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Starmer to face lawmakers as ministers defend him in Mandelson controversy

Starmer is set to appear before lawmakers in parliament on Monday to explain how Mandelson was appointed Britain’s ambassador to the United States in late 2024 despite not passing security checks.

Iran
Editorial

Strait of Hormuz shut as Iran says talks with US not near conclusion

Iran’s central military command announced the renewed closure in response to the US naval blockade. Ghalibaf said, “If America does not lift the blockade, traffic in the Strait of Hormuz will definitely be limited.”

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UK

Mandelson row returns as Starmer faces calls to resign

The issue adds to pressure on Starmer weeks before local elections in England and regional votes in Scotland and Wales on May 7.

Lebanon
Editorial

Israel-Lebanon 10-day ceasefire begins as residents return south despite warnings

Israel’s military said it had struck more than 380 “Hezbollah terror organization targets in southern Lebanon” and remained on “high alert” to resume strikes.

Tesco

Tesco warns West Asia war may impact profit outlook

The company expects the figure to be between £3 billion and £3.3 billion, after it rose slightly to £3.15 billion in the 12 months to the end of February.

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Business

UK economy grew 0.5 per cent in February ahead of Iran war

The February expansion was the strongest since January 2024 and suggests the economy was in a better position before the start of the Iran war than some economists had expected.

Iran
Editorial

Talks likely as US and Iran narrow differences but key issues unresolved

A Pakistani delegation arrived in Tehran with a message from Washington after US president Donald Trump indicated negotiations could resume this week following last weekend's failed talks in Islamabad.

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UK

Migrants coached to pose as gay for UK asylum, investigation finds

The investigation found that one firm charged up to £7,000 and said the chance of refusal was "very low". Another adviser offered services for £1,500, with an additional £2,000-£3,000 for creating evidence.