32 h. ago Netanyahu accuses leaders of Britain, France and Canada of ‘emboldening Hamas’

The Israeli prime minister made the statement after the leaders called for a halt to the Gaza offensive and an end to restrictions on humanitarian aidBenjamin Netanyahu has accused Keir Starmer, Emmanuel Macron and Mark Carney of “emboldening Hamas”, after they called for a halt to Israel’s military offensive and an end to restrictions on humanitarian aid in Gaza.Earlier this week, the leaders of the UK, France and Canada condemned the Israeli government’s “egregious” actions in Gaza, warning that the UK and allies will take “concrete actions” unless Netanyahu changes course. Continue reading...

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50 h. ago Eurovision winner JJ calls for Israel to be excluded from 2026 contest

Israel’s Eurovision entrant Yuval Raphael finished second to the Austrian singer in the 2025 contest

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50 h. ago Eurovision winner JJ urges Israel to be banned from song contest amid 'rigging' claims

The contest this year was overshadowed by protests against Israel's participation for the second-consecutive year, fuelled by the ongoing war in Gaza

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3 d. ago Corbyn criticises ‘silence and evasion’ over Gaza in call for UK inquiry

Former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has called for an inquiry into Britain’s relationship with Israel.

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3 d. ago UK suspends trade talks with Israel and attacks ‘repellent’ extremism

Foreign secretary, David Lammy, condemns blocking of aid trucks and calls by Israeli ministers to ‘purify Gaza’Middle East crisis – live updatesUK-Israeli relations have plunged to their worst state for decades after the British foreign secretary, David Lammy, suspended negotiations over a new free trade deal, saying Israel’s cabinet ministers’ calls to “purify Gaza” by expelling Palestinians were repellent, monstrous and extremist.He also said wider talks about a future bilateral strategic roadmap with Israel were being reviewed. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago UK suspends trade talks with Israel and attacks ‘repellant’ extremism

Foreign secretary, David Lammy, condemns blocking of aid trucks and calls by Israeli ministers to ‘purify Gaza’Middle East crisis – live updatesUK-Israeli relations have plunged to their worst state for decades after the British foreign secretary, David Lammy, suspended negotiations over a new free trade deal, saying Israel’s cabinet ministers’ calls to “purify Gaza” by expelling Palestinians were repellant, monstrous and extremist.He also said wider talks about a future bilateral strategic roadmap with Israel were also being reviewed. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago Netanyahu vows to ‘take control’ of Gaza as UK, France and Canada threaten action against Israel

Key allies call escalation ‘egregious’ and promise ‘concrete’ response if Israel does not end renewed offensive and allow aid into stripBenjamin Netanyahu has vowed that Israel will “take control” of all Gaza, as three key allies attacked his “egregious” escalation of the military campaign and blockade on humanitarian aid.Britain, France and Canada attacked Israel’s expansion of its war as disproportionate, described conditions in Gaza as “intolerable” and threatened a “concrete” response if Israel’s campaign continues. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Eurovision winner, 71, rules out retirement as she reveals huge Fizz announcement

EXCLUSIVE: Cheryl Baker won Eurovision with the band Bucks Fizz at the 1981 Eurovision Song Contest and the 71-year-old singer has no plans on slowing down just yet

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6 d. ago Eurovision 2025: All the countries who gave the UK's Remember Monday nul points

Austria was crowned the winner of Eurovision 2025 as the UK ended up with nul points from the public for the second year in a row

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6 d. ago Who won Eurovision 2025? Winner, full results and where UK finished

It was typically glitzy night in Basel, Switzerland with 26 countries competing, a thrilling finish and only one winner

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6 d. ago Eurovision 2025 winner crowned as Israel comes second despite protests

Austria has been crowned the winner of the 69th Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland, as the UK was left to reflect on another year of disappointment

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6 d. ago Eurovision 2025 results live: Austria wins dramatic final after nail

Tense final results had Austria’s JJ in a showdown with Israel’s Yuval Raphael, while the UK entry Remember Monday flopped after receiving the dreaded nul points from the public

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6 d. ago Eurovision 2025 results and points leaderboard in full as Austria wins

It was a spectacular night in Switzerland as the 69th edition of the Eurovision Song Contest but there was only one winner as the results were revealed

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6 d. ago Eurovision 2025 winner revealed as Austria beat controversial Israel in final

The Eurovision Song Contest 2025 has come to an end with the winner being announced after an entertaining few hours

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6 d. ago Eurovision 2025 winner announced as Remember Monday dealt crushing final blow

The Eurovision Song Contest took place tonight (May 17) and the 2025 winners have been revealed after viewers across the world cast their votes and had their say

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6 d. ago Eurovision 2025 live results: UK’s Remember Monday get douze points from Italy as Austria leads jury vote

Voting has now closed, with the UK’s Remember Monday and Israel’s Yuval Raphael among the acts vying for this year’s Eurovision trophy

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6 d. ago Eurovision 2025 final live: Israel protesters hit crew member with paint during contest

UK’s Remember Monday and Israel’s Yuval Raphael among the acts competing in Basel, Switzerland, tonight, amid rumours that Celine Dion could make a special appearance

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6 d. ago Eurovision 2025 final live: Finland’s Erika Vikman dazzles with controversial song ‘ICH KOMME’

UK’s Remember Monday and Israel’s Yuval Raphael among the acts competing in Basel, Switzerland, tonight, amid rumours that Celine Dion could make a special appearance

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6 d. ago Eurovision 2025 winner 'confirmed' just minutes into show after major clue

Eurovision kicked off it's 69th annual contest tonight - and fans think they already know who's going to be taking home the title just moments after the performances kicked off

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6 d. ago Eurovision 2025 final live: UK and Israel compete against favourites Sweden

UK’s Remember Monday and Israel’s Yuval Raphael among the acts competing in Basel, Switzerland, tonight, amid rumours that Celine Dion could make a special appearance

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