Former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has insisted she is "absolutely certain" Scotland will become independent within her lifetime. But her predecessor, Alex Salmond, has told Channel Four News she has "wasted" political opportunities. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
More people attend top-flight football matches in Scotland than any other country in Europe as a proportion of population, according to a Uefa report. BBC Sport
In a dramatic diplomatic development, Palestine's Ambassador in Moscow, Abdel Hafeez Nofal, revealed that Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has been invited to the upcoming BRICS summit in October 2024. Russian President Vladimir Putin has promised a dedicated session for Palestinian issues in Kazan, reflecting a strong partnership with Abbas. This move comes amidst ongoing Israeli resistance to Palestinian statehood and international disputes. Discover the implications of this invitation and how BRICS nations are positioning themselves in the global arena.
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In a pivotal meeting in Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas discussed Russia’s role in addressing the ongoing Gaza conflict. This significant encounter, the first of its kind since 2021, highlights Russia's strategic interest in mediating between Israel and Palestine. Putin reiterated his support for Palestinian statehood as a pathway to lasting peace in the region, expressing profound concern over civilian casualties in Gaza. His statements come amid heightened tensions and regional instability, with Russia positioning itself as a potential mediator in the conflict.
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Discover the life and career of Ismail Haniyeh, the prominent Hamas leader who rose from the Al-Shati refugee camp in Gaza to become a key figure in Palestinian politics. This video explores Haniyeh’s early life, his education at the Islamic University of Gaza, and his rise through the ranks of Hamas. Learn about his significant political achievements, including leading Hamas to electoral victory in 2006 and his role as Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority. We also cover his tenure as Chief of the Hamas Political Bureau and his influence on the ongoing conflict with Israel. Get a comprehensive look at the man behind the headlines and understand his impact on Middle Eastern politics.
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Two senior terror operatives were among several armed Palestinians killed in an Israeli drone strike and in clashes in the West Bank city of Tulkarem on Tuesday morning, according to the military. The Palestinian Authority health ministry said five were killed, and the bodies of four were being held by Israeli authorities. Palestinian outlets and the IDF named the two commanders as Ashraf Nafeh, the head of Hamas in Tulkarem, and Muhammad Awad, the head of the Fatah-linked al-Aqsa Martyrs’ Brigades in Tulkarem.
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