53 h. ago Ukraine war briefing: Russian attack destroys Kharkiv energy facility as UK pledges emergency support

Response crews at work following strikes in Ukraine’s second city as Britain commits £20m after Zelenskyy declares energy emergency. What we know on day 1,423Russian forces destroyed a large energy facility in Ukraine’s second-biggest city, Kharkiv, the mayor said on Thursday, the latest target of a winter air campaign by Moscow that has plunged millions of Ukrainians into darkness and cold. Kharkiv mayor Ihor Terekhov said on Telegram that emergency crews were working around the clock, while he did not specify what sort of facility had been hit. Regional governor Oleh Syniehubov said officials were assessing the extent of damage.Volodymyr Zelenskyy proceeded with a drive to tackle the damage inflicted by Russian strikes, chairing a meeting aimed at securing quick decisions from regional leaders. The Ukrainian president said there had been new strikes on the capital into the evening. Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko said about 300 apartment buildings remained without heat after a 9 Janua...

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8 d. ago Syrian army says it will renew Aleppo attacks after Kurds reject ceasefire terms

Military opens window for civilians to leave as Kurdish groups turn down demand their fighters withdraw from city Syria’s army says it will renew attacks against a Kurdish-majority district of Aleppo where clashes have raged this week, after Kurdish groups rejected Damascus’s ceasefire terms that demanded their fighters withdraw from the city.The army said it would target military sites used by Kurdish fighters in the Sheikh Maqsoud district, announcing the opening of a humanitarian corridor from 4pm (1300 GMT) to 6pm on Friday for civilians to leave. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Every player linked with Swansea City so far this window as top target identified

The club are still looking to do a bit more business after snapping up Joel Ward on a free transfer

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9 d. ago Man City agree Antoine Semenyo fee below Bournemouth release clause

The Cherries will bank a £62.5m fee with the Ghana international shining this term under Andoni Iraola

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9 d. ago Transfer news LIVE: Man Utd next manager twist, Liverpool's Guehi dilemma, Semenyo medical

Manchester United will hold further talks with Ole Gunner Solskjaer and Michael Carrick over becoming their interim manager, while Liverpool target Marc Guehi could soon be following Antoine Semenyo to Man City

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1 week ago The two areas Swansea City will look to strengthen as top January transfer target emerges

The Swans are hoping to complete a couple of deals before the end of the month

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2 w. ago British and French aircraft attack underground Islamic State weapons store in Syria

Guided bombs used to target tunnels at site near to city of Palmyra in raid intended to ‘eliminate dangerous terrorists’British and French aircraft have carried out a joint strike on an underground facility in Syria that had been occupied by Islamic State, the UK Ministry of Defence has said.Guided bombs were used to target access tunnels down to the site, which is located in the mountainous region near the ancient city of Palmyra in the centre of the country, on Saturday evening. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Police target city street plagued by bad behaviour, abandoned caravans and dog mess

An action plan involving police and many agencies took place in the area to improve the lives of residents

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2 w. ago Man City handed Antoine Semenyo transfer update as Andoni Iraola makes Arsenal claim

Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo, who has a £65m release clause, continues to be linked with a transfer to Manchester City

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2 w. ago Swansea City on red alert as Liverpool target playing in Champions League set for move

The midfielder could well be on the move again this winter

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2 w. ago Liverpool's plan to hijack Antoine Semenyo transfer ahead of private meeting

Antoine Semenyo will see his release clause become active on January 1 and Liverpool are ready to rival Manchester City for his signature ahead of a defining few days for the winger

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3 w. ago Antoine Semenyo causes Liverpool disagreement as transfer statement made

Antoine Semenyo has a £65m release clause in his Bournemouth contract and has been linked with a move to a host of Premier League clubs over the past couple of weeks

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3 w. ago Chelsea: Antoine Semenyo release clause expires on January 10 amid Liverpool and Manchester United interest

Chelsea are interested in signing the Bournemouth winger but face strong competition

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3 w. ago Chelsea enter hunt for £65m Antoine Semenyo with inquiry about his terms

Bournemouth winger has release clause in JanuaryLiverpool and Manchester City also interestedChelsea have made an inquiry about signing Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth. The winger’s deal contains a £65m release clause in January and he is also a target for Liverpool, Manchester City and Manchester United.Chelsea were not regarded as a likely destination for Semenyo but have contacted the player’s camp to explore the conditions of a deal. There is optimism at Stamford Bridge that the Ghana international will be interested in joining. Chelsea hope Semenyo, who is from London, will appreciate their long-term project and see an opportunity to make an immediate impact at a top club. Continue reading...

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4 w. ago Antoine Semenyo's release clause and when Man United can complete discount transfer

Antoine Semenyo has recently been linked with a move to Manchester United, but the Bournemouth goal-scorer has a transfer release clause in his deal

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4 w. ago Antoine Semenyo release clause latest as Man United 'join' four‑way race for Man City target

Manchester United could look to strengthen their squad next month, with the transfer window set to open on January 1

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4 w. ago Crystal Palace target Brennan Johnson, Maresca on Manchester City links: football – live

⚽ All the latest news going into the weekend programme⚽ Premier League: 10 things to look out for | Mail DomRe the players that have made it to Afcon, this is a handy explainer of the extent to which Premier League teams will be affected.Some of the names not featuring at Afcon are remarkable, and feature some of the most talented footballers from the continent. The main reason for this is that their nation has not qualified (for example, Ghana), but there have also been omissions from squads that have made it (unexpectedly Ivory Coast’s Simon Adingra, who was voted the best young player at Afcon 2023, providing a fine assist for the winner in the final) and there has even been an unexpected retirement on the eve of the tournament (Nigeria’s William Troost-Ekong, who was voted the player of the tournament at the last Afcon). Continue reading...

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4 w. ago Semenyo a January target for Liverpool, Manchester City and Manchester United

Forward thought to favour move to LiverpoolRelease clause understood to be a bit less than £65mManchester United are vying with Liverpool and Manchester City to sign Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth in early January, with Ruben Amorim having first expressed an interest in the 25-year-old last summer. The forward is thought to favour joining Liverpool, with City his second choice, so United’s head coach faces a fight to convince him.Semenyo, who scored in Monday’s 4-4 draw at Old Trafford, has a release clause understood to be slightly less than £65m, with the sum including loyalty money and agent payments. It has to be triggered early next month, the Guardian understands. Tottenham are also interested but appear to have a slim chance of landing the former Bristol City player. Continue reading...

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4 w. ago Semenyo a January target for Manchester United as well as Liverpool and City

Forward thought to favour move to LiverpoolRelease clause understood to be a bit less than £65mManchester United are vying with Liverpool and Manchester City to sign Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth in early January, with Ruben Amorim having first expressed an interest in the 25-year-old last summer. The forward is thought to favour joining Liverpool, with City his second choice, so United’s head coach faces a fight to convince him.Semenyo, who scored in Monday’s 4-4 draw at Old Trafford, has a release clause understood to be slightly less than £65m, with the sum including loyalty money and agent payments. It has to be triggered early next month, the Guardian understands. Tottenham are also interested but appear to have a slim chance of landing the former Bristol City player. Continue reading...

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