Farage's £25bn Plan to Slash Foreign Aid and EU Benefits
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage unveils a radical fiscal plan, proposing to save £25bn by cutting foreign aid and benefits for EU nationals. Labour warns it risks a trade war.
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Sheffield schools get bleed kits after campaign
Sheffield schools are introducing emergency bleed kits, championed by campaigners including the parents of murdered schoolboy Harvey Willgoose, in a move to save lives from knife crime.
Zelenskyy pushes for EU action amid Russian offensive
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy calls for urgent EU support as Russia escalates attacks. France and Poland pledge military aid amid growing European security concerns.
Gaza aid blocked in Jordan warehouses since March
Critical aid for Gaza including tents, medicines and baby formula sits unused in Jordanian warehouses after being refused entry by Israel, UN confirms. Read the full investigation.
UK cuts Global Fund by 15%, risking African health crisis
Britain reduces Global Fund pledge by £150m despite co-hosting replenishment drive. Campaigners warn cuts will force African nations to make impossible healthcare choices and risk thousands of lives.
UK's 40% Aid Cut to Global Health Fund Sparks Outcry
The UK government's decision to cut its contribution to the Global Fund by 40% has drawn severe criticism from health experts and charities, who warn it will cost lives and undermine pandemic preparedness.
Boost Your Children in Need Donation with Gift Aid
Learn how the UK's Gift Aid scheme can make your Children in Need donation worth 25% more for the charity at no extra cost to you. Make your generosity count.
North Darfur aid collapses as 90,000 flee violence
Aid operations in North Darfur are on the brink of collapse following the RSF's capture of El Fasher, with 90,000 displaced and malnutrition at staggering levels. Urgent international action is needed.
UK cuts AIDS, TB and malaria funding by £150m
The UK reduces its pledge to the Global Fund by 15%, a move charities warn jeopardises the fight against preventable diseases. Discover the impact on global health.
Zimbabwe, Zambia, DRC Increase Contraceptive Funding
Zimbabwe, Zambia and DRC announce major increases in domestic family planning funding to counter foreign aid cuts, protecting reproductive health access for millions.
UK cuts £150m from AIDS, TB and malaria fund
Britain reduces Global Fund contribution by 15%, risking hundreds of thousands of preventable deaths. Charities warn this undermines decades of progress in disease elimination.
UK volunteer for Ukraine has bank accounts closed
Santander closes all UK bank accounts of British humanitarian volunteer working in Ukraine without explanation, raising concerns about banking restrictions affecting Ukraine support efforts.
Ukraine Holds Pokrovsk Against Russian 150,000 Troops
Ukrainian forces maintain positions around Pokrovsk amid Russian advances. Germany increases aid to €11.5bn while corruption probe targets energy sector. Latest updates from day 1,357.
US Suspends Some Syria Sanctions After Landmark Talks
The US announces partial suspension of sanctions against Syria following unprecedented diplomatic meeting. Historic move signals major policy shift for humanitarian relief.
Florida Plane Crash Kills 5 on Hurricane Relief Mission
Tragic plane crash in Florida claims five lives during Hurricane Melissa relief mission from Jamaica. Investigation underway into the fatal incident.
Sudan's RSF agrees to US ceasefire proposal
In a significant development for Sudan's humanitarian crisis, the Rapid Support Forces have accepted a US-proposed ceasefire, potentially opening corridors for vital aid delivery amid ongoing conflict.
Hurricane Melissa Ravages Jamaica - Relief Underway
Jamaica confronts devastating aftermath of Hurricane Melissa with widespread destruction, as international aid agencies race to deliver critical supplies before the Category 4 storm threatens the Cayman Islands.
Wealth & Fossil Fuel Taxes to Fund Climate Aid Breakthrough
In a historic move for climate justice, world leaders are backing new taxes on extreme wealth and fossil fuel profits to create a multi-billion pound fund supporting developing nations facing climate catastrophe.
Prince William's urgent Middle East statement
The Prince of Wales breaks his silence with an emotional statement addressing the ongoing violence in the Middle East, calling for humanitarian protection and a path toward peace.
Why USAID's End Isn't Being Mourned Worldwide
As the controversial closure of USAID sends shockwaves through international development circles, Guardian investigation reveals why many recipient countries view this as liberation rather than loss.
Ukraine gets Patriot missiles, holds Pokrovsk line
Ukraine receives critical US-made Patriot air defence systems as its forces maintain defensive positions against Russian advances in the strategic Pokrovsk sector, according to latest battlefield reports.
Climate Aid Crisis: Billions Missing from Just Transition
New analysis reveals developed countries are failing to deliver promised climate finance for vulnerable nations, risking global trust and climate justice ahead of COP30.
Trump halts Tomahawk missile transfer to Ukraine
The Trump administration has reportedly shelved plans to supply Ukraine with Tomahawk cruise missiles, marking a significant departure from previous US military support amid ongoing conflict with Russia.
Aid cuts threaten tropical disease progress reversal
Critical funding reductions for neglected tropical diseases could undo years of medical advances, putting millions at risk of preventable suffering as health leaders warn of devastating consequences.
Gaza ceasefire collapses amid renewed bombings
The fragile Gaza ceasefire has shattered, leaving civilians in despair as renewed violence erodes hope. Discover how escalating conflict is devastating communities and undermining peace efforts.
UK provides £5m additional aid for hurricane recovery
The British government announces significant additional funding to support Caribbean nations devastated by Hurricane Melissa, reinforcing the UK's commitment to international disaster relief.
Secret Dutch Missile Deal with Ukraine Exposed
Explosive revelations emerge as the Netherlands is caught in a covert missile supply operation to Ukraine, while Russian forces escalate assaults across multiple fronts. Latest developments in the European security crisis.
Hamas returns bodies of Israeli hostages during Gaza truce
In a fragile breakthrough for Middle East peace efforts, Hamas has returned the bodies of two Israeli hostages amid ongoing ceasefire negotiations and humanitarian aid deliveries to Gaza.
New York Food Banks Face Catastrophic Shutdown
Critical food assistance for millions of vulnerable New Yorkers hangs in the balance as emergency pandemic funding dries up, forcing food banks across the state to scale back operations or close completely.
UK sends emergency aid to hurricane-hit Jamaica
The British government has mobilised urgent humanitarian assistance for Jamaica following the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa, with emergency supplies and support teams en route to the Caribbean.
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