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Macron congratulates UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, calls for renewed UK-EU partnership

French President Emmanuel Macron has congratulated Andy Burnham on becoming the United Kingdom's new prime minister, expressing his hope that the change in leadership will open a new chapter in relations between the United Kingdom and the European Union. In a message shared on social media, Macron......

Sterling holds firm as Andy Burnham prepares to become UK prime minister

The British pound traded in a narrow range on Monday as financial markets monitored a major political transition in the United Kingdom, with Andy Burnham set to succeed Keir Starmer as prime minister. Currency traders showed little immediate reaction to the leadership change, instead focusing on the......

UK calls for FIFA investigation over Argentina's Falklands banner at World Cup

The United Kingdom has called on FIFA to investigate Argentina after members of the national football team displayed a banner supporting Argentina's claim to the Falkland Islands following their victory over England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final. The banner, which declared that the Malvinas......

Andy Burnham expected to appoint Shabana Mahmood as UK finance minister, reports say

Former Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham is expected to appoint Interior Minister Shabana Mahmood as the United Kingdom's finance minister when he becomes prime minister next week, according to a report by the Financial Times. The potential appointment would place Mahmood at the center of Britain's......

Andy Burnham set to become UK Labour leader and succeed Keir Starmer as prime minister

Former Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham is now set to become the next leader of the United Kingdom’s Labour Party and is expected to succeed outgoing Prime Minister Keir Starmer after securing overwhelming support from Labour lawmakers. Burnham has obtained the backing required to enter the......

Jingye Steel seeks full compensation as UK moves toward British Steel nationalisation

China's Jingye Steel has intensified its dispute with the United Kingdom government, formally demanding what it describes as full and effective compensation following the state's takeover of British Steel. The latest statement marks the strongest public position yet from the Chinese steelmaker......

UK commits £250 million to strengthen protection for Jewish communities and combat antisemitism

The UK government has announced a £250 million investment over the next three years to enhance security for Jewish communities and strengthen efforts to combat antisemitism, following a rise in attacks and growing concerns over community safety. The funding package includes expanded police protection,......

UK prime minister-in-waiting Andy Burnham pledges defence revival in response to global threats

The United Kingdom’s expected next prime minister, Andy Burnham, has pledged to strengthen the country’s military capabilities and defence industry, arguing that a more unstable international environment requires a renewed commitment to “hard power.” Burnham, who is expected......

UK invests $254 million in Precision Strike Missile programme to boost long-range defence

The United Kingdom has announced a £190 million ($254 million) investment in the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) programme, a move aimed at significantly strengthening the British Army's long-range strike capabilities as the government continues to expand defence spending. The funding will......