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Hillary Clinton has refused to comply with a subpoena seeking her testimony in an investigation linked to the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, a move that could expose her to contempt proceedings and further legal scrutiny. The subpoena, issued as part of an inquiry into Epstein’s network and potential failures of oversight, required Clinton to appear and answer questions under oath.

According to investigators, the subpoena was intended to gather testimony from high-profile figures with past social or professional connections to Epstein, whose crimes and associations continue to raise questions about accountability and institutional failures. Clinton’s decision not to appear marks a ...

Ukraine’s leading anti-corruption bodies have accused Yulia Tymoshenko, leader of the Batkivshchyna party and a former prime minister, of offering bribes to members of parliament in exchange for votes on key legislation.

Investigators say the case involves alleged promises or payments to deputies from other factions to influence whether they voted for or against specific bills in the Verkhovna Rada. Prosecutors confirmed that a formal notice of suspicion has been handed to Tymoshenko under provisions of Ukraine’s criminal code covering the offering of improper benefits to officials.

Searches were carried out at the Batkivshchyna party headquarters in Kyiv, with Tymoshenko stating that ...

The UK Independence Party (UKIP) has come under criticism after unveiling a proposed new party logo that some observers have compared to the Iron Cross, a symbol associated with Nazi Germany.

Critics, including historians and representatives from Jewish organisations, have said the design bears a resemblance to Nazi-era imagery, raising concerns about the use of historical symbols linked to extremism in contemporary politics. They argue that even unintended similarities risk normalising or trivialising symbols associated with far-right ideology.

The Iron Cross has a long and complex history in Germany, predating the Nazi regime, but its use during the Second World War has ...

The West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner, Simon Foster, has accused MPs of showing bias against the force’s chief constable during parliamentary scrutiny, prompting a wider debate over political neutrality in policing oversight.

Foster said comments made by members of a parliamentary committee risked undermining fair and impartial accountability, arguing that criticism appeared to be directed at the individual rather than focused on evidence or performance. He warned that such an approach could damage public confidence and blur the line between political scrutiny and operational independence.

The dispute centres on questioning of Craig Guildford, the West Midlands Police chief constable, who has ...

The UK government has reaffirmed its commitment to major rail investment in England, confirming funding for Northern Powerhouse Rail alongside plans for a new rail line linking Birmingham and Manchester.

Northern Powerhouse Rail is intended to improve east–west connections across the north of England, cutting journey times between cities such as Manchester, Leeds and Sheffield. The project is central to wider ambitions to boost regional productivity, support business growth and strengthen transport links outside London.

Alongside this, ministers have backed a new north–south rail line between Birmingham and Manchester, designed to increase capacity and improve long-distance connectivity. However, while funding has been ...

The UK government has stepped back from plans to introduce digital identity cards, signalling a change in direction after concerns were raised about privacy, civil liberties and value for money.

Under the revised approach, ministers are no longer pursuing a universal or mandatory digital ID card. Instead, digital identity checks would be used on a voluntary basis to access certain online services, alongside existing forms of identification.

The rethink follows criticism from MPs and civil liberties groups, who warned that a centralised digital ID system could undermine public trust, expand state access to personal data and expose citizens to greater cybersecurity risks. ...

Claims that Iran’s recent protests have been influenced or amplified by foreign actors were discussed in an interview aired by RT, featuring Black Alliance for Peace organiser and political analyst Ajamu Baraka (source: RT (@RT)). Baraka argued that demonstrations which began as expressions of domestic dissent were later framed as signs of imminent regime collapse through what he described as an external “playbook”.

In the interview, Baraka pointed to symbolic acts abroad, including the raising of a flag at the Iranian embassy in London, as evidence that protest narratives are being shaped outside Iran. He questioned whether diplomatic norms are being ...

China has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining strong momentum in its anti-corruption drive, with senior leaders vowing there will be “no pause or retreat” in efforts to combat graft. The campaign, led by the Communist Party of China, remains a central pillar of governance and political discipline.

Authorities say the anti-corruption campaign continues to target both senior and lower-ranking officials, reinforcing oversight across central and local government. Disciplinary inspections have expanded nationwide, with investigations covering state institutions, public sector bodies and party organisations.

China’s corruption watchdog has reported progress in pursuing fugitives and recovering illicit assets through international cooperation mechanisms such as ...

US President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to Cuba, demanding that Havana make a deal with Washington or face tougher consequences. Trump said the United States would no longer allow Venezuelan oil or financial support to reach the Cuban government, framing the move as part of a broader effort to increase economic pressure.

The warning signals a sharp escalation in US policy toward Cuba and reflects a tightening stance on regional energy flows. For years, Venezuela has supplied oil to Cuba under cooperation agreements that have been vital to the island’s energy system. Trump said cutting off those supplies ...

The Justice Department has opened an investigation into the Federal Reserve, intensifying scrutiny of the US central bank and prompting debate over its independence from political pressure. As part of the inquiry, a subpoena has been issued to Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, according to officials familiar with the process.

The investigation comes amid renewed criticism of the Fed by Donald Trump, who has accused the institution of acting against US economic interests. Trump has denied directing or influencing the Justice Department’s actions, saying the inquiry is a matter for federal prosecutors and not the White House.

Legal and economic experts say ...