Middle East
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Why has the US withdrawn military bombers from RAF Fairford in the UK?
It has been suggested the withdrawal of aircraft could be in response to a renewed security concern
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No 10 says RAF Fairford is 'safe' after US withdraws bombers
US media reported a new threat led to the bombers being removed on Sunday, following an incident near the base last week.
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'He's not coming back': Months after deadly Iranian attack, families of soldiers struggle to cope
Families of American soldiers killed and wounded in the deadliest attack on U.S. forces during the war with Iran are still grappling with grief and lifelong injuries more than seven months later
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Australia launches probe into FlyDubai co-pilot’s past, and other Mideast news
Australian authorities are investigating an Omani FlyDubai co-pilot's time in Australia after he allegedly tried to seize an Israel-bound aircraft
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Energy theft rising as cost of electricity soars
Bills could soon approach record levels again, forecasters have warned
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Iran-US war live: Tehran threatens to keep Hormuz shut until US meets conditions
Iran accused the US of ‘dragging out the process and dictating one-sided demands’
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North East business confidence rises to 50 per cent as hiring plans grow
Business confidence in the North East has risen, with firms reporting growing optimism about their trading prospects and plans to expand their workforce.
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US removes all bombers from RAF Fairford back to home stations
A statement says all bombers deployed to RAF Fairford have been "re-deployed to their home stations" in the US.
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US bombers pulled from RAF Fairford base after suspected terror plot
Aircraft leave Gloucestershire base to return to US following arrest of dual British-Iranian national in central London
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US Air Force removes all bombers from British air base targeted by a suspected terror attack
The U.S. Air Force has brought home its bombers stationed at a U.S.-run military air base in England used to strike Iran following an investigation into a planned terror attack at the RAF Fairford base
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Bahrain GP in Malaysia: Lewis Hamilton bemused after F1 'Lego race'
Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton liken the effects of a software bug that affected multiple cars before the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia to a "Lego race".
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Yemen government announces major operation to retake Houthi territory
The Yemeni president's announcement comes amid an exchange of strikes between the Houthis and the Saudi-led coalition.
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WRC: Elfyn Evans becomes world champion after late Oliver Solberg crash
Five-time runner-up Elfyn Evans is world champion for the first time after rival Oliver Solberg crashes in the final moments of Rally Italia Sardegna.
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Penny Mordaunt has been allowed on the Tory candidates list — but at what cost?
Political editor David Maddox looks at whether Dame Penny Mordaunt and Sir James Cleverly have really changed their principles as they seek to be candidates for Kemi Badenoch’s party – or are just being pragmatic to stay in the game
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Bahrain GP in Malaysia: Verstappen wins after long delays
Max Verstappen takes his and Red Bull's first win of the year with a dominant drive in a dramatic Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia that started amid chaotic and unprecedented scenes.
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From tough first year to being named best restaurant in Bradford
A Bradford café has celebrated a double awards triumph.
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Iran-US war live: Tehran threatens to keep Hormuz shut until US meets conditions
Iran accused the US of ‘dragging out the process and dictating one-sided demands’
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Israeli strike kills 1 Palestinian in Gaza, and other Mideast news
An Israeli strike on Sunday morning targeted a civilian vehicle in central Gaza, killing one Palestinian and wounding at least 11 others, according to local health officials
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The best place to retire abroad is no longer in Europe
European destinations scored highly in a new global retirement ranking, with six countries among the top ten, as people looking to retire abroad weigh higher taxes against quality of life.
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Chalmers says global economic turmoil will drive budget cuts, but Australia should avoid recession
Treasurer says ‘very substantial and intensifying pressure’ on federal budget as he points finger at private sector for driving up inflation amid Middle East conflict
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IEA says 325 million barrels of emergency oil has been released
G7 leaders agreed on Friday to release 100 million barrels of diesel and crude after US pressure on Europe, with supplies squeezed by Iran's restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Bahrain GP in Malaysia 2026: Verstappen on pole ahead of Hamilton
Max Verstappen takes his and Red Bull's first pole position of 2026 with an imperious performance in qualifying at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.
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What is happening with diesel – and should we be worried?
Donald Trump has threatened to ban US diesel exports of diesel – here’s what that could mean
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FlyDubai co-pilot attacked captain with axe in 'terrorist' act
The FlyDubai co-pilot who nearly crashed the Tel-Aviv bound flight is an Omani national named Hamam al-Hammami. He was barred from flying by Oman amid concerns he showed signs of extremist views. The incident threw the already hard-hit regional travel industry into crisis.
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Dual UK-Iranian national released on bail over suspected plot against US-run military base
A dual U.K.-Iranian national arrested on suspicion of plotting a terror attack following a security incident at a U.S.-run military air base in England has been released on bail
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How to watch Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia 2026: Live stream F1 race from anywhere
The Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia returns to action after eight years
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Co-pilot in FlyDubai attack is identified, and other Mideast developments
The co-pilot suspected in this week’s FlyDubai attack has been identified as an Omani national
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UK-Iranian dual national arrested over RAF Fairford investigation bailed
The 25-year-old man was arrested in the London borough of Westminster on Thursday.
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Sixth man arrested over suspected RAF Fairford terror plot bailed
The 25-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of preparation of terrorist acts on Thursday
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Suppliers pile pressure on government over energy bills
Immediate action is needed to help households struggling with bills this winter, says trade body Energy UK.
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Iran-US war live: Trump gives new reason for starting conflict
The US president has always said the ongoing conflict was launched to prevent Tehran from obtaining a nuclear weapon
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The Yorkshire Vet: Highs and lows in a disappearing world - Julin Norton
At five o’clock last Saturday morning, we set off to climb a mountain in Italy called Gran Paradiso. At just over four thousand metres, it is the highest mountain entirely in Italy and it is very beautiful. A mate called Andy had asked me earlier in the year if I fancied accompanying him on the ascent. I was instantly hooked on the idea, and once I’d done a bit of research and arranged an extra day off work, plans had quickly taken shape.
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Feel ‘lost’ in nature? Bushcraft skills could help you reconnect
The Bushcraft Bus is reconnecting Europeans with nature.
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House prices keep rising across Europe: Which countries saw the biggest increases and why?
House prices in Europe continue to rise, outpacing inflation in many countries. Annual increases ranged from 0.6% in Germany to 16.5% in Portugal in the second quarter of 2026. House prices continue to rise across much of Europe, but the...
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Trump threatens to double tariffs on South Korea if they do not pay for Alaska natural gas pipeline – as it happened
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EU farmers face falling prices as fuel and fertiliser costs rise
Eurostat figures show a widening gap between the prices farmers receive and those they pay, as EU ministers discuss support and farming groups demand help. #EuropeInMotion
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Britain’s long hot summers mean disease-carrying ticks are living longer
Hyalomma ticks are the main transmitter of Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever, a potentially severe and life-threatening virus
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G7 to release 100 million barrels of oil and diesel after Trump export ban threat
The coordinated release is aimed at heading off further price spikes and avoiding a ban on US diesel exports.
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Trump diverts Ukraine aid to authoritarian countries in Latin America
Trump has repeatedly acted to boost like-minded and authoritarian leaders across Latin America using funds allocated for the European defense against Putin
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Diesel price shock could see your food bill soar, Britons warned as cost hits record
Fuel prices have risen steadily in recent weeks and reached a new record high this week
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Top Democrats slam ‘Trump’s failing economic agenda’ after weaker-than-expected jobs growth – US politics live
Elizabeth Warren and Chuck Schumer criticize president after US added 29,000 new jobs in September, sharply less than the 84,000 economists had predicted
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Suicide by plane or terrorism? Speculation over motive in flight 1073 attack
Experts sceptical flydubai co-pilot’s only motivation was to end his own life and say key question is means of radicalisation
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Three reasons Middle East oil is nearly back to pre-Iran war levels
Experts say US military assistance, using shuttle tankers and pipelines bypassing the Strait of Hormuz mean exports have rebounded.
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Israel flight hijacking live: New footage emerges after ‘pilot attacked with axe’
The flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv plunged approximately 13,000 feet in 30 seconds after the pilot lost control of the aircraft
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Caroline Lucas criticises ‘divisive’ Green Party motion to classify Zionism as racism
The motion will be debated and voted on during the Green Party’s annual conference in Brighton this weekend
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Israel to start repatriation flights for passengers stranded in UAE following FlyDubai attack
Israel will start repatriation flights to bring back passengers stranded in the UAE in the wake of the FlyDubai copilot's attempt to crash a flight from the United Arab Emirates to Tel Aviv earlier this week
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Wounded FlyDubai captain recounts fight to save passengers, and other Mideast developments
An Indian airline captain says he knew he had to regain control to save passengers after being stabbed by his co-pilot on a FlyDubai flight
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Major fashion retailer returns to UK high street 2 years after administration
Ted Baker is opening a new standalone store, which comes after it closed all 46 of its branches following its collapse into administration back in 2024.
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Trump sending 9,000 more troops to Middle East after threatening new strikes on Iran
The troop deployment, which includes a third aircraft carrier, underscores the rapidly evolving dynamic of Trump's war against Iran
