passed its first stage in the Commons on Tuesday, with support from Labour. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

European Nations Sign Pledge to Protect North Sea Infrastructure Against Russian Threats | Oneindia

Witness the historic moment as European nations come together to sign a pledge aimed at safeguarding critical infrastructure in the North Sea. Learn how this collaborative effort enhances security measures and defends against potential threats, ensuring the stability and prosperity of the region for generations to come. #EuropianStates #EuropeanNations #Europe #EuropeanStatesUnite #EuropeanUnity #NorthSea #NorthSeaInfrastructure #RussiaUkraineWar #Russia #VladimirPutin #Oneindia ~HT.99~PR.274~ED.101~

Flynn: Is PM in danger of turning Tories into Nationalists?

The Scottish National Party's Leader at Westminster Stephen Flynn accuses the government of planning to tax Scotland's natural resources to afford a tax cut in England. In response, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says the Scottish Conservatives are "the only party consistently standing up for the North Sea energy industry". Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Dodds: Labour urges PM to de-escalate tension in Middle East

Labour Chair Anneliese Dodds says the party has urged the prime minister to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East, while ensuring there is restraint from Israel. She adds the Labour Party believes the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRCG) should be proscribed in the UK. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Labour calls for further sanctions on Iran after attack

Shadow Foreign Secretary David Lammy has called on the government to impose further sanctions on Iran following it's attack on Israel. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

POLL WRAP EP4: Modi on Rahul's Poverty Blend, Putin's Entry, Kanhaiya vs. Tiwari, and More| Oneindia

In the run-up to India's elections, PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi clash over poverty eradication promises, with Modi mocking Gandhi's proposal as unrealistic. Meanwhile, Congress fields Kanhaiya Kumar against BJP's Manoj Tiwari, sparking a Bihar showdown. Mayawati proposes Western UP as a new state, Putin is likened to Modi, and CM Yogi Adityanath emphasises security issues. Stay tuned for updates at Oneindia News. #LokSabha #Elections2024 #LokSabhaelections2024 #Mayawati #PMModi #RahulGandhi #SharadPawar #ManojTiwari #Politics #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.194~GR.125~

Kyiv Power Stations Strike: Putin's chilling one-word warning after blackout hits 200,000 | Oneindia

Russian President Vladimir Putin said his forces launched an attack that destroyed the largest power-generating plant in the Kyiv region in retaliation for assaults against his own country’s energy sector. Putin insisted that Russia was "obliged" to launch strikes on Ukrainian energy sites. The repeated attacks on civilian power stations have sparked outrage from Ukraine's allies. Speaking to Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, President Putin argued that the attacks were only in response to Kyiv's attacks on Russian targets. #KyivPowerStation #PutinWarning #Blackout #KyivAttack #PowerStationStrike #Ukraine #VladimirPutin #SecurityConcerns #EnergyCrisis #InternationalNews #RussiaUkraineWar ~HT.97~PR.152~ED.194~

Putin says Ukraine energy site strikes aim to 'demilitarise' country