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UK Allows Use of RAF Fairford for US Defensive Strikes on Iran Missile Sites

The UK has agreed to allow the US to use RAF Fairford for defensive strikes on Iranian missile sites amid escalating US-Israel attacks on Iran. The base has a long history of military use and is now part of the regional tensions involving multiple countries.

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Democrats Push for Congressional Vote to Limit Trump’s War Powers on Iran

Top Democrats demand an immediate Congressional vote to limit President Trump's military actions against Iran amid escalating conflict and regional instability.

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UK Shifts to Temporary Refugee Status in Major Asylum Policy Reform

The UK government will grant temporary refugee status to new asylum seekers, reviewing cases every 30 months. Existing protections remain for current claimants. The reforms aim to deter illegal immigration but face criticism from Labour members and refugee advocates.

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Couple Stranded in Dubai Amid Middle East Missile Strikes Await Flight Home

A couple stranded in Dubai amid missile strikes in the Middle East await news on their flight home. The UAE has intercepted numerous missiles and drones amid escalating tensions.

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Teen Detained for 16 Months Over Bonfire Night Riots in Edinburgh

Finlay Burns, 19, was sentenced to 16 months detention for participating in Bonfire Night riots in Edinburgh, involving attacks on police and public property.

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Two Nuns Admit Six-Year Abuse Campaign at Glasgow Children's Home

Two nuns, Marie O'Gorman and Mary McGuire, admitted to abusing seven children at Nazareth House, Glasgow, over six years from 1975 to 1981. The court detailed multiple assaults with belts, slippers, and a hairbrush. Sentencing is scheduled for next month.

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O'Neill Opposes UK Allowing US Strikes on Iranian Missile Sites from British Bases

First Minister Michelle O'Neill criticizes the UK government's decision to allow US strikes on Iranian missile sites from British bases, calling the conflict a "reckless war" and emphasizing the priority of citizen safety amid escalating Middle East tensions.

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Cymry yng nghanol gwrthdaro Dwyrain Canol yn mynegi pryder a banig

Cymry yng nghanol gwrthdaro Dwyrain Canol yn mynegi banig, gofid ac ansicrwydd wrth i ymosodiadau barhau rhwng Iran, Israel a'r Unol Daleithiau.

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MP Calls for Support for Centre Staff After Security Guard Stabbing

Centre:MK closed after security guard Gary Stanley was fatally stabbed. MP Emily Darlington stresses the need for staff support amid ongoing investigations and community efforts to reduce knife crime.

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Man and Woman Found Dead at Remote Highland Property in Flow Country

A man and woman were found dead at a remote property in the Highlands' Flow Country. Police are treating the deaths as unexplained but not suspicious, with inquiries ongoing near Trantlebeg in Strath Halladale.

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Armed Police Respond to Man with Bladed Weapon in Edinburgh's Calders Area

Armed police responded to reports of a man with a bladed weapon in Edinburgh's Calders area, with emergency services active since before 09:00 amid concerns of possible stabbings.

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Democrats Divided Over US Strike on Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei

Democrats are divided over the US strike that killed Iran’s supreme leader, with debates on constitutionality, war powers, and support for Israel shaping the party’s response ahead of 2024 primaries.

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