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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. Deploys Advanced Air Defense System to Israel Amid Rising Tensions with Iran

 

In a significant move to bolster Israel’s defense capabilities, the United States has announced the deployment of a Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) battery along with American troops to Israel. This decision, authorized by Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin at the direction of President Joe Biden, aims to enhance Israel’s air defenses following recent ballistic missile attacks by Iran.

The THAAD system, known for its ability to intercept and destroy short, medium, and intermediate-range ballistic missiles, will be operated by U.S. military personnel. This deployment comes in response to unprecedented missile attacks on Israel by Iran in April and October of this year.

Pentagon spokesperson Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder emphasized the strategic importance of this deployment, stating that it underscores the United States’ commitment to Israel’s security and regional stability. The move is expected to significantly strengthen Israel’s defensive posture against potential threats from Iran and other adversaries in the region.

This latest development highlights the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the critical role of international alliances in maintaining security and stability.


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