Sunak putting international diplomacy before appeasement of frustrated backbenchers

UK Conservative Party choose Kemi Badenoch as new leader

Britain's Conservative Party has elected Kemi Badenoch as its new leader, becoming the first Black woman to lead a major political party in the UK. Badenoch succeeds former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, whose tenure was marked by the Conservatives' worst election performance since 1832.

Why did French President Macron pick François Bayrou as France's next PM?

The mayor of the southwestern town of Pau and leader of the centrist MoDem party will have the difficult task of passing France's 2025 budget plan

Meloni's Italy Offers to Lead Peacekeeping Mission in Ukraine: Will Europe Finally Act to End War?

Italy has become the first European country to publicly signal its readiness to participate in a potential peacekeeping mission in Ukraine, as discussions of a ceasefire grow. Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto expressed Italy's willingness to contribute to peacekeeping efforts amid the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The proposal, initially raised by French President Macron, suggests sending an international contingent to monitor a potential truce. With other European nations remaining cautious, could Italy play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the Ukraine crisis? #Italy #UkraineConflict #Peacekeeping #EuropeanUnion #RussiaUkraineWar #Ceasefire #Macron #ItalyRole #InternationalPeacekeeping #UkraineNews #EuropeanDiplomacy Also Read Donald Trump Proposes Elimination of Daylight Saving Time Due to Costs and Inconvenience :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-proposes-ending-daylight-saving-time-011-4015159.html?ref=DMDesc US President-Elect Donald Trump Rings Opening Bell at NYSE After Being Named Time’s Person of the Year :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/us-president-elect-donald-trump-rings-opening-bell-at-nyse-after-being-named-time-s-person-of-the-ye-4013971.html?ref=DMDesc Indian-American Powerhouses In Trump 2.0 Cabinet: From Harmeet Dhillon To Vivek Ramaswamy :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/indian-american-powerhouses-in-trump-2-0-cabinet-from-harmeet-dhillon-to-vivek-ramaswamy-4011415.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.274~ED.346~HT.318~GR.121~

Who is François Bayrou, France's new prime minister?

After days of deliberation, French President Emmanuel Macron turned to a longtime centrist ally in the hope he could unite the country's divided parliament.

Macron nominates long-time ally and leader of centrist bloc François Bayrou as new PM

Bayrou, 73, was named the new prime minister after Michel Barnier's government was toppled by a vote of no confidence on 4 December.

At least 25 Palestinians killed in Israeli air strike on Nuseirat refugee camp in Gaza

The strike came just hours after US President Joe Biden’s national security adviser raised hopes about a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas and that would end more than a year of war in the Strip.

Putin, Xi, Kim U.S’ Top Priority: Biden’s Secret Memo to Trump Against Russia, China, Iran, N. Korea

A classified national security memo approved by President Joe Biden for President-elect Donald Trump outlines strategies to manage escalating threats from Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea. The memo prioritizes improving interagency cooperation, enhancing information sharing with allies, optimizing sanctions, and preparing for simultaneous crises. It reflects growing U.S. concerns over deepening ties among these nations, including Russia's military collaboration with Iran and North Korea and China's support for Moscow. As global tensions rise, the memo signals a strategic shift to counter these adversarial alliances effectively. #BidenMemo #TrumpTransition #USNationalSecurity #PutinThreat #XiJinpingStrategy #KimJongUnAlert #IranTensions #RussiaChinaAlliance #GlobalCrisisManagement #USForeignPolicy #SanctionsStrategy #NorthKoreaFocus #GeopoliticalTensions #AlliesAndAdversaries #USVsAdversaries ~HT.97~PR.152~ED.194~GR.124~

Starmer: Questions need answering over Sara Sharif’s death

Sir Keir Starmer says questions must be answered over the “awful” case of 10-year-old Sara Sharif who was murdered by her father and stepmother. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Starmer determined to break through housing barriers

Sir Keir Starmer confirms he is “determined” to “breakthrough” barriers as the government publishes its National Planning Policy Framework aimed at helping increase the building of new homes. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Netanyahu Orders Troops to Stay in Syria for long: What’s Behind the Strategic Move on Mount Hermon?

In a bold move, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz has ordered the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) to prepare for a prolonged stay in Syria, with special arrangements to remain stationed on the strategically vital Mount Hermon. This decision comes amid growing tensions in the region and Israel’s increasing military presence in Syria. Mount Hermon provides a crucial vantage point for surveillance and military operations, especially given its proximity to Damascus and the Lebanese border. Watch this video for an in-depth analysis of Israel’s controversial decision and its potential impact on the ongoing conflict in Syria and the broader Middle East. #Israel #MountHermon #IDF #Syria #MiddleEast #IsraelDefense #IsraeliMilitary #SyrianConflict #MilitaryStrategy #SyriaOccupation #StrategicControl

Explosive Clashes in West Bank: Al-Quds Fighters Use IEDs & Guerrilla Tactics to Repel IDF in Balata

Intense fighting erupted in the West Bank as Palestinian resistance fighters, including Al-Quds Brigades and other factions, confronted Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) in the Balata Refugee Camp in Nablus. Resistance forces employed guerrilla tactics, including detonating IEDs and ambushing Israeli military units. The violence escalated as Israeli forces carried out raids in Palestinian universities and refugee camps, resulting in casualties. This footage highlights the growing intensity of the ongoing conflict in the West Bank, with Palestinian fighters pushing back against Israeli incursions. #AlQudsBrigades #IDF #WestBankConflict #PalestinianResistance #IEDs #GuerrillaWarfare #IsraeliRaids #BalataRefugeeCamp #Nablus #PalestinianFactions #MiddleEastConflict #IsraelPalestine #ResistanceFighters #MilitaryTactics #WestBankViolence #Palestine

Houthi Drones Shatter Israeli Defense as Iron Dome Fails to Stop Strikes on Tel Aviv and Ashkelon

In a bold and unprecedented move, Yemen's Houthi rebels launched a series of drone strikes on Israel’s major cities, Tel Aviv and Ashkelon, bypassing the much-vaunted Iron Dome defense system. Despite Israel’s claims of having one of the most advanced missile defense systems in the world, the drones successfully struck their targets, causing widespread damage and triggering alarms across the region. The attack marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict and highlights the vulnerability of Israel’s defense capabilities. The Houthi forces claimed responsibility for the assault, emphasizing their ability to Penetrate Israel’s security infrastructure. Israeli officials were quick to assess the failure of the Iron Dome, which had previously been regarded as nearly impenetrable against airborne threats. #HouthiDrones #IronDomeFailure #IsraelUnderAttack #TelAvivStrike #AshkelonAttack #DroneWarfare #YemenRebels #IsraelDefense #IronDomeFail #MiddleEastConflict #HouthiStrike #IsraelVulnerable #MilitaryEscalation #IsraelSecurity #HouthiVictory Also Read Yemen's Houthi Rebels Launch Attack Near Commercial Vessel in Red Sea Amid Ongoing Conflicts :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/attack-by-yemens-houthi-rebels-explosions-near-ship-red-sea-011-3985455.html?ref=DMDesc US Military Conducts Airstrikes Against Houthi Rebels in Yemen Amid Escalating Tensions :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/us-airstrikes-on-houthi-rebels-in-yemen-011-3952543.html?ref=DMDesc Yemen's Houthi Rebels Launch Attack in Gulf of Aden; Ship Unharmed :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/houthis-target-ship-gulf-of-aden-amid-eisenhower-departure-011-3859841.html?ref=DMDesc

Explosive Clashes in Gaza: Al-Quds Launches 107 Rockets on Israeli Soldiers:Resistance Release Video

In a shocking escalation, Saraya Al-Quds, the military wing of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad, launched a relentless barrage of 107 rockets and mortars targeting Israeli soldiers in Gaza. The attack, which took place on December 9, 2024, focused on Israeli troops stationed east of Rafah, particularly in the Jenina neighborhood. Intense ground clashes erupted between the Al-Quds Brigade and the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), with both sides exchanging heavy fire. This marks yet another chapter in the ongoing conflict between Hamas-backed forces and Israel, following the October 7 attacks that escalated tensions in the region. #AlQuds #Israel #GazaConflict #IDF #PalestinianIslamicJihad #Rockets #GroundClashes #Jenina #Rafah #MiddleEast #GazaWar #ConflictEscalation #IDFClashes #Palestine #WarNews #MilitaryConfrontation

BIG Breaking: Israel to Launch Devastating Strikes on Iran Nuclear Sites Using Syria as Ground Zero?

Israel is preparing for a significant military operation against Iranian nuclear sites, with plans to use Syrian territory as a launchpad. Israeli airstrikes have already targeted key Syrian air defenses, clearing the way for potential strikes deep inside Iran. The situation has escalated following Iran's nuclear facility development and the recent turmoil in Syria. As Israel continues to target military sites in Syria, including airports and missile depots, tensions in the region reach new heights. Is a full-scale Middle East conflict on the horizon? Stay tuned for updates as this story unfolds. #Israel #Iran #Syria #NuclearStrike #MiddleEastConflict #IsraeliAirstrikes #IranianNuclearSites #SyriaWar #IsraeliMilitary #Netanyahu #Airstrikes #IDF #SyrianDefenses #Geopolitics #MiddleEastTensions Also Read 75 Indians Evacuated From Syria Following Recent Overthrow Of Assad Regime :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/india-evacuates-75-nationals-from-syria-011-4012219.html?ref=DMDesc Sednaya Prison Falls, Damascus Celebrates: Syrians Turn the Page on 13 Years of Tyranny :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/sednaya-prison-falls-damascus-celebrates-syrians-turn-the-page-on-13-years-of-tyranny-4012031.html?ref=DMDesc Assad Overthrown: Who Controls Syria Now? :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/assad-overthrown-who-controls-syria-now-4011775.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.274~HT.336~GR.125~