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Andy Edwards

David Cameron returns to world stage

The appointment of Cameron certainly signals a shift towards the centre ground of British politics

Con Coughlin 10 December 2023
Newly appointed Foreign Secretary David Cameron walks outside 10 Downing Street

David Cameron: The veteran UK politician granted a new lease of life

Braverman got her wish and was duly sacked. But If the Conservatives lose the next election, she will be a shoo-in for the leadership of her defeated party.

Bryn Haworth 16 November 2023
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak signs messages and prayers for Israel at a Jewish school in London, Britain October 16, 2023. Reuters

Israel-Hamas war creates challenges for Britain

The UK government has grown closer to Israel in recent years, but at the same time, Britain's ability to influence its ally and the wider conflict with the Palestinians has greatly diminished.

Christopher Phillips 19 October 2023
UK Labour Leader Keir Starmer (L) and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (R) meet at the Global Progress Action Summit on September 16, 2023 in Montreal, Canada. Majalla/Agencies

Diplomatic tour gives glimpse of Starmer's foreign policy priorities

As Starmer visits Paris today to meet Macron and is being met with considerable goodwill from European capitals, the EU is wary of Starmer's pledge to seek "a much better" Brexit deal.

Christopher Phillips 19 September 2023
U.S. President Joe Biden and Britain's King Charles review an honorary guard at Windsor Castle in Windsor, England, Monday, July 10, 2023. Reuters/Majalla

20 years after Iraq war, is the US-UK relationship still special?

The 'special relationship' has ebbed and flowed over the years, as shifting geopolitical priorities have brought Washington and London closer or pushed them apart.

Christopher Phillips 31 July 2023
Former Brexit champion and now anti-Brexit campaigner Nigel Farage, and former leader of the Reform UK political party, speaks during a press conference in central London on March 20, 2023. AFP

De-banking scandal gives Nigel Farage's political career new lease of life

By attacking his credentials, Coutts inadvertently gifted Farage a new "crusade" against the Establishment. The champion of the little man is a colossus once again.             

Bryn Haworth 30 July 2023
The Empire Windrush arrived at Tilbury Docks from Jamaica, with 482 Jamaicans on board. AFP

75 years after Windrush, Britain’s mixed record on immigration examined

The Windrush anniversary comes at a time when the British government appears increasingly opposed to immigration in general.

Christopher Phillips 30 June 2023
Britain's main opposition Labour Party leader Keir Starmer (R) meets with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky at Speaker's House in the Palace of Westminster, in London, on February 8, 2023. AFP

What might British foreign policy look like under Labour?

Historically Labour governments have tended to be conservative, therefore, it is highly unlikely that a Labour government will initiate radical changes overseas.

Christopher Phillips 20 June 2023
Starmer was elected as an MP only in 2015, after a successful career as a human-rights barrister. Al Majalla profiles the man pegged to be the UK's next prime minister, effectively ending the Tories' long run in power. Matt Holland

Keir Starmer: Former human rights lawyer and next UK premier?

Al Majalla profiles the "ruthless" MP slated to be the first Labour UK prime minister since Gordon Brown, effectively ending the Tories' long run in power.

Con Coughlin 08 June 2023
Prince Harry leaves the High Court after giving evidence in London, Wednesday, June 7, 2023. AP

Prince Harry takes on British tabloids in historic court case

It's not every day that a member of Britain's royal family testifies in court. In fact, it hasn't happened in over a hundred years, but Harry did a creditable job of it.

Bryn Haworth 08 June 2023
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the app of the betting company Bet Nacional is displayed on a smartphone showing a match of the Brazilian national football championship open for betting in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on 2 October 2024. MAURO PIMENTEL / AFP
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