Sunday, 2 March 2025

Covid inquiry turns to PPE deals and the 'VIP lane'

Four weeks of hearings will look at the purchase of billions of pounds of medical equipment in the pandemic.

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Starmer announces 'coalition of the willing' to guarantee Ukraine peace

The UK prime minister says Europe would take the lead but US backing for a peace plan was needed.

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Was Starmer's summit enough to sway Trump?

Europe stepping up is only half of the story and much depends on whether the US is willing to play its part.

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Starmer announces £1.6bn missile deal for Ukraine

The PM announced "a number" of allies had signed up to his plan following the Lancaster House summit.

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UK and France to discuss Ukraine plan with Trump, says PM

Sir Keir Starmer also says he believes the US president wants peace, despite last week's Oval Office row with Ukraine's leader.

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Starmer dismisses SNP call to axe Trump state visit

The SNP say Donald Trump needs to be a steadfast ally of Ukraine after a fiery exchange with Zelensky on Friday.

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Bomb disposal robot destroys Labour MPs' Christmas cards

Remnants of Christmas cards intended for Labour MPs and constituency offices were found at the site. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SAC4cMi