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Greens Stun Labour in Historic Gorton & Denton Upset

  The Green Party's Hannah Spencer joyous after the results of the Gorton and Denton by-election were announced Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been dealt a significant political setback after the Green Party captured Gorton and Denton, a Greater Manchester seat Labour had held for nearly a century. The by‑election result pushed Labour into third place, behind both the Greens and Reform UK, highlighting growing fractures in Britain’s traditional two‑party landscape. Green candidate Hannah Spencer secured the victory with a commanding share of the vote, marking the party’s first parliamentary by‑election win in northern England. Reform UK finished second, while Labour’s unusually weak performance intensified pressure on Starmer amid ongoing political turbulence and calls for stronger leadership.  The loss of such a long‑standing Labour stronghold underscores shifting voter sentiment and raises questions about the party’s ability to maintain its traditional base. Analysts have...
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U.S. Increases Military Presence in the Middle East Amid Rising Tensions

 

The Pentagon has announced a significant boost in the U.S. military presence in the Middle East. This move includes deploying a fighter jet squadron and maintaining an aircraft carrier in the region. The decision comes as part of President Joe Biden’s commitment to bolster American defenses and support allies in the face of escalating tensions.

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin confirmed that additional ballistic missile defense-capable cruisers and destroyers will also be sent to the Middle East and Europe. This strategic shift aims to protect U.S. troops and allies, particularly Israel, from potential threats posed by Iran and its proxies.

The deployment follows recent violent incidents, including attacks by Israel on Hamas and Hezbollah leaders, which have heightened regional instability. The U.S. aims to deter further aggression and ensure the safety of its forces and allies.

This move underscores the U.S.'s ongoing commitment to maintaining stability and security in the Middle East, amidst a complex and volatile geopolitical landscape.


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