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OpinionOpinion: Friedrich Merz and the "dirty work" - how the Chancellor tramples on international law
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Controversy Over Chancellor Merz’s Middle East CommentsIn June 2025, Chancellor Merz faced sharp backlash for calling Israeli strikes in Iran ‘dirty work’ amid rising regional tensions.
- Chancellor Friedrich Merz described Israeli attacks on Iran as ‘dirty work,’ sparking widespread condemnation.
- SPD members urged de-escalation and criticized the chancellor’s language as counterproductive.
- Opposition parties labeled Merz’s remarks as dangerous and violations of international law, harming Germany’s reputation.
- The German-Iranian community emphasized that ordinary Iranians suffer most under the regime and military strikes.
That is the dirty work that Israel is doing for all of us.— Friedrich Merz stated this in a ZDF interview at the G7 summit in Canada.
UK declines Malema visa application due to his ‘extremism’: The United Kingdom has refused to grant EFF leader Julius Malema a visa due to his “extremism” ...
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UK Blocks Julius Malema Visa Over Extremist TiesOn June 17, 2025, the UK Home Office rejected Malema’s visa citing his public support for Hamas and prior racially charged remarks.
- The UK Home Office denied Julius Malema a visa because of his endorsement of Hamas, a banned terrorist group in the UK.
- The letter specified that future visa requests would likely fail unless Malema changes his public stance.
- Malema’s past comments defending the October 7, 2023 attacks and racially provocative statements were cited as part of a pattern of unacceptable conduct.
- A previous visa application for an April 2025 conference at Cambridge was also refused due to processing delays and internal administrative reasons.
I can’t guarantee I won’t say it. I am not a prophet.— Julius Malema, during an Equality Court hearing in 2022.
UK braces for possible US strike on Iran as Starmer holds emergency talks: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has placed his cabinet on alert for a potential US ...
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Starmer Alerts Cabinet to Potential US Strike on IranEmergency meeting with ministers and military chiefs assessed US strike plans targeting Iran’s nuclear sites from Diego Garcia base.
- Sir Keir Starmer convened a Whitehall emergency committee including senior ministers and military leaders to discuss a possible US attack on Iran.
- The UK government is committed to de-escalation and aims to avoid actions that might jeopardize its embassy’s presence in Tehran.
- Potential use of US B2 stealth bombers from Diego Garcia would involve Britain more directly, though UK approval for the base’s use remains uncertain.
- Families of British diplomatic staff in Israel have been temporarily withdrawn as a precaution, while UK nationals are advised to stay registered and follow local guidance.
the need for de-escalation and diplomacy— Both Starmer and Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani emphasised 'the need for de-escalation and diplomacy', Downing Street said.
Heatwave alert: UK is now 20 times more likely to see a 40°C summer: The Met Office warned UK heatwave episodes will become hotter and longer with more extreme ...
metro.co.uk/2025/06/18/uk-now-20-times-likely-see-a-40-c-summer-23447906/

UK parliament votes to decriminalise abortion, repeal Victorian-era law: Britain's parliament voted on Tuesday to decriminalise abortion in England and Wales to ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/uk-parliament-votes-decriminalise-abortion-repeal-victorian-era-law-2025-06-17/
DWP says transitional payments scheme for those losing Pip ‘one of most generous ever’ – UK politics live
theguardian.com/politics/live/2025/jun/18/pmqs-hs2-pip-universal-credit-benefits-latest-live-politics-news-updates

Person dies of rabies in Yorkshire after contact with dog in Morocco: UK Health Security Agency says person had contact with stray animal while on holiday in ...
theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/jun/18/person-dies-of-rabies-in-yorkshire-after-contact-with-dog-in-morocco


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British Woman Dies from Rabies After Puppy ScratchYvonne Ford died on June 11 after contracting rabies from a stray puppy scratch during her February holiday in Morocco.
- Yvonne Ford contracted rabies following a minor scratch from a stray puppy while vacationing in Morocco.
- Her symptoms started two weeks before death, including headaches and severe neurological impairments.
- UK health officials confirmed no public risk as rabies does not spread between humans.
- Close contacts received precautionary assessments and vaccinations while an inquest into her death was opened.
We never thought something like this could happen to someone we love.— Robyn Thomson, daughter of Yvonne Ford, in a Facebook post about the loss of her mother.
War against Ukraine: Putin open to talks with Merz: Kremlin leader Putin has recently shown little interest in negotiating an end to the war against Ukraine ...
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UK temperatures of 45C may be possible in current climate, Met Office says: Experts say risk of 40C has almost trebled since 2000, with 50/50 chance of hitting ...
theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/jun/18/uk-temperatures-of-45c-may-be-possible-in-current-climate-met-office-says

UK considers military support as Trump threatens to bomb Iran: Sir Keir Starmer convened an emergency Cobra meeting as Britain weighs up whether to allow the US ...
thetimes.com/uk/defence/article/uk-troops-middle-east-iran-x0gw626r7

Kneecap debut London billboards ahead of terror court appearance: Controversial Belfast rapper Mo Chara – real name Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh – appears in court in ...
euronews.com/culture/2025/06/18/kneecap-debut-london-billboards-ahead-of-witch-hunt-terror-court-appearance

Key sign you have Covid not hay fever as UK hit by new NB.1.8.1 strain: Due do some overlap in symptoms it could be difficult to know if you have hay fever or ...
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UK weather: Temperatures to soar above 30C as heatwave expected: The nights will also be much warmer from Thursday, with many areas seeing temperatures in the ...
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Evita West End Revival Controversy, Explained: Theatergoers are miffed Rachel Zegler sings Evita’s biggest number to randos on the streets of London instead of ...
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OpinionG7 leaders are paralysed by their fear of upsetting Donald Trump: Tyranny is contagious – and western governments’ reluctance to name the threat is helping it ...
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/jun/18/g7-leaders-paralysed-fear-donald-trump

MPs look at scrapping fines for taking children on term-time holidays: It comes after a petition on the issue gained over 180,000 signatures
birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/mps-look-scrapping-fines-taking-31864918

England: No more penalties for women who have an abortion: Abortions are illegal in the UK, but they remain unpunished if a time limit is observed ...
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Insects are dying: here are 25 easy and effective ways you can help protect them: From turning out the lights to letting leaves rot, these small steps can create ...
theguardian.com/environment/2025/jun/17/insects-dying-25-easy-and-effective-ways-you-can-help-aoe

Hundreds support Irish group Kneecap at UK court over terrorism offence charge: A member of Irish rap group Kneecap appeared in a London court on Wednesday ...
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Rap Group Member Faces Terrorism Charge in LondonLiam O'Hanna is charged for displaying a Hezbollah flag at a 2024 London concert; hundreds gathered to support him outside court.
- Liam O'Hanna, from Irish rap group Kneecap, is accused of waving a Hezbollah flag during a 2024 London performance.
- The charge falls under the Terrorism Act, which prohibits displaying items suggesting support for banned groups.
- Supporters view the prosecution as an attempt to silence political expression and rallied outside Westminster Magistrates' Court.
- A hearing on August 20 will address whether the charge was filed within the allowed legal timeframe.
UK Home Office tells parents their children should return to Brazil alone: While Ana Luiza Cabral Gouveia and Hugo Barbosa can remain, letter says sons ...
theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/jun/18/uk-home-office-brazilian-family-children-return-alone

World premiere of '28 Years Later' in London: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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One of South Africa’s richest women may come home: One of South Africa’s richest women, Magda Wierzycka, is considering returning home from the United Kingdom ...
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UK removes family members of foreign office staff in Israel: Britain said on Wednesday it was temporarily withdrawing the family members of staff who work at the ...
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Bognor Regis named worst seaside town in the UK by Which?: Which? has revealed the "best and worst seaside towns in the UK" following its "biggest ...
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Russia's Putin says he's open to talks with Merz, Zelenskyy: Russian President Vladimir Putin said he is ready to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr ...
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Putin Downplays NATO Build-Up, Vows Ukraine AdvancePutin dismisses NATO spending boost as no threat and confirms ongoing Russian military gains amid stalled Ukraine peace talks.
- Putin states NATO’s defense spending increase does not threaten Russia due to its self-sufficient security capabilities.
- Russian forces continue daily advances across the entire frontline in Ukraine despite international pressure.
- Putin questions Zelensky’s legitimacy and conditions a meeting with him on final peace negotiation stages.
- Despite numerous civilian casualties from Russian strikes, Putin denies targeting non-military sites.
We do not consider any rearmament by NATO to be a threat to the Russian Federation, because we are self-sufficient in terms of ensuring our own security.— Putin made this statement during a televised press conference in Saint Petersburg regarding NATO's defense spending.
Premier League schedule released: Man United vs Arsenal on opening weekend: Champions Liverpool host Bournemouth in the season’s first match while Arsenal travel ...
aljazeera.com/sports/2025/6/18/premier-league-schedule-released-man-united-vs-arsenal-on-opening-weekend

Put on trial: Hallervorden attacks Merz after comments on Israel: Dessau-Roßlau/MZ. - Following comments made by Friedrich Merz (CDU) after Israel's attack on ...
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No 10 bid to change human rights laws to make deporting migrants easier: First time Labour has raised changing ECHR, as Tories review membership and Reform ...
inews.co.uk/news/politics/no10-bid-human-rights-laws-migrants-3755394

Britain's Poundland to close 68 stores in restructuring plan: A restructuring plan proposed by struggling British discount retailer Poundland will see the ...
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Poundland to Close Nearly 70 Stores After SaleStore count will drop from around 800 to 650 amid a 6.5% revenue decline in six months ending March 2025.
- Investment firm Gordon Brothers acquired Poundland for £1 and initiated a restructuring process.
- The plan involves closing 68 stores and two warehouses, pending court approval.
- Poundland will reduce frozen food lines while expanding women's clothing and seasonal products.
- The retailer reported a 6.5% revenue drop to £830 million, putting 16,000 jobs at risk.
Poundland has been a steadfast part of our community here in Newquay, providing affordable essentials to all of us, from household items to groceries.— Sharon Gill, who has launched a petition against the closure.
Economy: “growth booster” threatens to be expensive for the Merz government: The federal and state governments cannot yet agree on how to distribute the costs of ...
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EU eyes higher fees on US, British tourists to repay post-Covid debts: The move would increase the incoming traveler tax above the currently slated €7 sum.
politico.eu/article/eu-tax-uk-us-tourists-post-covid-debt-brexit-etias/

Discarded clothes from UK brands dumped in protected Ghana wetlands: Garments thrown out by consumers from Next, George, M&S and others found in or near ...
theguardian.com/world/2025/jun/18/discarded-clothes-from-uk-brands-dumped-in-protected-ghana-wetlands

Friedrich Merz praises Israel's attack on Iran: “Dirty work for all of us”: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz thanks Israel for the attack on Iranian nuclear ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/merz-israel-macht-fuer-uns-im-iran-die-drecksarbeit-li.2334205

Sharks and oysters set to thrive in warmer UK waters: Climate change will benefit basking sharks in the UK but creatures like the longest living animal may ...
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Starmer says he picked up Trump’s dropped papers to avoid security scare: UK prime minister says it ‘would not have been good’ for anyone else such as member of ...
theguardian.com/politics/2025/jun/17/keir-starmer-picked-up-papers-dropped-by-donald-trump

G7 summit glitch: Keir Starmer explains why he picked up Donald Trump's documents
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Welcome back: Merz lifts Germany back onto the world political stage: After the dithering Olaf Scholz comes the hands-on Friedrich Merz. The new chancellor has ...
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Country showdown: Friedrich Merz postpones the billion-euro question: Friedrich Merz has been jetting around the world recently. But his biggest problem is ...
stern.de/politik/deutschland/laender-showdown--friedrich-merz-vertagt-die-milliardenfrage-35818894.html

'Take your illegal migrants back or lose UK visas,' countries warned: The Prime Minister said dealing with third countries should be more ...
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Alfred Brendel, the cerebral pianist with a dry wit, dies at 94: Routinely called a "musician's musician," the pianist had an atypical career that even he called ...
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Poll: CDU/CSU extends lead over AfD - Merz's popularity ratings rise: Six weeks after taking office, approval of Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz is growing ...
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Union Gains Ground as Merz Popularity RisesSix weeks into office, Merz's approval hits 43% while Union polling climbs to 28%, matching February’s election results.
- The Union increased its polling by one point to 28%, regaining its February election level according to the latest Forsa survey.
- The AfD dropped one point to 23%, with SPD and Greens maintaining stable support.
- Merz's approval rating rose to 43%, especially among Union and SPD supporters, although skepticism remains strong in eastern Germany.
- 27% of respondents trust CDU/CSU most to handle national issues, while AfD’s perceived competence fell to 10%.
43 percent of respondents express satisfaction with his work – this is three points more than in the previous week, five more than at the end of May.— This statement comes from a survey measuring public satisfaction with Chancellor Friedrich Merz's performance.
Brits urged to wipe windowsills for 30 seconds every day this week: A cleaning expert has issued a warning to Brits to clean their windowsills for 30 seconds ...
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Merz's assessment of the G7 summit: "More successful than I thought": Federal Chancellor Merz is satisfied with the G7 summit despite the early departure of the ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/amerika/merz-g7-usa-100.html

All Of Kate Middleton’s Trooping The Colour Looks From Across The Years: Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, has always used the event to showcase her sharp ...
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Princess of Wales Withdraws from Royal Ascot EventCatherine skips the five-day horse racing event attracting 250,000 fans while King and Queen continue royal traditions.
- The Princess of Wales did not attend Royal Ascot as she carefully manages her public return after a cancer diagnosis.
- Kensington Palace confirmed her absence, though her husband and the royal family arrived in the lead carriage procession.
- This 200th-anniversary event draws hundreds of thousands of spectators annually to the Berkshire racecourse.
- The King and Queen maintain Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy and aim for victory with their horse Rainbows Edge.
Doing what I can to stay cancer free is now my focus.— Catherine, the Princess of Wales, on her priorities following her cancer diagnosis.
Heads of state with the Chancellor: When “More Merkel than Scholz” is a compliment
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'Jurassic World Rebirth' premieres in London: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Yellow heat health alerts issued for most of England with heatwave likely: The alerts covers most of England and warns of an impact on health and social care due ...
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German government: sharp criticism from the opposition of Merz's "dirty work" remarks
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London gang convicted of smuggling migrants in lorries: A London-based gang has been convicted of shipping children in refrigerated lorries.
barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk/news/25246867.london-gang-convicted-smuggling-migrants-lorries/

Regime change in Iran? European Union clearly contradicts Israel: While Israel is openly talking about regime change in Iran, the EU is clearly against it ...
berliner-zeitung.de/politik-gesellschaft/geopolitik/regime-change-im-iran-europaeische-union-widerspricht-israel-deutlich-li.2334553

Russian oligarch faces jail for contempt in acrimonious UK divorce case: A Russian oil tycoon faces a potential jail term after a judge at the High Court in ...
reuters.com/world/uk/wife-russian-oligarch-asks-uk-court-jail-him-over-unpaid-legal-fees-2025-06-18/

Didi Hallervorden shoots against Friedrich Merz: "Belongs in court": Didi Hallervorden has found clear words for German Chancellor Friedrich Merz ...
stern.de/kultur/didi-hallervorden-schiesst-gegen-friedrich-merz---gehoert-vor-gericht---35820770.html
Investment booster: Tax cut as Merz's first test of strength with the federal states
sueddeutsche.de/politik/investitionsbooster-merz-klingbeil-steuersenkungen-li.3270341
Israel is ‘doing dirty work for all of us’ in Iran, German chancellor says: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Tuesday expressed strong support for Israel in ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2025/06/17/israel-is-doing-dirty-work-for-all-of-us-in-iran-german-chancellor-says
Drag queen’s memoir joins English curriculum at top private school: A book by Panti Bliss is being taught alongside Shakespeare as part of a ‘diversification’ of ...
thetimes.com/uk/education/article/school-drag-queen-shakespeare-alleyns-plnvfschl

UK Government wants banks to spy on savings: Mass outcry as Labour pushes plan to make banks monitor benefit payments. Millions of ordinary people could be ...
euroweeklynews.com/2025/06/17/uk-government-wants-banks-to-spy-on-savings-of-millions-on-benefits-privacy-watchdogs-warn/

Non-doms’ retreat hits London’s prime housing market : Cooling of interest from wealthy international buyers, say estate agents
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Michael Lüders: “There are strong indications that the USA is getting involved in the war”
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RTL/ntv trend barometer: Approval for Merz rises, CDU/CSU emerges from low: Six weeks after taking office, Chancellor Friedrich Merz is gaining approval ...
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Union Widens Lead Over AfD in Latest PollThe RTL/n-tv trend barometer shows the largest gap between Union and AfD in several months as of June 2025.
- The latest Forsa survey indicates a clear lead for the Union over the AfD.
- The margin between the two parties is the widest in recent months.
- Current political sentiment is strongly shaped by the ongoing Middle East conflict.
- This data stems from the RTL/n-tv trend barometer published in June 2025.
UK and allies to announce new sanctions against Russia: Britain and its allies at the Group of Seven (G7) countries are expected to announce further sanctions ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/06/17/uk-and-allies-to-announce-new-sanctions-against-russia
European powers call on Iran to return to nuclear talks: French diplomatic source
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2025/06/17/european-powers-call-on-iran-to-return-to-nuclear-talks-french-diplomatic-source-

What's really going wrong in Germany - and how the media deliberately distract us from it
berliner-zeitung.de/politik-gesellschaft/geopolitik/was-in-deutschland-wirklich-schieflaeuft-und-wie-medien-uns-bewusst-davon-ablenken-li.2334183

Film director murdered at home ‘for Rolex watch’: Jennifer Abbott was found dead wrapped in a blanket with tape over her mouth. She had been beaten with sharp ...
thetimes.com/uk/crime/article/film-director-murdered-at-home-for-rolex-watch-6mkrl759q

Britain's Boulter says she has received death threats: British number two Katie Boulter has received death threats to herself and members of her family after ...
reuters.com/business/media-telecom/britains-boulter-says-she-has-received-death-threats-2025-06-17/
George Washington back in Trafalgar Square (but not on British soil): The renovated London statue of the first US president will stand on earth from his home ...
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G7 analysis: Chancellor Merz praises results - and hopes for more: After two days of intensive talks, Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) draws a positive ...
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Rapist was camel-herder who had ‘never interacted with women’: Nasser al-Gherainiq, who had come to the UK to receive treatment for a rare heart condition ...
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Only Trump in his own helicopter to G7: Merz makes a declaration of love to Canada
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G7 Divided as Canada Pledges Aid Amid Trump’s Early ExitCanada commits C$2 billion in military aid to Ukraine; Trump leaves early to address Middle East tensions.
- Canada announced C$2 billion in new military support for Ukraine alongside additional sanctions against Russia.
- The G7 summit faced discord as President Trump departed early to manage the escalating Israel-Iran conflict.
- Leaders affirmed support for Trump’s peace efforts and emphasized the need for Russia to agree to a ceasefire.
- Chair Mark Carney invited several non-G7 countries to strengthen alliances and reduce reliance on the U.S. market.
Diplomacy is now in a state of crisis.— Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy stated this after the G7 summit.
Nursery worker Roksana Lecka convicted of abusing 21 babies: Roksana Lecka, 22, admitted seven counts of child cruelty and is found guilty of another 14.
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Abuse Case Uncovered in London NurseriesBetween Oct 2023 and June 2024, Roksana Lecka was found guilty of harming 21 infants across two facilities.
- Roksana Lecka, aged 22, was convicted of abusing 21 babies at two nurseries in west and southwest London.
- Evidence from CCTV showed multiple assaults including pinching, kicking, and rough handling of infants.
- Lecka admitted to using cannabis before shifts and demonstrated exceptional cruelty toward the children.
- Calls for urgent reforms emphasize unannounced inspections and better safeguarding in early years settings.
No parent should have to fear leaving their child in the care of professionals, but the sheer scale of her abuse is staggering.— Senior crown prosecutor Gemma Burns, highlighting the severity of Roksana Lecka's abuse.
Central banks plan to boost gold reserves and trim dollar holdings: Geopolitical risks and worries about status of the greenback likely to drive further demand ...
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PHOTOS: ‘Jurassic World Rebirth’ movie premiere in London: Stars attend the movie premiere of 'Jurassic World Rebirth' at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on ...
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Germany's Merz says diplomacy offer to now-weakened Iran still stands: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Tuesday that the leadership in Tehran has been ...
reuters.com/world/americas/germanys-merz-says-diplomacy-offer-now-weakened-iran-still-stands-2025-06-17/

6 Air India Dreamliner International Flights Cancelled Today: Air India cancelled six international flights - all using the 787-8 Dreamliner - Tuesday amid ...
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News on the Middle East: Trump demands “unconditional surrender” from Iran: The US President meets the National Security Council. Iran's Chief of General Staff ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/nahost-liveblog-news-trump-iran-tel-aviv-li.3269642
Meeting with prime ministers: And suddenly it's all about the concerns of the Saarland
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Coalition: Pensions, finances, Spahn - what now awaits the Chancellor after G7: The Chancellor is facing his first domestic political stress test: his ...
handelsblatt.com/politik/deutschland/koalition-rente-finanzen-spahn-was-den-kanzler-nach-g7-jetzt-erwartet/100134189.html


Interview with the German Chancellor: Merz on Trump's G7 departure: "Everyone understands"
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/Merz-zu-Trumps-G7-Abreise-Alle-haben-Verstaendnis-article25840469.html

Alfred Brendel, revered Beethoven interpreter, passes away: Celebrated for his masterful interpretations of Beethoven, Brendel was also a published poet and ...
thedailystar.net/entertainment/music/news/alfred-brendel-revered-beethoven-interpreter-passes-away-3919991

How HS2 squandered billions to become a national embarrassment: Trains may run between Birmingham and somewhere near London by 2036 – a decade late ...
independent.co.uk/travel/news-and-advice/hs2-high-speed-rail-london-birmingham-b2772266.html

Women-only tower block in Acton to open next summer: Brook House in west London will be a "UK first" in providing homes exclusively for women.
bbc.com/news/articles/cwyjyyy2r5eo

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