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The Supreme Anti-Corruption Court of Ukraine has ordered former Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko to be released on bail set at 33.3 million hryvnias (approximately $760,000). The court's decision follows allegations by Ukraine’s National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) that Tymoshenko offered bribes to members of the Verkhovna Rada in exchange for their votes on key legislation. Prosecutors had initially requested a higher bail amount of 50 million hryvnias.

As part of the preventive measure, Tymoshenko must surrender her passport, remain within the Kyiv region, report any change of residence or employment, and refrain from communicating with certain parliamentarians involved in the case. She ...

Conservative MP Andrew Rosindell has defected to Reform UK, dealing a significant blow to the governing party and underscoring its ongoing internal instability. The Romford MP, a long-serving backbencher known for his staunch Eurosceptic and immigration stances, announced his switch citing a loss of confidence in the Conservative leadership and direction.

This senior Tory defection signals a profound breakdown in party loyalty and is seen as symptomatic of wider voter disillusionment and right-wing political realignment in the UK. Rosindell’s move provides Reform UK with a substantial boost in credibility and momentum as it seeks to position itself as the authentic voice ...

A video segment from Novara Media (@NovaraMedia) and No Justice (@NoJusticeMTG) examines what it terms a “desperate attempt” to shape the historical narrative of the Israel-Gaza war. It focuses on comments by former U.S. Secretary of State Michael Pompeo, who stated the importance of history books framing Israel as the victim and Hamas as the aggressor, arguing that civilian casualties in Gaza are an unfortunate reality of war. The segment critically contrasts this with what it describes as overwhelming evidence of deliberate targeting and cites ICC arrest warrants and an ICJ genocide case as part of an international law debate over war ...

The departure of Craig Guildford has prompted renewed scrutiny of how senior police leaders operate under political pressure, and what this means for the future of policing in the UK.

Guildford’s decision to step down was presented as the right outcome for his force, yet it has also exposed deeper tensions between accountability and operational independence. Senior police officers are expected to answer to elected officials and oversight bodies, but they are also tasked with making impartial decisions free from political interference. Striking that balance has become increasingly difficult in a highly charged political environment.

The episode has fuelled concerns about the ...

Donald Trump has once again put the spotlight on the boundaries of presidential power by publicly criticising the Federal Reserve and its approach to interest rate policy. The renewed rhetoric has revived a familiar debate in Washington over how much influence the White House can exert over independent institutions.

Trump has argued that interest rates should be lower to support economic growth and ease pressure on public finances. However, the Federal Reserve operates under a mandate set by Congress, with decisions on monetary policy taken independently of the executive branch. The central bank’s autonomy is widely seen as a safeguard against ...

Local elections across parts of England are facing significant disruption, with more than 20 council contests now expected to be postponed until 2027. The delays come amid ongoing boundary reviews and wider local government reorganisation, creating uncertainty over the electoral timetable and renewed political tension.

Ministers have indicated that councils affected by redrawn ward boundaries may not be ready to hold elections in May 2026. Several local authorities have requested postponements, arguing that voters should not be asked to elect councillors under boundaries that are about to change. As a result, councillors’ terms in some areas are likely to be extended, ...

The ongoing saga involving Robert Jenrick, a former Conservative cabinet minister, has come to represent more than a dispute about one individual. Instead, it has crystallised deeper problems facing the UK Conservative Party as it struggles to redefine itself after electoral defeat and the loss of power.

Jenrick, once seen as a rising figure on the Tory right, has found himself at the centre of renewed scrutiny over his political positioning and conduct. While the immediate row has focused on Jenrick personally, the broader reaction within Westminster has been revealing. Senior figures, commentators and party members have treated the episode as ...

Former US president Donald Trump has threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act in response to escalating protests in Minnesota, raising the prospect of federal troops being deployed to quell unrest linked to immigration enforcement.

The warning followed several days of demonstrations in Minnesota, centred on Minneapolis, where protesters have gathered outside federal buildings to oppose Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations. Tensions have increased after confrontations between demonstrators and law enforcement, with reports of property damage and injuries adding to concerns over public safety.

Trump said the federal government would step in if state and local authorities were unable to restore order, ...

Donald Trump drew criticism during a visit to a Ford manufacturing plant in the Detroit area after appearing to make an obscene gesture toward a heckler in the crowd. The moment occurred during a high-profile appearance that focused on manufacturing, jobs and the future of the US auto industry in Michigan, a politically significant state.

Footage shared on social media shows Trump responding to a shouted remark from the audience before raising his middle finger. The exchange quickly circulated online, shifting attention from the visit’s economic themes to questions about conduct and tone at campaign-style events held in workplaces.

Ford said the ...

Joe Rogan has emerged as an unexpected point of tension for Donald Trump’s campaign after raising questions about proposed immigration enforcement operations and their real-world implications. Rogan, whose podcast reaches millions of listeners, discussed the scale and logistics of aggressive immigration measures, prompting debate within conservative and MAGA-aligned circles about messaging and feasibility.

Rogan’s remarks focused less on ideology and more on execution. He questioned how large-scale enforcement actions would work in practice, including the impact on communities, law enforcement capacity, and civil liberties. While Rogan has often expressed scepticism of establishment politics, his willingness to openly interrogate Trump’s immigration plans ...