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PoliticsSep 9As the UK sanctions Israeli settlements, is the two-state solution dead?Analysts say UK move far from enough to drive momentum for Palestinian statehood.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsSep 9Police widen criminal probe into Reform UK over foreign funding claimsBritish police said on Wednesday a criminal investigation into the populist Reform UK party would be widened to include allegations made in a documentary that officials planned to break electoral law on foreign funding. Reform, led by veteran Brexit campaigner Nigel Farage, denied any wrongdoing ‌and a spokesman for the party said it would “fully cooperate” with the investigation. Farage, under investigation by a parliamentary watchdog about earlier donations, was forced to sack two of his...South China Morning Post
PoliticsSep 9The CNI alerted the Government and also Morocco on July 29 about a massive assault on Ceuta for the Feast of the Throne: "Whoever wants to cross has one last chance"Los analistas de inteligencia advirtieron de que unas 180.000 personas en grupos organizados de Whatsapp y Facebook pretendían entrar a nado LeerEl Mundo
PoliticsSep 9Ceuta crisis: EU grants Spain €114 million in gesture of ‘solidarity’The European Commission has approved funding to tackle the crisis in Ceuta, supporting border control, reception and returns, while Frontex, Europol and the EUAA also step up their assistance.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 9Documents about Ceuta show 40 days of lies about the absence of reports: There are two different groups with a total of 180,000 followers"Los documentos incluyen una alerta por Whatsapp desde el Centro Nacional de Inteligencia a la Delegación del Gobierno de Ceuta LeerEl Mundo
PoliticsSep 9NIA looking into whether Ukrainians, U.S. national were involved in UAPA offences: sourcesIn the charge sheet filed against the accused on Tuesday, NIA had not invoked Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA); however, sources say probe is on to determine whether they were engaged in activities prejudicial to India’s securityThe Hindu
PoliticsSep 9France's far-right National Rally fires policeman from security team over racist, sexist commentsFrance's far-right National Rally (RN) has expelled a policeman from its ranks after bodycam footage of him making racist, homophobic and sexist remarks was published on Wednesday. The controversy threatens to revive scrutiny of the party's efforts to distance itself from its extremist past ahead of next year's presidential election.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 9Most Ukrainians support freedom of speech and personal responsibility – ILI studyA study by ILI indicates that most Ukrainians support freedom of speech and personal responsibility. This reflects public opinion on key societal values in Ukraine.en.interfax.com.ua · Ukraine
PoliticsSep 9National security cant come at the expense of social security – Andy BurnhamAndy Burnham argues that national security should not be prioritized over social security. This statement reflects a political stance on public spending and policy priorities.messengernewspapers.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 9Burnham sets out conditions for second Scottish independence referendumBurnham has specified the conditions required for a second Scottish independence referendum. This indicates ongoing political discussions regarding Scotland's future.messengernewspapers.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 9EU's plan to gain independence from Russian energy faltering, auditors warnA damning report from the European Court of Auditors identifies insufficient grid infrastructure and interconnectors across EU countries as major barriers to unlocking a fully integrated energy market.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 9EU moves to curb Airbnb-style rentals to boost long-term housingThe EU has introduced a framework to support long-term rentals in tourist-heavy cities. Airbnb warns it creates regulatory uncertainty without improving long-term housing outcomes.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 9European Commission pushes to simplify and 'Europeanize' public procurementThe reform aims to 'end the dominance of price as a criterion,' which in practice benefits Chinese products, explained Stéphane Séjourné, the European Commission's executive vice president. Public procurement across the EU amounts to €2.6 trillion each year, representing 15% of GDP.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsSep 9EU to give cities more power to curb Airbnb and short-term rentals"Short-term rental activity" grew 93 percent across four major letting platforms between 2018 and 2024, according to the EU.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 9Hungary takes one more step to formalise relations with Brussels over rule of lawHungary has formally notified Brussels it has met its rule-of-law conditions, a step that could unlock €4.2bn in EU funds and restore access for researchers and students who were left out of European programs.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 9Brussels unblocks 115 million in emergency funds for Ceuta and will strengthen Frontex"Nuestra prioridad sigue siendo clara: quienes no tienen derecho a permanecer en la zona deben ser repatriados", dice el comisario de Interior y Migración, Magnus Brunner LeerEl Mundo
PoliticsSep 9Burnham sets out conditions for second Scottish independence referendumBurnham has outlined specific conditions under which a second Scottish independence referendum could take place. This indicates ongoing political discussion regarding Scotland's constitutional future.eppingforestguardian.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 9EU plan aims to help cities crack down on Airbnb, holiday rentalsEuropean cities will gain more leeway to curb short-term rentals such as Airbnb under new EU plans that aim to bring down housing costs in tourism hotspots. The European Commission laid out conditions on Wednesday under which local authorities can limit short lets, under a proposal seeking to address Europe’s “housing crisis”. “Short-term rentals are a part of the problem in many cities,” Dan Jorgensen, the 27-nation bloc’s housing commissioner, told a press conference in Brussels. Though hugely...South China Morning Post
PoliticsSep 9Doubts in Spain: Will those who have obtained citizenship through the grandchildren's law be able to vote?The Supreme Court temporarily suspended that possibility. A new front of conflict opens for the government of Pedro Sánchez, as the crucial general elections of 2027 approach.Clarín
PoliticsSep 9Trump praises AfD big election win in Saxony - Anhalt on Truth SocialDonald Trump praised the Alternative for Germany (AfD)'s significant election victory in Saxony-Anhalt on Truth Social. This highlights international commentary on German election outcomes.foxnews.com · United States
PoliticsSep 9Burnham sets out conditions for second Scottish independence referendumBurnham has outlined specific conditions under which a second Scottish independence referendum could occur. This represents a significant development in ongoing political discussions about Scotland's future.falmouthpacket.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 9Far-right defendants confront violent past at Paris trial over murder of Argentine rugby starLoïk Le Priol and Romain Bouvier went on trial in the Paris criminal court on Monday for shooting and killing former rugby player Federico Martin Aramburu in March 2022. Both were members of Groupe Union Défense (GUD), a far-right student group, before it was disbanded in 2024.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsSep 9MPs Warn NI Executive Budget Deadlock Is Holding Back Economic Growth | Northern Ireland News , 09 / 09 / 2026Members of Parliament warn that the budget deadlock in the Northern Ireland Executive is impeding economic growth. This highlights significant governance challenges and their impact on the regional economy.4ni.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 9Liz Truss relaunches podcast on channel of broadcaster famous for grow concrete exchangeFormer Prime Minister Liz Truss has relaunched her podcast on a broadcaster's channel known for a "grow concrete" exchange. This marks her continued presence in the public sphere through media.aol.co.uk · United Kingdom